Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium
This symposium, presented by the Division of Surgical Oncology and the UK Markey Cancer Center, will highlight the latest advances in gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic cancer treatment. We will discuss clinical trials, endoscopic techniques, high-dose radiation treatments, and ablative treatments for metastatic disease. Learn about the latest surgical treatments, such as hepatic artery infusion (HAI), hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), and pressurized intraperitoneal chemotherapy (PIPAC). Those attending will also learn about immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and the use of artificial intelligence in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, participants will have the chance to network with leading experts in the field.
This meeting is for oncologists, surgeons, gastroenterologists, radiologists, oncology nurses, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, clinical oncology pharmacists, clinical research staff, cancer center administrators, cancer center program leaders, patient advocates, and medical students. Attendance is open to everyone.
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Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023
7 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
2023 GI Cancers in Kentucky
Lexington Marriott City Center
121 West Vine St.
Lexington, KY 40507
HOTEL INFO
Lexington Marriott City Center
121 West Vine St.
Lexington, KY 40507
For hotel reservations, click the button below or call Marriott central reservations at 877-204-8020 and use the code MCCPMS to secure a rate of $199 per night.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Dr. Nancy Kemeny
Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
SCHEDULE
Time | Session |
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7–7:45 a.m. | Continental Breakfast |
7:45–8 a.m. | Welcome Introduction |
Upper GI Session | |
8–8:20 a.m. | Updates in Gastric Cancer Clinical Trials |
8:20–8:50 a.m. | Pancreatic Cystic Neoplasms |
8:50–9:10 a.m. | Irreversible Electroporation (IRE) in Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer |
9:10–9:30 a.m. | Ablative Radiation Therapy for Inoperable Pancreatic Cancer |
9:30–9:45 a.m. | Break |
9:45–10:30 a.m. | Updates in Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials (Featured Speaker) |
Regional Therapies Session #1 | Hepatic Artery Infusion |
10:30–11 a.m. | Introduction to HAI Therapy |
11–11:30 a.m. | HAI for Colorectal Liver Metastases (Keynote Address) |
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Lunch |
Breakout Sessions | |
11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. | Room #1: HAI Therapy Cases and Panel Discussion |
11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. | Room #2: HIPEC/PIPAC Cases and Panel Discussion |
Liver and Bile Duct Session | |
1–1:20 p.m. | Advanced Endoscopic Techniques |
1:20–1:50 p.m. | Cholangiocarcinoma (Invited Speaker) |
1:50–2:10 p.m. | Regional Therapies for Inoperable HCC |
2:10–2:30 p.m. | Updates in HCC |
2:30–2:40 p.m. | Break |
Regional Therapies Session #2 | Heated Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) |
2:40–3:10 p.m. | Introduction to HIPEC |
3:10–3:40 p.m. | Pressurized Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (PIPAC) (Invited Speaker) |
Lower GI Session | |
3:40–4 p.m. | Updates in Rectal Cancer |
4–4:30 p.m. | Circulating Tumor DNA in the Management of Colorectal Cancer (Invited Speaker) |
4:30 p.m. | Closing Remarks |