2016 Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy™- Charlottesville, VA October 14, 2016 Boar's Head Charlottesville, VA Program Organizers Patrick Dillon, MD – University of Virginia Kathleen Haden, MSN, RN, ANP – University of Virginia Craig L. Slingluff Jr., MD – University of VirginiaProgram SummaryFrom the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC), these enduring materials from the 2016 Advances in Cancer Immunotherapy™- Charlottesville, VA provide an overview of basic immunology principles and the mechanisms and clinical applications of immunotherapy for melanoma, lung cancer and genitourinary cancers. Attendees also took advantage of the opportunity for professional networking, promoting collaboration and scientific exchange with experts, clinical oncologists and other health care providers from the surrounding community. Presented by leading authorities in tumor immunology and cancer immunotherapy, these programs facilitated an understanding of:
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This presentation video discusses promising research on potential new immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer. The presentation focuses on new treatments and combinations and addresses hurdles to furthering immunotherapy as a cancer treatment. Presenter: Patrick M. Dillon, MD- University of Virginia00:24:58
In this presentation video, case studies are used to explain immunotherapy as a treatment for lung cancer. Treatment management and adverse effects are also discussed. Presenter: Ryan Gentzler, MD- University of Virginia00:36:15
In this presentation, case studies are used to explain immunotherapy as a treatment for genitourinary cancers. Treatment management and adverse effects are also discussed. Presenter: Robert Dreicer, MD- University of Virginia00:22:11
This video provides an overview of immunology principles that was covered during the program that provided a basis for understanding the mechanisms of immunotherapy approaches. The program on October 14 began by offering attendees the opportunity to ask questions about these slides, followed by a presentation about this information, especially as it pertains to immunotherapy. An optional additional 0.75 CME/CE credits are available for completing this module. Presenter: Victor H. Engelhard, PhD – University of Virginia00:39:30
This video presentation explains various immunotherapy approaches, including cancer vaccines, checkpoint inhibitors, and others. The presentation also discusses mechanisms of tumor immunosuppression and how to overcome immunosuppression. Presenter: Craig L. Slingluff Jr., MD- University of Virginia00:30:40
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