SS2015 ANNUAL REGISTER AT SSO2015.ORG BY JANUARY 10 AND SAVE. March Houston, TX CANCER SYMPOSIUM #SSO2015TX

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1 SS2015 ANNUAL CANCER SYMPOSIUM March Houston, TX REGISTER AT SSO2015.ORG BY JANUARY 10 AND SAVE. #SSO2015TX

2 JOIN THE TOP MINDS IN SURGICAL ONCOLOGY AT SSO 2015 On behalf of SSO President Ronald J. Weigel, MD, PhD and the SSO Executive Council, I enthusiastically invite you to attend the 68th SSO Annual Cancer Symposium from March at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. Leaders in the field of surgical oncology will cover a broad range of clinical topics in parallel sessions designed to improve the multidisciplinary care of cancer patients. These will include panels of experts interpreting recent developments in their fields, reporting the latest findings in research, and participating in lively debates. Whether you re interested in lifelong learning or earning up to 33.5 CME hours and credit toward Part 2 of the American Board of Surgery (ABS) Maintenence of Certification (MOC) program, SSO 2015 s educational program has a number of clinical tracks that will appeal to all surgical oncology professionals. This year s meeting features a selection of peer-reviewed sessions covering a variety of disease sites and topics, such as: Breast Colorectal Gastrointestinal General Education Melanoma and Sarcoma Other Surgical Oncology The SSO Annual Cancer Symposium will be a great opportunity to network with your surgical oncology colleagues, as well as experience the most up-to-date surgical oncology-related devices, services, and solutions in the Exhibit Hall. New additions include the Exhibit Hall Theater and the Fellows Lounge (see pages 8-9 for details). There s a lot happening in Houston this March, and we look forward to seeing you at the SSO Annual Cancer Symposium. I encourage you to start making plans soon to join more than 1,500 of your colleagues at SSO Regards, James R. Howe, MD SSO Scientific Program Committee Chair 2 SSO2015.ORG

3 CELEBRATE 75 YEARS OF SSO Hard to believe it s been 75 years since SSO was founded as the James Ewing Society in The anniversary marks a historic point in SSO s evolution and we are thrilled to celebrate the occasion at SSO The long-term sustained success of the Society is a testament to the outstanding leadership provided by the presidents and other leaders over the years dedicated to the advancement of the Society and the field of surgical oncology. We are excited to honor their contributions by inviting all SSO past presidents to attend the President s Reception: SSO 75th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, March 28, 7-8:30 pm. We encourage you to participate in this special evening, which will feature a video tribute to the many members and leaders who helped shape SSO into the thriving Society it is today. Please also join us on Friday, March 27, for the SSO Presidential Address (10:15 am) and the James Ewing Lecture (11 am). Our presentations will cover The Next 75 Years and SSO Highlights over 75 Years: From Ewing to Weigel, respectively. SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM SESSIONS Scientific Symposia Plenary Sessions Parallel Sessions SSO Presidential Address Featured Lectures The Great Debates Poster Presentations Poster Session Grand Rounds Meet the Professor Breakfasts Satellite Symposia Video Sessions Industry Forums Thank you for being a part of SSO and contributing to its success. We hope to see you in Houston at the President s Reception: SSO 75th Anniversary Celebration. Ronald J. Weigel, MD, PhD SSO President Charles M. Balch, MD SSO Historian SSO President SSO 75th Anniversary Task Force Chair #SSO2015TX 3

4 FEATURED LECTURES Among the top minds presenting at SSO 2015 are the following distinguished lecturers: SSO Presidential Address SSO: The Next 75 Years Ronald J. Weigel, MD, PhD James Ewing Lecture SSO Highlights over 75 Years: From Ewing to Weigel Charles M. Balch, MD American Cancer Society/SSO Basic Science Lecture Clinical Implications of Cancer Stem Cells Max S. Wicha, MD John Wayne Clinical Research Lecture Challenging Paradigms in Cancer Research Lee M. Ellis, MD Learn more about these presenters at SSO2015.org. PRE-MEETING WORKSHOPS Wednesday, March 25 These optional courses are designed to provide hands-on application and an emphasis on practical information for the practicing surgeon. Additional fees apply. Visit SSO2015.org for full course information and to sign-up. Update Course in Surgical Oncology for the Practicing Surgeon Half-day course Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel This half-day pre-meeting course brings together some of the most influential thought leaders in surgical oncology speaking about controversies, changing standards of care, and practical information for the management of common malignancies and more. Minimally Invasive Pancreas Surgery Workshop Half-day course Offsite location Featuring both didactic and handson sessions, this robotic-focused workshop will identify critical skills necessary to perform minimally invasive pancreas surgery and proficiency-based pathways using surgical simulation to enhance acquisition of minimally invasive pancreas surgery. Practical Aspects and Methodology to Minimally Invasive Groin Dissection Full-day course Offsite location Attend this workshop and learn how to perform videoscopic groin dissection, one of the latest advancements in melanoma treatment. All enrollees will perform the procedure with cadavers under the guidance of experienced faculty members. Meet the Professor Breakfasts Friday, March 27 6:45-7:45 am Saturday, March 28 6:45-7:45 am Meet the Professor sessions cover specific topics and feature presenters of international prominence. With limited openings for each session, Meet the Professor breakfasts are intended to give participants the opportunity to have direct interaction with the faculty. To ensure your selection, please register at SSO2015.org as early as possible. Additional fees apply. Continental breakfast is included in the cost of your ticket. 4 SSO2015.ORG

