INFORMATION

You can review the 2026 Survivorship Conference agenda here as a PDF.

Meet our 2026 Survivorship Conference Speakers.

Emcee: Mathew Odette

8:00 AM | Zoom Livestream Begins, Virtual Exhibits Available

8:30 AM | Welcome with Karim Sadak, MD, MPH, MSE

8:40 AM | Grounded, Present, and Enough: The First Step of a Fruitful Day with JC Lippold

9:10 AM | Living With and Beyond Cancer: A Whole-Person Approach to Cancer Survivorship Care with Larissa Nekhlyudov, MD, MPH

10:15 AM | Breakout Session #1: Choose one to attend.

• Beyond Surviving: Whole-Person Integrative Care in the Cancer Journey with Arti Prasad, MD, FACP, ABIOM, CPDC, CPE

• A Dietitian's Guide to Practical Protein and Nutrition with Kelsey Kincaid, MS, RDN, LD

• Physical Activity in Survivorship: Its Benefits and When to Consult a Physical Therapist with Lynn Tanner, PT, PhD

11:15 AM | Breakout Session #2: Choose one to attend.

• Beyond Surviving: Whole-Person Integrative Care in the Cancer Journey with Arti Prasad, MD, FACP, ABIOM, CPDC, CPE

• A Dietitian's Guide to Practical Protein and Nutrition with Kelsey Kincaid, MS, RDN, LD

• The Healing Pen and a Mic: A Journaling and Audio Experience with Talaya Dendy, BCPA, NBC-HWC

12:00 PM | Lunch Break

12:20 PM | Acupressure Mini-Boost: Simple Techniques to Use Anywhere with Matt Bierschbach, MSTCM CA, L.Ac. and Amelia Bierschbach, MAC, L.Ac.

12:45 PM | Five Practices for Living Fully with Catherine Duncan, MA, BCC

1:30 PM | Adjourn

Meet our 2026 Survivorship Conference Speakers

After the event, you will receive an email for a post-event survey. Please complete the survey (we use all your feedback to plan our future events!). Once your survey is submitted, you will see a link to enter a drawing to win a copy of Catherine Duncan's book, Everyday Awakening.

If you do not receive the survey after the event, please email us at survivorship@umn.edu.

How do I access the livestream?

On Saturday, April 11, you can access the livestream using the buttons above. There is 1 Zoom link for all sessions. When you click on the link, you will enter the Zoom Events Lobby where you can learn more about the sessions and speakers. Click on the session link to join the livestream. To move to another session, click on "Lobby" again and select the next session. You can review the agenda here (also in the section above) to follow along with the session schedule.

Where can I find conference recordings?

After the conference, it will take a week or two for us to edit and upload the recordings. Recordings will be posted on the website z.umn.edu/SurvConf once they are available. Join the mailing list to be notified when recordings are available.

How can I share my feedback?

Please email us at survivorship@umn.edu. A survey will also be emailed to attendees.

Can I make a donation?

Yes! Your donations help us keep this event free. You can make your donation at makingagift.umn.edu.

Who hosts this event?

This event is hosted by the Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota and M Health Fairview. View our planning committee .

Where can I get more resources?

Visit the Virtual Exhibit Booths for more resources from our virtual exhibitors. You can also find previous Conference recordings and materials from our past THRIVE Series at survivorship.umn.edu. Save the date for the Fall 2026 THRIVE Series Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, and 27.

How do I learn more about a specific Virtual Exhibitor?

We recommend that you use their Virtual Exhibit Page to find their contact details or website to reach out to them directly. If you are having trouble, connect with our team at survivorship@umn.edu and we can help make the connection.

How long can I access the virtual exhibits?

The virtual exhibits will be open through March 2027.