Presented By Horizon CME

Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice

The Westin Kierland - Scottsdale AZ

November 7, 2026

Join us in Scottsdale for Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice

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.

Intended Learners: Healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with lung cancer

Register Today!

GENERAL REGISTRATION

Physicians (MD/DO): $20

Allied Health (NP, PA, RN, PharmD): $10

Students: $0

Pharma / Med Device Company Employee: $210 (See Registration Page for Details)

AGENDA

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AGENDA

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 » TBA
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

Presented By Horizon CME

Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice

The Westin Kierland - Scottsdale AZ

November 7, 2026

Join us in Scottsdale for Lung Cancer 2026: Precision, Progress, and Practice

Intended Learners: Healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with lung cancer

Register Today!

GENERAL REGISTRATION

Physicians (MD/DO): $20

Allied Health (NP, PA, RN, PharmD): $10

Students: $0

Pharma / Med Device Company Employee: $210 (See Registration Page for Details)

All Times Listed are for the Pacific Standard Time Zone

Available Credit

Conference Planning Committee

Chirag Patel, MD, FACS

Nazish Ahmad, DO

Frank Tsai, MD

Syed Ali Akbar, MD

Walter Wakwe, MD

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Accommodations

The Westin Kierland