5 SSO 2015 SCHEDULE All activities take place in the George R. Brown Convention Center unless otherwise noted. Schedule is subject to change. Visit SSO2015.org for the most current details. Thursday, March 26 6:45-7:45 am Industry Forums Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel 8-10 am Joint SSO/JSGS Symposium: Management of Bile Duct Tumors Soft Tissue Sarcoma Board: A Case-based Discussion of Ongoing Controversies Neoadjuvant Therapy for Breast Cancer 10-10:15 am Break 10:15 am-12:15 pm Colorectal Parallel Session Sarcoma and Thoracic/Esophageal Parallel Session Breast Parallel Session I 12:15-7:30 pm Exhibit Hall/Posters Open 12:15-1:15 pm Exhibit Hall Opening Lunch New Member Lunch View Exhibits/Posters, Poster Grand Rounds and Videos 1:15-3:15 pm Defining Roles for Novel Techniques in HPB Oncology Effective and Quality Care of the Melanoma Patient Susan G. Komen Symposium: Personalized Care for Early Stage Breast Cancer 3:15-4:15 pm Break in Exhibit Hall View Exhibits/Posters 4:15-5:45 pm Microsatellite Instability: Understanding Biology & Optimizing Treatment of Colorectal Cancer Issues of Cost and Value in Surgical Oncology Care Controversies in the Management of Thyroid Cancer 6-7:30 pm Welcome Reception in Exhibit Hall View Exhibits/Posters #SSO2015TX 5

6 SSO 2015 SCHEDULE CONTINUED Friday, March 27 6:45-7:45 am Meet the Professor Breakfasts Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel 7-8 am View Posters 8-8:15 am Welcome and Announcements 8:15-9 am Plenary I 9-9:45 am Plenary II 9:45 am-4:30 pm Exhibit Hall/Posters Open 9:45-10:15 am Break in Exhibit Hall View Exhibits/Posters 10:15-11 am SSO Presidential Address and James Ewing Layperson s Award 11-11:45 am James Ewing Lecture 11:45 am-1:15 pm Exhibit Hall Lunch View Exhibits/Posters, Poster Grand Rounds and Videos 1:15-1:30 pm Distinguished Service Award Presentation 1:30-2:15 pm American Cancer Society/SSO Basic Science Lecture 2:15-2:30 pm Break in Exhibit Hall View Exhibits/Posters 2:30-4 pm The Great Debates 4-4:30 pm Break in Exhibit Hall View Exhibits/Posters 4:30-6:30 pm Upper Gastrointestinal Parallel Session Melanoma Parallel Session Breast Parallel Session II 6 SSO2015.ORG

7 Saturday, March 28 6:45-7:45 am Meet the Professor Breakfasts Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel 8-10 am The Challenges of Defining and Treating Borderline Resectable Pancreatic Cancer Challenges of Gene Testing for Clinical Management Metastatic/Recurrent Colorectal Cancer in 2015: Where Are We Now? 10-10:15 am Break 10:15-11 am John Wayne Clinical Research Lecture 11-11:45 am Clinical Investigator Award Presentations 11:45 am-12:45 pm Lunch on Own/Satellite Symposium Lunch/ Industry Forums 12:45-2:15 pm Endocrine and Head & Neck Parallel Session Quality Improvement/Clinical Outcomes Parallel Session Hepatobiliary Parallel Session 2:15-2:30 pm Break 2:30-4 pm Great Debates in Breast Cancer Top Rated Videos Novel Paradigms for Life-long Learning in Surgery 4-4:15 pm Break 4:15-5:45 pm Melanoma Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Case Presentations with Professors and Fellows What s New in Gastric and Esophageal Cancers? 5:50-6:30 pm Town Hall & Annual Business Meeting 7-8:30 pm President s Reception: SSO 75th Anniversary Celebration Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel #SSO2015TX 7

