MD Anderson is renowned for groundbreaking cancer research, exceptional patient care, impactful educational programs, innovative prevention programs and our commitment to training the next generation of oncology experts.
With 10 specialized surgical departments and a team of more than 250 world-class surgeons, we perform more procedures than any other National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, setting the standard for safety, outcomes and transformative patient care. Our commitment to pioneering research and education ensures that cutting-edge surgical advancements translate into real-world impact.
At the Society of Surgical Oncology Annual Meeting, our experts join other leading minds in surgical oncology to share their insights and discuss the latest surgical innovations to improve survival and quality of life for patients worldwide.
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Meet the experts
Visit MD Anderson at Booth 403 in the HUB to network with us, ask a question, learn about training and career opportunities and continue the conversation on key presentations with our experts.
The HUB Hours
Thursday, March 27: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. ET
Friday, March 28: 9 a.m.–6:15 p.m. ET
Coffee service will be available in the booth during all HUB hours.
Thursday, March 27
9–9:30 a.m. ET
Pancreatic Cancer Treatment: What’s New
Matthew Katz, M.D.
Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
Rebecca Snyder, M.D.
Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
10–10:30 a.m. ET
Partnering with Health Systems to Eliminate Cancer
Henry Kuerer, M.D., Ph.D.
Executive Director, Breast Programs, Cancer Network
Professor of Breast Surgical Oncology
Jeffrey Lee, M.D.
Chief Medical Executive ad interim
Chief Cancer Network Officer & Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Professor of Surgical Oncology
Christina Roland, M.D.
Associate Vice President, Medical & Academic Affairs, Cancer Network
Associate Professor, Surgical Oncology
10:30–11 a.m. ET
Advances in Melanoma
Ashley Holder, M.D.
Melanoma Surgery
Roi Weiser, M.D.
Surgical Oncology
1–1:30 p.m. ET
Insights on HIPEC
Beth Helmink, M.D., Ph.D.
Surgical Oncology
Michael White, M.D.
Colon and Rectal Surgery
3–3:30 p.m. ET
Transformative Practices in Minimally Invasive Surgery
Naruhiko Ikoma, M.D.
Surgical Oncology
Hop Tran Cao, M.D.
Surgical Oncology
3:30–4 p.m. ET
Histotripsy: A Promising Technology
Hop Tran Cao, M.D.
Surgical Oncology
Friday, March 28
Residency and Fellowship Programs at MD Anderson
MD Anderson academic programs are competitive and comprehensive.
Surgical Fellowship Programs
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Breast Surgical Oncology
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Advanced Colon and Rectal Surgical Oncology
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Complex General Surgical Oncology
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Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
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Advanced Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
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Head and Neck Surgical Oncology with Microvascular Reconstruction
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Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery
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International Surgical Oncology
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Surgical Endocrinology
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Thoracic Surgery
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Elevating the quality of cancer care in local communities
MD Anderson partners with U.S.-based health systems to fully integrate their clinical cancer care and research operations, mirroring how we deliver cancer care. We support the delivery of oncology services in accordance with MD Anderson standards to enable partners to provide multidisciplinary, sub-specialized patient care, quality standardization, and expanded access to clinical trials. Partners must demonstrate a commitment to full clinical and research alignment with MD Anderson. For all Cancer Network providers, MD Anderson offers education, remote multi-disciplinary tumor boards, and peer to peer consultations.
Get to know our surgeons
Meet some of our experts
Kelly Hunt, M.D.
Brian Badgwell, M.D.
Matthew Katz, M.D.
Christina Roland, M.D.