Schedule at a Glance
To plan your educational experience, view the 2025 ASPHO Conference Schedule at a Glance below.
Schedule is subject to change. All times are listed in Eastern time/local Louisville time.
Tuesday, May 6
7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Pediatric Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Consortium Meeting
Wednesday, May 7
7:30 am – 11:30 am
Pre-Conference Session: Practical Aspects of Caring for Patients with a Cancer Predisposition Syndrome
Advance registration and fee required.
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Corporate Satellite Symposia
12:45 pm – 2:00 pm
Welcome & Selected Abstract Presentations
Plenary Abstract Presentations
Two of the highest-rated abstracts will be presented.
Young Investigator Award Presentations
The ASPHO Young Investigator Award formally recognizes excellence in research in pediatric hematology/oncology. The award provides funding for two deserving young investigators to attend the ASPHO Conference and present their abstract as an oral presentation.
2:15 pm – 3:30 pm
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- A1 – ASPHO/PTCTC Joint Session: Downs Syndrome - Immune Dysregulation, Hyperinflammation, and Special Considerations for HCT and CAR-T
- A2 – Championing Change: An Innovative Consult Services for Training Clinicians on Environmental Exposures and Risk for Childhood Cancer
- A3 – Management of Disorders of Hemostasis
2:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Division Director Academy
Advance registration and fee required.
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Networking Break with top-rated posters
4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
Educational / Scientific Sessions
- A4 – Blinatumomab: Everything you Need to Know Today and Possibilities for the Future
- A5 – Quality Measures in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
- A6 – Incorporating Fertility Preservation in the Treatment of Hemoglobinopathies (Sickle Cell Disease and Thalassemia)
5:15 pm – 6:00 pm
First-time Attendee and International and New Member Reception
Learn about the Society's special interest groups at the SIG Meet & Greet and connect with fellow residents and medical students at the Resident/Student Meet-Up – both of which will take place during the reception.
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Clinical Conundrums
Attend a clinical conundrum session and interact with a recognized expert on a challenging diagnostic and management issue. The session will include a 15-20 minute presentation by a recignized expert followed by a small group discussion of additional cases shared by the attendees.
- Modern Therapeutics for Hemophilia*
- Relapsed/Refractory Sarcomas*
*Advanced registration and fee required. Seating is limited to 35 attendees.
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Corporate Satellite Symposia
Thursday, May 8
6:30 am – 7:45 am
Corporate Satellite Symposia
7:00 am – 8:00 am
Clinical Conundrums
Attend a clinical conundrum session and interact with a recognized expert on a challenging diagnostic and management issue. The session will include a 15-20 minute presentation by a recignized expert followed by a small group discussion of additional cases shared by the attendees.
- Curative Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease vs. Medical Management*
- HLH*
*Advanced registration and fee required. Seating is limited to 35 attendees.
Special Interest Group Meetings
7:30 am – 8:15 am
Networking with continental breakfast and top-rated posters
8:15 am – 9:15 am
Keynote Presentation
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- B7 – Skeletons in the Hematologist’s Closet: Navigating Bony Complications in Sickle Cell Disease and Thalassemia
- B8 – Immune Regulatory Disorders for the Hematologist/Oncologist
- B9 – Unraveling of DNA – Understanding Epigenetic Mechanisms of Gene Regulation in Pediatric Solid and CNS Tumors
11:00 am – 11:50 am
ASPHO Business Meeting
12:00 pm – 1:15 pm
Early Career Roundtable Luncheon
Corporate Satellite Symposia
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Special Interest Group Meetings
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Selected Abstract Presentations
2:45 pm – 3:45 pm
George R. Buchanan Lectureship Award Presentation
The George R. Buchanan Lectureship is presented in honor of Dr. Buchanan and to assure that future generations of pediatric hematology/oncology specialists are aware of his significant contributions to ASPHO and the field. Dr. Buchanan has made scientific contributions in many areas of pediatric hematology and oncology; and among his many attributes, he has been recognized as an outstanding teacher and mentor. He served as Past President of the Society and founded and developed the ASPHO Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Review Course, a premier education offering for the field.
The award recognizes a national/international expert in pediatric hematology/oncology who has significant research, education and clinical expertise, and is recognized as an accomplished educator and committed mentor.
The 2025 George R. Buchanan recipient is James H. Feusner, MD from Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. He will present a 35-minute lecture retrospective highlighting his career accomplishments and how mentoring and teaching played a role in that journey.
Early Career Travel Stipend and Advanced Practice Provider Travel Stipend Award Announcements
The Early Career Travel Stipend Awards was established to provide funding for deserving young investigators to attend the ASPHO Conference, present their work, and introduce them to the many benefits of ASPHO programming and networking. Up to five awards will be given per year.
The Advanced Practice Provider Travel Award was established to provide funding for a deserving advanced practice provider to attend the ASPHO Conference, present their work, and introduce them to the many benefits of ASPHO programming and networking. Up to one award will be given per year.
3:45 pm – 4:30 pm
Networking Break with Exhibits and Posters
- Education Theater
4:45 pm – 6:00 pm
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- B10 – Supportive Care of Vascular Anomalies Beyond Pharmacotherapy
- B11 – Emerging Horizons in Pediatric Clonal Hematopoiesis
- B12 – Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Acquired Aplastic Anemia and PNH in Children and Adolescents
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Opening Reception with Exhibits and Posters
- Odd-numbered Author-attended Poster Session
- Education Theater
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Fellowship Program Directors Dinner Meeting
Corporate Satellite Symposia
Friday, May 9
6:30 am – 7:45 am
Corporate Satellite Symposia
7:00 am – 8:00 am
Continental Breakfast with Exhibits and Posters
- Education Theater
8:00 am – 9:15 am
Oncology Luminary Presentation with Selected Abstract Presentations
Hematology Luminary Presentation with Selected Abstract Presentations
9:15 am – 10:15 am
Networking Break with Exhibits and Posters in Exhibit Hall
10:15 am – 11:15 am
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- C13 – What’s Blood Got to Do with It? An Update on Transfusion Medicine Practices in Pediatric Patients
- C14 – Rurality, Care Delivery, and Clinical Outcomes in Pediatric Oncology
- C15 – Navigating Career Transitions from Fellowship to Retired and Everything in Between
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Northwestern Mutual Award for Excellence in Childhood Cancer Survivorship Announcement
Professionals who focus on survivorship have chosen to devote considerable effort to helping pediatric cancer survivors live full and healthy lives. To honor the efforts of these exceptional investigators, Northwestern Mutual is proud to partner with ASPHO in awarding the Northwestern Mutual Award for Excellence in Childhood Cancer Survivorship, which will annually recognize an ASPHO member for their outstanding contributions dedicated to this segment of the pediatric hematology/oncology field.
The Northwestern Mutual Award will honor a mid-career (8-15 years post-fellowship) childhood cancer survivorship investigator who has demonstrated his or her commitment to this segment of the field through a growing portfolio of research and project funding, while accelerating in his or her output and gaining prominence. The $10,000 honorarium will help augment the investigator’s current work to enhance the lives of childhood cancer survivors through innovative projects.
This year’s recipient is Lucie Turcotte, MD MPH MS from the University of Minnesota.
Frank A. Oski Memorial Lectureship Award Presentation
The Frank A. