MSKCC Geriatric Oncology Symposium Rapid Diagnosis, Early Detection, Risk Reduction, and Innovations 2026

Description

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+ Target Audience: oncologists, geriatricians

Aging is a significant risk factor for the development of cancer, and as the U.S. population continues to age, the demand for clinicians skilled in the care of older adults with cancer will continue to grow. Yet research suggests that common geriatric syndromes and the psychosocial needs of older oncology patients are often unintentionally overlooked or under-addressed.

This one-day, evidence-based virtual symposium is designed to enhance the care of older adults with cancer by advancing clinicians’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in geriatric oncology practice. The program will explore innovative strategies to improve the rapid diagnosis and management of disease in older adults. Sessions will examine the complexities of multimorbidity, the importance of early disease detection, and approaches to reducing patient harm and optimizing care. Faculty will also highlight emerging advances in technology and digital health, illustrating how innovation is transforming the delivery of geriatric care.

Through a multidisciplinary lens, participants will gain practical insights into clinical tools, system-level solutions, and emerging research aimed at improving outcomes and quality of life for older adults with cancer.

Course Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 8:55 AM – 5:05 PM, Online

Learning Objectives

1. Identify strategies for implementing rapid diagnostic tools and workflows to accelerate timely and accurate disease detection in geriatric patients
2. Discuss the importance of early detection and risk reduction strategies tailored to older adults to optimize health outcomes
3. Evaluate emerging innovations in digital health and medical technology

3. Target Audience

This symposium is designed for physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, CRNAs, residents, fellows, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals in medicine and surgery who provide care for the older adult.

4. Topics

Topics (16 Lectures):

1. CAIT Clinic Model- Updates on Risk Stratification Prior to Chemotherapy

2. Case Study

3. Digital Health- Updates on Current Research

4. Early Detection and Risk Reduction Q&A and Panel Discussion

5. EHR Implementation- Lessons learned

6. Good Time to Stop- Cancer Screening in High-risk Older Adults

7. Implications of Sensory Changes in Oncology Care

8. Improving Care for Older Adults Undergoing Surgery Implementing the ACS (GSV) Program

9. Keynote Address- Caring for Patients with Multimorbidity

10. Minimizing Postoperative Complications in Older Adults with Breast Cancer

11. Novel Technologies and Geriatric Oncology Q&A and Panel Discussion

12. Optimizing Care Q&A and Panel Discussion

13. Palliative Care and Geriatrics Service- Who Does What for Patients with Serious Illnesses-

14. RADAR and Older Adult with Cancer

15. Rapid Diagnosis Q&A and Panel Discussion

16. Reducing Risk in an Age-friendly Environment

17. Telehealth and the Older Adult

18. Upcoming MSK Technology Innovations