About this Event
The San Francisco Bay Area Oncology Nursing Society (SFBAONS) is proud to present the 2026 Oncology Care Update (OCU) conference, featuring distinguished experts who will highlight the latest advancements in cancer care. This in-person event will take place at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront in Burlingame, California. Join us for a valuable opportunity to engage with oncology professionals, gain insights from leading specialists, and remain at the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of oncology nursing. Mark your calendar and plan to attend this dynamic and enriching conference!
Earn 8.0 contact hours for full-day attendance. No partial contact hours will be awarded. Breakdown of ILNA points available with conference evaluation. The SFBAONS is accredited as a provider of continuing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 13612.
Conference Objectives
- Analyze emerging trends in cancer survivorship, environmental risk factors, and community support systems to enhance comprehensive, patient-centered oncology care across the cancer continuum.
- Evaluate current pharmacologic updates, including bispecific antibody therapies, and apply evidence-based strategies to safely manage hypersensitivity reactions.
- Integrate principles of oncofertility and pregnancy considerations into clinical decision-making to support reproductive health discussions and care planning for patients with cancer.
- Explore diverse career pathways in oncology nursing, identifying opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and advanced practice within evolving cancer care models.
Note: Please review the FAQ section for important information and answers to frequently asked questions. Speakers, times, topics and content, sequence, and number of presentations are subject to change. All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Agenda
🕑: 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Registration, Breakfast & Exhibit Hall
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:10 AM
Welcome
🕑: 08:10 AM - 09:00 AM
The Survivors Journey: Resilience and Reinvention
Host: Terry Healey
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
Pharmacology Update 2026: What’s New in Cancer Treatment
Host: Teresa Knoop, MSN, RN, AOCN-Emeritus
🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:20 AM
Break & Exhibit Hall
🕑: 10:20 AM - 11:10 AM
Primary Prevention: Eliminating the Carcinogens in our Everyday Lives
Host: Barbara Sattler, RN, DrPH, FAAN
🕑: 11:10 AM - 12:00 PM
The Next Chapter: Writing Your Oncology Nursing Story
Info: SFBAONS Members: Sarah Fornes, MSN, RN, OCN; Sarah Griffith, MS, RN, CNS; Christine Lawrence, RN; Tiffany Nguyen, MSN, RN, CNL; Kris Saquilayan, BSN, RN, PHN, CBCN
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch, Exhibit Hall & Networking
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM
When Seconds Matter: Managing Hypersensitivity Reactions in Oncology Care
Host: Sabrina Orique, PhD, RN, AOCNS, OCN
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:40 PM
Management of Fertility Preservation in Patients with Cancer
Host: Mitchell Rosen, MD, HCLD
🕑: 02:40 PM - 03:10 PM
Break & Exhibit Hall
🕑: 03:10 PM - 04:00 PM
Navigating the New Era of Bispecific Antibody Therapies
Host: Laura Zitella, MS, RN, ACNP-BC, AOCN, FAPO
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:50 PM
No One Faces Cancer Alone: Community Support Across the Cancer Care Continuum
Host: Kent Corley
🕑: 04:50 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing & Evaluation
Event venue & nearby stays
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront, Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, CA, USA, United States
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