Mervin L Trail Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) Symposium

Updates in Management of HPV+ Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma

About the Symposium

What is the Mervin L Trail TORS Symposium?

The Mervin L Trail Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) Symposium, organized by the LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, is dedicated to updating healthcare professionals on the latest advancements in managing HPV+ Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma. This event will delve into the value addition provided by transoral robotic surgery and the advances in radiation therapy, aiming to equip providers with the knowledge necessary to develop individualized and evidence-based treatment plans for their patients.

Who Should Attend?

This symposium is ideal for:

ENT Surgeons

Oral Surgeons

Medical Oncologists

Radiation Oncologists

Auxiliary Staff

Speech-Language Pathologists

Primary Practitioners

Benefits for Attendees

• Gain insights into the latest treatment paradigms for HPV+ Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
• Learn about the advancements in transoral robotic surgery and radiation therapy.
• Engage with leading experts in the field.
• Enhance your clinical practice with evidence-based knowledge.
• Network with peers and specialists.

Agenda

8:10 – 8:15 AM: Housekeeping (CSurgeries Team)

8:15 – 8:20 AM: Opening Remarks (Dr. Rohan R Walvekar)

8:20 – 8:30 AM: Introduction to OLOL Robotics Program (Dr. Marks)

8:30 – 8:45 AM: Introduction to TORS Symposium (Dr. Rula Mualla & Dr. Sagar Kansara)

8:45 – 9:15 AM: Incidence and Epidemiology of HPV+ OPSCC

9:15 – 9:45 AM: History of TORS

9:45 – 10:00 AM: Break / Q&A

10:00 – 11:00 AM: Updates in Robotic Surgery for HPV+ OPSCC (Dr. William Ryan)

11:00 – 12:00 PM: Updates in Radiation Techniques for HPV+ OPSCC (Dr. Sue Yom)

12:00 – 12:15 PM: Q&A and Closing Remarks (Dr. Mualla, Dr. Kansara, Dr. Walvekar)

Pre-Event Preparations

We will hold a pre-conference Zoom call to ensure all speakers can access the CSurgeries platform and understand the login process. This call will be conducted 1 month or 15 days in advance.

Meet Our Speakers

Dr. Rula Mualla

Dr. Rula Mualla is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at LSU Health Sciences Center. She completed her Otolaryngology residency at OHSU in Portland, OR, followed by a fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Her clinical interests include endocrine and oncologic surgery, with a focus on transoral robotic surgery and microvascular reconstruction.

Dr. Sagar Kansara

Dr. Sagar Kansara is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at LSU Health Sciences Center. He completed his fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of California – San Francisco. Dr. Kansara’s research interests include neoadjuvant therapy and treatment deintensification in HPV+ oropharyngeal cancer. He is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. William Ryan

Dr. William R. Ryan is a Professor at the University of California-San Francisco, specializing in head and neck oncologic surgery. He has extensive expertise in transoral robotic surgery, sialendoscopy, and regional reconstruction. Dr. Ryan is actively involved in research and has authored over 95 peer-reviewed journal articles.

Dr. Sue Yom

Dr. Sue S. Yom is the Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs Distinguished Professor in Head and Neck Cancer Radiation Oncology at UCSF. She is an expert in radiation techniques for HPV+ oropharyngeal cancer and has published extensively in the field. Dr. Yom’s research interests include clinical trials, novel imaging, and quality of life outcomes.

Registration

Be part of the Mervin L Trail TORS Symposium. Register now to reserve your spot and stay updated with the latest surgical advancements: [Registration Link]

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Sponsors

This symposium is proudly supported by:

Mervin L Trail Endowment

LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans

Intuitive (Pending Confirmation)

Register Today!

By attending the Mervin L Trail TORS Symposium, you will be at the forefront of advancements in the management of HPV+ Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your clinical practice and network with leading experts in the field.