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7th Annual NC AYA Oncology Symposium: ''Building Academic and Community Partnerships in AYA Oncology: Challenges and Opportunities''

Course # 75943
7th Annual NC AYA Oncology Symposium: ''Building Academic and Community Partnerships in AYA Oncology: Challenges and Opportunities''

Location

Rizzo Center at UNC Chapel Hill
150 Dubose Home Lane
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Dates & Times

Oct 24, 2025 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM

Contact

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Online Registration is Closed, Walk-ins are Welcome the Day of the Event

The 7th Annual North Carolina Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology Symposium brings together clinicians, researchers, advocates, and community partners committed to advancing cancer care for adolescents and young adults. This year's theme emphasizes the vital role of community oncology outreach and engagement, with a focus on building meaningful connections between academic institutions and community-based providers.

Designed to inspire collaboration and innovation, the symposium will feature presentations, expert-led panels, and lived experience narratives addressing key challenges and opportunities across the AYA cancer care continuum:

  • Screening and Diagnostic Challenges & Opportunities
  • Treatment Challenges & Opportunities
  • Survivorship Challenges & Opportunities

Attendees will also engage in interactive breakout sessions that encourage deeper discussion and hands-on problem-solving, including strategies and resources for effective outreach.

Additional learning and networking opportunities include:

  • AYA 101 Workshop (7:45 AM – 8:30 AM): An optional session offering an overview of mental health, fertility, financial, social, and medical considerations unique to AYA patients.
  • Happy Hour (4:45 PM – 5:30 PM): An optional informal gathering immediately following the symposium, designed to foster community-building and networking.


Agenda
7:45 am - 8:30 amOptional AYA 101 Workshop
8:30 am - 9:00 amContinental Breakfast & Registration
9:00 am - 9:15 amWelcoming Remarks
9:15 am - 10:15 amKeynote Presentations | Karen Winkfield, MD, PhD and Allison Grimes, MD, MSCI
10:15 am - 10:30 amBreak
10:30 am - 11:30 amScreening/Diagnostic Challenges & Opportunities in AYA Care
11:30 am - 12:30 pmTreatment Challenges & Opportunities in AYA Care
12:30 pm - 1:30 pmLunch and Networking
1:30 pm - 2:45 pmSurvivorship Challenges & Opportunities in AYA Care
2:45 pm - 3:00 pmBreak
3:00 pm - 4:30 pmBreakout Working Groups
4:30 pm - 4:45 pmClosing remarks
4:45 pm - 5:30 pmOptional Happy Hour


**By registering for this symposium, you are granting permission for your registration information to be shared with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and Duke Cancer Institute who are partners of this continuing education activity.

This year's NC AYA Oncology Symposium will be held in collaboration with the AYACC Conference 2025, which will take place the day prior to the symposium at the same location. This partnership is designed to enrich the experience for attendees by expanding networking opportunities, boosting overall participation, and fostering a seamless continuum of learning for those interested in both events. Separate registration is required for AYACC Conference 2025, please register at https://ayacc.net/conference-2025/

Accommodations
See local hotels below for room availability:

  • Aloft Chapel Hill
    1001 South Hamilton Road,
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA, 27517
    919-932-7772
    Book Online Here

  • Courtyard Chapel Hill
    100 Marriott Way
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27517
    919-883-0700
    Book Online Here

  • The Carolina Inn
    211 Pittsboro Street
    Chapel Hill, NC 27516
    919 933 2001
    Book Online Here



    • Jointly provided by
    UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer CenterMountain AHEC

    In collaboration with
    Atrium Health Levine CancerDuke Cancer Institute


Audience

Physicians, Occupational Therapists, Medical Assistants, Care Coordinators, Case Managers, Psychologists, LPNs, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Pharmacists, Physical and Speech Therapists, Social Workers, and Community and Non-Profit Advocates

Objectives

check Deepen Understanding of AYA Cancer Care Across the Continuum: From diagnosis to survivorship, attendees will gain an increased awareness of how age-specific needs intersect with healthcare systems and will be able to describe the challenges and opportunities for providing care to AYAs
check Collaborate on Resource Development and Institutional Strategy: Participants will engage in group brainstorming and discussion around questions related to opportunities and challenges in AYA care across diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship
check Learn from Diverse Voices Across Academic, Community, and Patient Perspectives: Through keynote presentations, panels, and lived experience narratives, symposium participants will learn from voices from a range of backgrounds, including academic institutions, community oncology settings, and AYA survivors themselves
check Build Connections and Foster Ongoing Collaboration: With dedicated time for networking and informal discussion, participants will have the opportunity to connect with clinicians, researchers, advocates, and survivors to facilitate efforts at advancing AYA oncology

Fees

Cancellation Policy

Early Registration Fee

$125.00

Registration Fee

$140.00

Speakers

Alison Brenner, PhD, MPH
Kristine E. Breski
Samuel Brotkin, PhD
Allison Grimes, MD, MSci
Emily R. Haines, PhD
John Hill, MD
Michael Humeniuk, MD
Melissa Matson, MSN, RN, AGPCNP-BC
Coleman Mills, III, MA, CCRP
Whitney A. Mitchelides, MSPH, CCRP
Karly M. Murphy, PhD, LP, HSP-P
Jennifer M. Pope, MD
Hope Reynolds, PT, DPT
Zach Schimmel
Kevin Shah, MD, MBA
Andrew Smitherman, MD, MSc
Juliann Stalls, PhD
Jacob N. Stein, MD, MPH
Bridgette Thom, PhD
Erin M. Trovillion, MD
Kimberly Wehner, DNP, FNP-BC
Karen M. Winkfield, MD, PhD
Anne Wofford, MD

Additional Resources

Cancellation Policy

MAHEC has a pay-up-front policy for all CE programs. The only exceptions will be for pre-approved programs where an individual payment plan is appropriate. Registrations received without accompanying payment will not be processed and participants who have not paid the course fee will not be admitted into the program.

Unless otherwise noted in course materials, the following cancellation policy applies to all programs:

  • Cancellations must be in writing (fax, email, or mail).
  • Cancellations received more than 2 weeks prior to the event will receive 100% refund.
  • Cancellations received between two weeks and two full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee.
  • No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received less than two full business days prior to the event.
  • No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund.
  • Transfers/substitute(s) are welcome (please notify us in advance of the program).
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