2026 Know Your NETs
Virtual Patient and Caregiver Conference

Saturday July 18, 2026 | 11 AM - 4 PM ET

Join us online on July 18 for our largest annual patient and caregiver conference. You’ll hear about the latest science and treatments from leading experts in the field, gain inspiration and insights from fellow patients, and learn new strategies for living well.

See the full agenda below

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Neuroendocrine Cancer Patient & Caregiver Virtual Education Conference Agenda

Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET


This year’s program builds on prior conferences with expanded foundational education, deeper insight into treatment decision-making, and a stronger focus on patient experience and long-term management.

Pre-Conference (On-Demand)

Neuroendocrine Cancer 101 

A foundational session designed to help participants better understand their diagnosis and care.

Presenter: Chandrika Chandrasekharan, MD; MD Anderson

Live Conference Agenda

I. Your NET Journey: From Diagnosis to Ongoing Care

Advancing knowledge through clinical insights and research updates

Recent Advances in the Clinic: What’s New in Neuroendocrine Cancer Treatment and Clinical Trials

Presenter: Andy Liao, MD; University of Chicago Medicine

Advances in Research: The Future of Neuroendocrine Cancer Care

Presenter: Anna Greene, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, NETRF

What Happens After Your Diagnosis: Monitoring, Surveillance and Ongoing Care

Presenter: Udhayvir Grewal, MBBS; Emory University

Understanding the Long-Term Impact of Treatment

Presenter: Thor Halfdanarson, MD; Mayo Clinic 

Break 

II. How Treatment Decisions Are Made: Inside the Care Team

Exploring how care teams collaborate and how treatment decisions are made

Inside a Tumor Board: How Doctors Make Treatment Decisions (one case)

Moderator: Xavier Keutgen, MD; University Chicago Medicine

Panelists: TBA

 

Treatments for Faster-Growing Neuroendocrine Cancers (NECs & Grade 3 cancers)

Presenter: Aman Chauhan, MD; University of Miami

Physicians and Patients: Real Conversations About Treatment Choices – When is Surgery an Option?

Presenter: Xavier Keutgen, MD; University Chicago Medicine

Physicians and Patients: Real Conversations About PRRT and Targeted Therapy Options

Presenter: Andy Liao, MD; University of Chicago Medicine

Break 

III. Living Well with NETs: Managing Symptoms and Moving Forward

Supporting quality of life through symptom management and shared experience

Common Symptoms of Neuroendocrine Cancer: What to Expect and When to Speak Up

Presenter: Kimberly Perez, MD; Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Heart Health and Neuroendocrine Cancer: What to Watch For

Presenter: Tamar Polonsky, MD; University of Chicago Medicine

Bone Health and Neuroendocrine Cancer: Managing Pain and Treatment

Presenter: Vasyl Hereha, MD; University of Chicago Medicine

Thrivership

Presenter: Jessica Thomas, Director of Patient Education, NETRF

Break 

IV. Ask the Experts: Live Q&A

An interactive session with conference speakers to address audience questions.

Program subject to change.

Thank you to our additional sponsors