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Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium Returns to Winston-Salem This October

Sep 11, 2026, 9:15:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in cancer, oncology, continuing education, health professionals, hematology

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Healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing cancer care are invited to join us for the Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium on October 16, 2026, at the M.C. Benton Jr. Convention Center in Winston-Salem, NC. This annual educational event brings together physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, navigators, and other oncology professionals for a day of evidence-based learning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Register Today!

spurrfall2023Designed for professionals working across the continuum of hematology and oncology care, the symposium offers an interactive learning environment featuring nationally recognized faculty and expert-led discussions on emerging trends, innovative therapies, and practical approaches to improving patient outcomes. Attendees will engage in didactic presentations and case-based learning that can be applied immediately in clinical practice.

Participants will explore timely topics, including:

  • The expanding role of interventional radiology in cancer care
  • Antibody-drug conjugates in the neoadjuvant breast cancer setting
  • The impact of the microbiome on cancer development, treatment response, and treatment-related toxicities
  • Multidisciplinary management of complex oncology cases
  • Emerging strategies for targeting RAS pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
  • Evidence-based sequencing of therapies for metastatic breast cancer
  • Future microbiome-based approaches to personalized cancer care 

Upon completion of the symposium, participants will be better equipped to evaluate new therapeutic and diagnostic options, integrate emerging evidence into patient care decisions, and navigate the rapidly evolving oncology landscape.

Event Details

Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium
Date: October 16, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:40 p.m.
Location: M.C. Benton Jr. Convention Center, 301 W. 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 

Register here: https://northwestahec.wakehealth.edu/t3/courses-and-events/78585/charles-l-spurr-piedmont-oncology-symposium

Continuing Education Credit

Participants can earn:

  • 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits for physicians
  • 5.0 Nursing Contact Hours for nurses

These educational credits support continuing professional development while helping clinicians stay current with advances in oncology care.

Registration Fees

  • $200 - Industry Clinical Educators and Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs)
  • $150 - MD/DO
  • $100 - All Other Healthcare Professionals

Whether you provide direct patient care, support care coordination, or contribute to oncology services as part of a multidisciplinary team, this symposium offers a valuable opportunity to learn from experts, connect with colleagues, and enhance the care you provide to patients living with cancer.

Register today and join us in Winston-Salem for a day of oncology education, collaboration, and innovation.

 

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Join Us at the Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium – October 24, 2025

Sep 5, 2025, 3:18:40 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Nursing, oncology, hematology

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We’re excited to invite you to the Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium, taking place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 8:50 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. at the M.C. Benton Jr. Convention Center in Winston-Salem, NC.

This in-person event is designed for a wide range of healthcare professionals—physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, navigators, and others—who are committed to excellence in hematology and oncology care. Attendees will engage in a dynamic learning environment featuring renowned faculty, evidence-based presentations, and interactive case studies.

Whether you’re working in a hospital, clinic, or community setting, this symposium offers practical strategies and the latest insights to help you navigate therapeutic and diagnostic options and improve patient outcomes.

Why Attend?

  • Ljpeg (6)earn from leading experts in oncology
  • Gain actionable knowledge through case-based discussions
  • Network with peers across the continuum of cancer care
  • Return to practice with tools to enhance care delivery

📍 Location:
M.C. Benton Jr. Convention Center
Winston-Salem, NC 27101

🔗 Register or learn more here

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Don't Miss Out! Join Us at the Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium – Register Today! 🎉📅

Sep 5, 2024, 10:45:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in cancer, oncology, breast cancer, hematology

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Are you ready to enhance your knowledge and skills in the field of hematology and oncology? Look no further than the Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium, taking place on October 25, 2024, at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, NC.

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📌 Don't Miss This - Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium

Sep 12, 2023, 9:00:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in oncology, hematology

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Registration is now OPEN -  we hope you can join us in person next month. The Charles L. Spurr symposium is designed for physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, navigators and other health care professionals dedicated to the field of hematology and oncology in settings across the continuum of care.

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