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ForwardMayo Clinic Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Symposium 2027
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual)
March 4 - 6, 2027 - Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate - ChampionsGate, Florida
Course Directors: Ashish V. Chintakuntlawar, M.B.B.S., Ph.D., Casey A. Fazer-Posorske, P.A.-C., Michael L. Hinni, M.D., Daniel J. Ma, M.D., and Lisa A. McGee, M.D.,
Mayo Clinic’s Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Symposium is dedicated to the latest advancements in head and neck cancer care, encompassing surgical oncology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, and symptom control/survivorship.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $875 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $775 |
Target Audience
This course is intended for otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, laboratory scientists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, oncology pharmacists, oncology nurses, speech and language pathologists, physical therapists, dietitians, dentists, clinical research personnel, and other allied health staff involved in the care of head and neck cancer patients. Specialties include medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, ENT, pathology, radiology, and laboratory research science.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Evaluate the evidence for perioperative immunotherapy in resectable locally advanced HNSCC, including patient selection based on PD-L1 status and multidisciplinary implementation strategies.
- Appraise the clinical utility and limitations of circulating tumor HPV DNA for treatment response assessment, minimal residual disease detection, and recurrence surveillance.
- Analyze current radiation dose-fractionation guidelines and emerging de-escalation strategies for oropharyngeal, oral cavity, and laryngeal cancers.
- Evaluate the role of novel systemic therapies beyond checkpoint inhibitors in the management of recurrent/metastatic HNSCC and nasopharyngeal carcinoma to optimize patient outcomes.
- Describe evidence-based strategies for prevention and management of radiation-associated dental toxicity, osteoradionecrosis, and other late effects of head and neck cancer treatment.
- Develop comprehensive survivorship care plans addressing chronic pain, voice/swallowing rehabilitation, neck fibrosis, lymphedema, and nutritional optimization in head and neck cancer patients.
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.
Day 1 | Thursday, March 4, 2027 |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast, Exhibits |
8:00 AM | Welcome Announcements |
Session 1: Oropharynx | |
8:15 AM | Surgery: Technical Advances in Transoral Surgery |
8:40 AM | Rad Onc: What is the state of the art for radiation dosing in oropharynx |
9:05 AM | Med Onc: Are we there yet- Using HPV ctDNA to select therapy and follow-up |
9:30 AM | Survivorship: We've been getting Cancer Survivorship Wrong |
9:55 AM | Q&A Panel |
10:15 AM | BREAK |
Session 2: Oral Cavity | |
10:35 AM | Surgery: Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy – The Surgeon’s |
11:00 AM | Rad Onc: New guidelines on dose volumes for oral cavity |
11:25 AM | Med Onc: To I/O or not I/O- Perioperative immunotherapy for resectable HNSCC |
11:50 AM | Survivorship: Prevention and management of radiation-associated dental toxicity and osteoradionecrosis |
12:15 PM | Q&A Panel |
12:35 PM | Adjourn |
12:35 – 2 PM | Welcome Reception |
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Day 2 | Friday, March 5, 2027 |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast, Exhibits |
8:00 AM | Welcome Announcements |
Session 1: Sinonasal / skull base | |
8:15 AM | Surgery: Tricks and Pearls in Anterior Cranial Base Surgery |
8:40 AM | Rad Onc: Protecting normal tissue structures in the skull base |
9:05 AM | Med Onc: Catching our breath- Immunotherapy in nasopharyngeal carcinomas |
9:30 AM | Survivorship: Delivering Bad News |
9:55 AM | Q&A Panel |
10:15 AM | BREAK |
Session 2: Larynx | |
10:35 AM | Surgery: Novel Larynx Preservation Surgery to Transplantation - State of the Art |
11:00 AM | Rad Onc: Unique dose fractionations for larynx cancer |
11:25 AM | Med Onc: - Larynx litmus test - Bioselection for organ preservation |
11:50 AM | Survivorship: Voice and swallowing rehabilitation in laryngeal cancer survivorship: functional outcomes after radiation, surgery, and laryngectomy |
12:15 PM | Bonus Section: Review of Larynx Radiology Imaging |
12:35 PM | Q&A Panel |
1:05 PM | Adjourn |
Day 3 | Saturday, March 6, 2027 |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast, Exhibits |
8:00 AM | Welcome Announcements |
Session 1: Emerging Treatments | |
8:15 AM | Surgery: Surgery for Oral Cancer: When to Reconstruct? |
8:40 AM | Rad Onc: Emerging Radiation Techniques for Head and Neck Cancer |
9:05 AM | Med Onc: What's New in HSCCC, Beyond Immunotherapy |
9:30 AM | Bonus Section: Pathology Review for Salivary Gland Cancers |
9:55 AM | Q&A Panel |
10:15 AM | BREAK |
Session 2: Survivorship | |
10:35 AM | The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Late Effects of Radiation Therapy, recommendations for long term management |
11:00 AM | Living Longer, Living Better: Nutrition, Exercise, and Lifestyle Interventions in Head & Neck Survivorship |
11:25 AM | Botox for Neck fibrosis |
11:50 AM | Lymphedema in head & neck cancer survivorship: the role of PT/OT in long-term recovery |
12:15 PM | Q&A Panel |
12:35 PM | Adjourn |
Reservations: 407-390-6664
A block of rooms at a special group rate of $329 (USD) for single/double, $359 for triple, $389 for quad, plus applicable local and state taxes, per night, is available for course participants and guests. A limited number of rooms are available three days prior to and three days after course dates.
Self parking is reduced to $15.00 (regularly $38). For Mayo Clinic Head and Neck, the discounted resort fee is $25.00 (regularly $48) per room, per day, plus tax:
- Resort fee includes: In room high-speed and wireless Internet access, 2 bottles of water per room, complimentary use of the health club, transportation to Disney theme parks (24 hour advanced reservations are required), complimentary local and 800# calls, in-room coffee, evening turndown service (upon individual guest request) and use of all recreation activities including the lazy river, resort pools, basketball, tennis courts and miniature golf course. (Specific items are subject to change.)
Make your reservation online before the room block fills. Room block is only available until February 4, 2027.
Cancellation of individual reservations may be made up to 72 hours prior to arrival, and any deposit will be refunded for those rooms for the full night’s stay. Such refunds shall not alter, release or negate Group's obligations under the Room Block Section of this agreement. Reservations and deposits received after the reservations due date, or exceeding the contracted Room Block, will be confirmed on a space and rate available basis only.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrants.
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 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 12.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 12.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
| Course / Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 4.25 |
| Friday | 4.50 |
| Saturday | 4.00 |
| Total | 12.75 |
Available Credit
- 12.75 AAPA Category 1
- 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 12.75 ANCC
- 12.75 Attendance
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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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