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Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice
Overview
Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice is a multidisciplinary conference that brings together healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with lung cancer—from initial presentation through treatment and survivorship.
With a focus on the entire patient journey, the program will explore timely recognition, diagnostic pathways, care coordination, and the integration of both established and evolving treatment strategies. Designed for clinicians across specialties and roles, the conference will offer actionable insights to enhance decision-making and support high-quality care at every stage.
| Designation | General Registration Deadline November 7, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Physicians (MD/DO) | $20 |
| Allied Health (NP, PA, RN, PharmD) | $10 |
| Pharma / Med Device Company Employee** | $210 |
| Student* | FREE |
Refund Policy
Cancellation Policy: Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
** Defined as anyone employed by a drug, device, or diagnostic company. We allow Industry Professionals to register unless employed in a sales role. A limited number of Industry Professionals (excluding sales) may be accepted per conference.
* Student is defined as currently enrolled in an advanced learning institution and/or studying to enter a profession. To attend as a Student, please contact [email protected] for further information.
Horizon CME will NOT provide international travelers with an invitation letter to attend this in-person activity. If you reside outside the United States or Canada, register, and pay for this event, and are unable to obtain a visa to attend, no refund will be issued.
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Please note: times are subject to change. Please check the syllabus for the most current version of the agenda upon arriving at the summit.
All Times Listed are for the Pacific Standard Time Zone
| Saturday, November 7, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 6:45am | Check-in and Breakfast in Exhibit Hall |
| 7:20am | Horizon CME App Overview |
| 7:25am | Welcome, Introductions, & CE Housekeeping |
| 7:30am | (01) Behind the Diagnosis: The Human Side of Lung Cancer Update » Moderator: Chirag Patel, MD, FACS - HonorHealth Heart and Lung Surgical Group Director | Department of Thoracic Surgery | HonorHealth | Scottsdale, AZ » TBA |
| 7:50am | (02) Incidental Pulmonary Nodules in 2026: Evidence-Based Management in Real-World Practice » Ali Saeed, MD |
| 8:05am | (03) Building a High-Impact Lung Nodule Program: From Detection to Definitive Care » Lynn Gerein, MAL, BSN, RN - Network Director Cardiovascular Programs | HonorHealth Heart Care | Scottsdale, AZ |
| 8:20am | (04) Lung Cancer in Never-Smokers: A Distinct Disease Entity » Syed Ali Akbar, MD - Medical Oncologist | Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers | Phoenix, AZ |
| 8:35am | (05) Stump the Faculty Q+A » Faculty from Sessions 02 - 03 |
| 8:50am | Break - Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall |
| 9:10am | (06) SBRT vs. Surgery in Early-Stage NSCLC: Data, Bias, and Patient Selection » Chirag Patel, MD, FACS - HonorHealth Heart and Lung Surgical Group Director | Department of Thoracic Surgery | HonorHealth | Scottsdale, AZ » Justin Famoso, MD - Radiation Oncologist | Arizona Center for Cancer Care | Phoenix, AZ |
| 9:40am | (07) Lung cancer in non-smokers » Syed Ali Akbar, MD - Medical Oncologist | Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers | Phoenix, AZ |
| 9:55am | (08) Inside the Multidisciplinary Tumor Board: Real-World Decision Making in Complex Lung Cancer » Moderator: Nazish Ahmad, DO - Medical Oncologist | Palo Verde Oncology | Phoenix, AZ » Abhishek Nambiar, MD - Radiation Oncologist | Palo Verde Hematology Oncology | Radiation Oncologists of Central Arizona | Phoenix, AZ » Stephanie Worrell, MD - Associate Professor of Surgery | Associate Program Director General Surgery | Section Chief of Thoracic Surgery | University of Arizona | Tucson, AZ » Reena Bansal, MD - Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician | Arizona Pulmonary Specialists | Intensivist, Honor Health Shea, Thompson Peak and Sonoran Crossing | Scottsdale, AZ » Robert Yoo, DO - Medical Oncology / Malignant Hematology | Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers | Glendale, AZ |
| 10:25am | (09) Stump the Faculty Q+A » Faculty from Sessions 06 - 08 |
| 10:40am | Information About the Cancer Charities & Trivia For Charity Break |
| 10:45am | Break - Trivia for Charity in the Exhibit Hall |
| 11:10am | (10) Small Cell Lung Cancer: Evolving Standards and Emerging Therapies » Frank Tsai, MD - Medical Oncologist | Arizona Center for Cancer Care | Phoenix, AZ |
| 11:25am | (11) Immunotherapy & Comprehensive Molecular Profiling » Arun Singavi, MD |
| 11:40am | (12) Infusion-Related Reactions: Recognition, Prevention, and Managements » TBA |
| 11:55am | (13) Integrating Early Palliative Care: Symptom Management That Improves Survival and Quality of Life » Rama Kunkle, DO, FACOI - Network Medical Director | Palliative Care Services | HonorHealth | Scottsdale, AZ |
| 12:10pm | (14) Stump the Faculty Q+A » Faculty from Sessions 11 - 13 |
| 12:25pm | Closing Comments |
| 12:30pm | Gather for Lunch |
| 12:35pm | Buffet Lunch and Non-CE Symposium Sponsored by TBA » TBA |
We want to ensure that your time at the Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice conference is convenient and memorable. Staying at our host hotel provides a hassle-free experience and puts you at the heart of the activity surrounding the conference.
Overnight Accommodations:
Dates for discounted rates: TBA
Discounted Booking Deadline: TBA
Room rate: TBA
Parking: TBA
Available Credit
- 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). Horizon CME is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Horizon CME designates this Live activity for a maximum of 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 4.00 ANCC
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.Upon completion, NPs and RNs will be awarded up to 4.00 credit.
- 1.00 Pharmacology
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.Upon completion, NPs and RNs will be awarded up to 1.00 credit.