Events

Precision Medicine Symposium

This symposium highlights new clinical advances in hematological malignancies and solid tumor malignancies, including novel radiopharmaceuticals for neuroendocrine cancers and neuro-oncology. Attendees will also learn about recent innovations and therapies. Learn more about the Precicsion Medicine Symposium here.

Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium

This symposium highlights the latest advances in gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic cancer treatment. Sessions discuss clinical trials, endoscopic techniques, high-dose radiation treatments, and ablative treatments for metastatic disease. Learn more about the Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium here.

Markey Cancer Center Research Day

Each year Markey showcases the work of cancer researchers from all disciplines at the University of Kentucky. Learn more here about Markey Cancer Research Day.

Continuing Medical Education

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians. The Markey Cancer Center functions within the parameters of that accreditation to provide a variety of CME offerings. Learn more here.

Expressions of Courage Survivor Celebration

Cancer struggles can bring about powerful emotions, and patients convey their feelings in varied, personal ways. Expressions of Courage is designed as a showcase for those feelings, a celebration of both human creativity and the human spirit. Please note that this occasion is for all survivors. Learn more about Expressions of Courge here.

Markey Research Seminars

The UK Markey Cancer Center sponsors a weekly, continuing-education series. This series highlights subject matter experts from a range of cancer related studies and services. To learn more about Markey Research Seminars, click here.

Additional Resources

Find a support group. 
For more information, visit the Support Groups web page or contact Joan Scales at 859-323-1403.

NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center - A Cancer Center Designated by the National Cancer Institute

Markey Cancer Center is designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center – a distinction that recognizes our commitment to accelerating precision cancer research and care to patients. We are the first and only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center in Kentucky, and one of 56 in the nation.

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