8 TOP SHOWINGS Experience a wide range of services and solutions in the Exhibit Hall, showcasing medical device, equipment, and technology exhibitors along with pharmaceutical companies. Take advantage of this opportunity to network with and learn from suppliers. The Exhibit Hall also is home to poster viewing, one of the most popular features on the show floor. Poster Grand Rounds will again take place, with moderators in each disease site category highlighting top-scoring poster presentations. Exhibit Hall Theater New this year, the Exhibit Hall Theater will be used to feature top poster abstract presentations, video abstracts and exhibitor presentations/product theaters. Exhibit Hall Hours Thursday, March 26 12:15-7:30 pm Friday, March 27 9:45 am-4:30 pm The Exhibit Hall schedule has been enhanced to include more dedicated exhibit hours in a streamlined two-day schedule. And, conveniently, sessions and lectures will take place on the same level as the Exhibit Hall. Industry Forums Attend one-hour non-cme informative educational presentations featuring select exhibitors addressing current issues in healthcare. Hands-On Product Demonstrations and Industry Satellite Symposia The schedule for Industry Forums, Hands-On Product Demonstrations and Industry Satellite Symposia will be finalized and posted at SSO2015.org in the coming months. 8 SSO2015.ORG

9 TOP NETWORKING Connect and collaborate with old friends and new as you network between sessions, during scheduled Symposium activities and at lively informal gatherings throughout the event. Welcome Reception Thursday, March :30 pm Reconnect with colleagues and friends and meet new acquaintances during the opening reception in the Exhibit Hall. The event is a great place to start your networking and check out the latest surgical oncology products and services in the Exhibit Hall. President s Reception: 75th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, March :30 pm Take part in a celebration 75 years in the making. SSO 2015 s signature networking event will honor past presidents and other leaders of the Society with a special video tribute. Ensure your travel plans allow you to attend and network with some of the most accomplished surgical oncology professionals in the world while celebrating a historic milestone. Fellows Lounge NEW! Thursday, March 26 12:15-7:30 pm Friday, March 27 9:45 am-4:30 pm Fellows and residents will now have yet another reason to visit the Exhibit Hall. The new Fellows Lounge will provide a private area for fellows attending SSO 2015 to share ideas, discuss best practices and meet new colleagues. Disease Site Networking New this year, SSO is organizing networking happy hours at establishments near the Convention Center to bring together colleagues who focus on select disease sites. Learn more at SSO2015.org. Social Networking Connect with attendees before and during SSO 2015 by following SSO on social media. Be sure to tag your messages with #SSO2015TX. #SSO2015TX 9

10 CME & MOC INFORMATION Target Audience This activity is intended for all surgeons and health care providers who are involved in the treatment of patients with cancer. Accreditation The Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Designation This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Acknowledgment This activity is supported by independent educational grants from commercial interests. Complete information will be provided to participants prior to the activity. MOC Part 2 SSO 2015 allows you to earn credit toward Part 2 of the ABS MOC program from Thursday, March 26 - Saturday, March 28, for 12 symposia covering breast, pancreatic, gastric and colorectal cancers, melanoma and sarcoma. Attendees may complete the MOC self-assessment exam anytime online or during SSO 2015 at the MOC Café. See complete CME and MOC information at SSO2015.org. Virtual Meeting Can t attend SSO 2015? Miss a session? With Virtual Meeting, SSO has you covered by offering sessions online for viewing soon after the meeting. Free to attendees; a fee is required for non-attendees. AVAILABLE CME HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. VISIT SSO2015.ORG FOR THE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION. 10 SSO2015.ORG

11 HOUSING & TRAVEL CONTRIBUTE TO 75 FOR 75 FUND Hotel Reservations Deadline: February 25 SSO 2015 takes place at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, conveniently located in the heart of downtown. The host hotel, Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel, is connected to the Convention Center by two indoor skywalks. Be sure to reserve your room early by visiting SSO2015.org to ensure availability. The discounted hotel rate is available until February 25 or until the hotel sells out. Travel Information To book your airline reservation at the most competitive rate, call SSO s official travel agency, Uniglobe Preferred Travel, at and after the prompt, dial 0 (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:30 pm CST). Help commemorate the 75th anniversary of SSO and support research and education with a donation to the 75 for 75 Fund. With your help, The SSO Foundation (formerly the James Ewing Foundation) aims to raise $75,000 by the close of SSO 2015 in honor of 75 years of SSO. Your generous contribution will help support The SSO Foundation s new research initiatives, including awards encompassing the spectrum of surgical oncology research to help foster the careers of promising young surgical oncology investigators. 75 for 75 fund contributions will translate into more robust funding from extramural sources for these promising researchers. This new initiative will be in addition to the Foundation s already-established Clinical Investigator Awards program. Contribute today at SSO2015.org. #SSO2015TX 11

12 SS2015 ANNUAL CANCER SYMPOSIUM March Houston, TX 9525 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Suite 870 Rosemont, IL PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID LOMBARD, IL PERMIT NO. 21 PREPARE FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL SURGICAL ONCOLOGY EXPERIENCE AT SSO2015.ORG. EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 10 HOTEL RESERVATIONS DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 25 Connect #SSO2015TX SSO2015.ORG