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Advocate Health's Pulmonary Oncology 2026 Summit - Early Detection, Treatment Paradigms, and Future Directions

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Target Audience

This course is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, respiratory care and other healthcare professionals.

Description

This premier conference is dedicated to advancing the field of pulmonary oncology. The summit will convene leading experts across disciplines, including physicians in pulmonary medicine and interventional pulmonology, thoracic oncology specialists, respiratory therapists, lung cancer navigators, and other professionals engaged in the lung cancer care continuum. Over the course of two days, attendees will explore the latest innovations and clinical updates in interventional pulmonology, optimization of pathology for lung biopsy specimens, and advanced lung imaging techniques.

The program will emphasize quality outcomes, multidisciplinary collaboration, and operational excellence in patient care. The conference will feature a dynamic agenda that includes expert-led presentations, interactive workshops, and panel discussions designed to enhance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.

Whether participants seek to deepen their understanding of cutting-edge therapies or expand their professional network among peers and industry leaders, the Advocate Health Pulmonary Oncology Summit 2026 promises to be a highly valuable and impactful experience for all attendees committed to advancing lung cancer care.

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Accreditation Statement

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In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health 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 Designation Statement
American Medical Association (AMA)
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
Advocate Health 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 11.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Board Recognition Statement(s)
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement 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.
Disclosure
Faculty disclosures are being reviewed and will be presented to the audience in advance of the program.

ADA Statement
If you need any auxiliary aids or services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to attend this conference, please contact Maria velez by email maria.velez@advocatehealth.org.

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Objectives

  • Analyze the latest advancements in lung cancer diagnostics, including low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) and robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, to improve early detection and diagnostic accuracy.
  • Apply best practices in pathology optimization for lung biopsies, utilizing techniques that enhance the precision and diagnostic yield of bronchoscopic procedures.
  • Evaluate advanced imaging technologies in pulmonary oncology, including emerging lung imaging modalities, to support accurate diagnosis and inform treatment planning.
  • Identify disparities and gaps in lung cancer diagnostics and treatment, and develop strategies to improve access to innovative technologies and specialized care.
  • Integrate multidisciplinary care approaches by fostering collaboration among pulmonologists, oncologists, respiratory therapists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to enhance coordinated, patient-centered lung cancer management.

Sessions

Status
Open
Date(s)
Nov 13 - 14, 2026
Check-In Time
7:30 AM
Credit
11.75 - AAPA
11.75 - AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
11.75 - Nursing Contact Hours
11.75 - American Board of Surgery - Accredited CME
Location
The Pearl - Advocate Health
Room
Tiered Auditorium

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Nov 13 - 14, 2026
The Pearl - Advocate Health
Tiered Auditorium
Maria Velez MFA CHCP
704-512-6523

Fees


$199.00
Physician Pre-registration by October 29
$99.00
Other Healthcare Professionals Pre-registration by October 29
$0.00
Speakers (Must have coupon code to register)

Credits


11.75
AAPA
11.75
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
11.75
Nursing Contact Hours
11.75
American Board of Surgery - Accredited CME