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ForwardMayo Clinic Neuro-Oncology Summit: Translating Breakthroughs into Practice
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options.
Course Directors: Wendy Sherman, M.D., Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, M.D., Maciej Mrugala, M.D., Ph.D., Terry Burns, M.D., Ph.D. and Rich Byrne, M.D.
February 26 - 27, 2027 - Mayo Clinic - Kinne Auditorium - Jacksonville, Florida
This course covers advanced topics in neuro-oncology, offering a review of advances in diagnosis and treatment of individuals with nervous system tumors. The course covers the latest advances in neurosurgery, radiation oncology, neurology, and medical oncology, discussing novel therapeutic approaches that are transforming clinical practice with personalized treatments.
Abstract Submissions
As part of the Mayo Clinic Neuro-Oncology Summit, a Poster Session for presentation of original research and challenging cases dedicated to spine-related topics will be held at this meeting.
Accepted abstract recipients will be chosen from all abstracts received by the submission deadline. Registration is required for all accepted poster presenters. For further information email sanchez.anna2@mayo.edu
Abstract Submission Webform
| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $500 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $400 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and Residents interested in novel therapeutic strategies for improving care for all individuals with nervous system tumors.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, learners should be able to:
- Discuss novel therapeutics for treatment of primary CNS tumors.
- Discuss novel therapeutics for tumor-predisposing conditions with nervous system involvement.
- Discuss state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic options for malignant CNS tumors.
- Evaluate the impact of molecular features on tumor behavior, therapeutic selection, and response to therapy.
- Recognize the value of a multidisciplinary approach to patients with CNS tumors.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Additional Information
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
 Neuro Onc Summit Agenda.pdf | 183.87 KB |
Friday, February 26, 2027 | |
7:00 - 8:00 a.m. | Registration & Continental Breakfast |
8:00 - 8:10 a.m. | Welcome Wendy Sherman, M.D. |
Low Grade Glioma Part 1 Moderator: Wendy Sherman, M.D. | |
8:10 – 8:30 a.m.
| Beyond the WHO: Emerging Classifications Ken Aldape, M.D. |
8:30 – 8:50 a.m.
| Advanced Spectroscopy in Preoperative Diagnosis Derek Johnson, M.D. |
8:50 – 9:10 a.m. | Mayo Clinic Experience: Liquid Biopsy and CSF DNA for Longitudinal Glioma Monitoring Terry Burns, M.D., Ph.D. |
9:10 – 9:20 a.m. | Interactive Q & A Panel |
9:20 – 9:35 a.m. | Refreshment Break & Exhibits |
Low Grade Glioma Part 2 Moderator: Ugur Sener | |
9:35 – 9:55 a.m.
| Modern Use of Radiation Therapy in Low Grade Glioma Kevin Zhang, M.D. |
9:55 – 10:5 a.m.
| Point/Counterpoint: IDH Inhibition Wendy Sherman, M.D. & Shannon Fortin Ensign, M.D., Ph.D. |
10:15 – 10:35 a.m. | Tumor Board Speakers from Part 1 and Part 2 |
10:35 – 10:50 a.m. | Interactive Q & A Panel |
10:50 - 11:05 a.m. | Refreshment Break & Exhibits |
High Grade Glioma Moderator: Christine Cordova | |
11:05 – 11:25 a.m.
| Current and Future Medical Therapies: Including Targeted Modalities Sani Kizilbash, M.D., M.P.H. |
11:25 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
| Current & Future Immuno Modalities Jian Campian, M.D., Ph.D. |
11:45 – 12:05pm | CarT Cells in High Grade Glioma Hong Qin, M.D., Ph.D. |
12:05pm – 12:20pm | Interactive Q & A Panel |
12:20 – 1:20 p.m. | Lunch, Networking, Exhibits and Poster Session |
Survivorship Moderator: Maisha Robinson | |
1:20 – 1:40pm | Innovation in Brain Tumor Rehabilitation Geneveive Marshall, D.O. |
1:40 -2:00 | Palliative Care Topic Maisha Robinson, M.D. |
2:00 – 2:20 | Neuro-Cognitive Preservation Leslie Baxter, Ph.D. |
2:20 – 2:40 | Interactive Q&A |
Saturday, February 27, 2027 | |
7:00 - 8:00 a.m. | Registration & Continental Breakfast |
8:00 – 8:10am | Welcome Wendy Sherman, M.D. |
Skull Base Moderator: Terry Burns | |
8:10 – 8:30 a.m.
| Meningioma: From Bench to Bedside Victoria Clark, M.D., Ph.D. |
8:30 – 8:50 a.m.
| Meningioma: Radiation Therapies |
8:50 – 9:10 a.m.
| Endocrine Topic Susan Samson, M.D., Ph.D. |
9:10 – 9:30 a.m.
| Advances in Skull Base Surgery & NF1 Gelareh Zadeh, M.D., Ph.D. |
9:30 – 9:45 a.m. | Interactive Q & A |
9:45 – 10:00 a.m. | Refreshment Break & Exhibits |
Brain Mets Moderator: Daniel Trifiletti, MD (FLA) | |
10:00 – 10:20 a.m.
| LITT: innovative uses TBD |
10:20 – 10:40 a.m. | Improving Outcomes and Minimizing Risk with Radiation for Brain Mets Jennifer Peterson, M.D. |
10:40 – 11:00 a.m.
| Advances on Medical Management of Brain ets TBD |
11:00 – 11:20 a.m. | Current and Future Management of Leptomeningeal Metastases Maciej Mrugala, M.D., Ph.D. |
11:20 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. | Tumor Board |
11:40 – 12:00 pm | Interactive Q &A |
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch, Networking, & Exhibits |
Innovation Moderators: Maciej Mrugala (AZ) | |
1:00 – 1:20 p.m.
| AI and Clinical Trials/Neuro-Oncology Anywhere Ugur Sener, M.D. |
1:20 – 1:40 | Device Innovation in Neuro-oncology Michael Ruff, M.D. |
1:40 – 2:00 | AI in Neuro- Oncology Tumor Diagnostic Ken Aldape, M.D. |
2:00 – 2:20 | Interactive Q &A |
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Kenneth Aldape, M.D.
Leslie Baxter, Ph.D.
Jian Campian, M.D., Ph.D.
Victoria Clark, M.D., Ph.D.
Shannon Fortin Ensign, M.D., Ph.D.
Sani Kizilbash, M.D., M.P.H.
Genevieve Marshall, D.O.
Jennifer Peterson, M.D.
Hong Qin, M.D., Ph.D.
Maisha Robinson, M.D.
Michael Ruff, M.D.
Susan Samson, M.D., Ph.D.
Ugur Sener, M.D.
Daniel Trifiletti, M.D.
Gelareh Zadeh, M.D., Ph.D.
Kevin Zhang, M.D.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 9.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 9.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment requirements of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day Attended: | Credits: |
| Friday | 5.0 |
| Saturday | 4.75 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 9.75 ABS - Accredited CME
- 9.75 ABS - Self-Assessment
- 9.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 9.75 ANCC
- 9.75 Attendance
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $500 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $400 |
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Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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