August 28th, 2026
Description
The Annual Oncogeriatric Symposium brings together academic experts and community clinicians to improve cancer care for older adults through shared learning. The program emphasizes community integration, combining the latest evidence with real-world perspectives to ensure care strategies are practical and adaptable across diverse settings. Through expert talks and case-based discussions led by community providers, participants collaborate on patient-centered approaches that align treatment with functional status, goals of care, and local resources, strengthening connections between academic and community practice.
For pricing information, see pricing tab below.
Dates and Times
Start: 8/28/2026 7:30 AM
End: 8/28/2026 11:00 AM
Objectives
1. Evaluate the interplay between aging, comorbidities, social determinants of health, and cancer care delivery across community settings to better address the unique needs of older adults with cancer.
2. Analyze strategies for strengthening partnerships between oncology teams and community-based organizations to improve coordination of supportive services, including transportation, nutrition, caregiving support, and psychosocial resources.
3. Identify and disseminate best practices for integrating community services into cancer care.
Agenda
8am: Introduction
8:05 – 8:30 AM – Keynote Speaker - Sara Morman, Division Chief, Deputy Director, Elder Connections Division, Ohio Department of Aging
Quality of Life, Survivorship, Cognitive Change
8:30 – 8:45 AM – Daniel Trotier MD, Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology, OSUCCC- James
8:45 – 9:00 AM – Kristina Austin, MSEd, LSW (tentative), Director of Community Engagement, Case CCC
9:00 – 9:15 AM – Judith Tate, PhD, RN, ATS-F, FAAN, Associate Professor, Center of Health Aging, Self-Management and Complex Care, OSU College of Nursing
9:15 – 9:30 AM – Bonnie Burman, ScD, President, the Ohio Council for Cognitive Health
9:30 – 9:45 AM – Panel Discussion - Moderator, Mateus Trinconi Cuhna, MD, Assistant Professor, Division of Medical Oncology, OSUCCC - James
Diet and Exercise
9:45 – 10:00 AM – Fred Tabung, PhD, MSPH, Associate Professor, Division of Medical Oncology, OSUCCC- James
10:00 – 10:15 AM – Dena Champion, MS, RD, CNSC, CSO, Lead Dietitian, OSUCCC – James Clinical Nutrition Services, OSUCCC – James
10:15 – 10:30 AM – Roberto Benzo, PhD, MS, ACSM-ACS CES, Assistant Professor, Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, OSUCCC – James
10:30 – 10:45 AM – Devon Taylor, Director of Wellness and Healy Living Initiatives, Gahanna/John E Bickley YMCA
10:45 – 11:00 AM – Panel Discussion II - Moderator, Asrar Alahmadi, MBBS, Associate Professor, Division of Medical Oncology, OSUCCC - James
11am: Closing Remarks
Pricing
| Tier | Price |
|---|---|
| Free | $0.00 |
Location
Biomedical Research Tower
460 W. 12th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43212
Accreditation Statement
The Ohio State University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The Ohio State University designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.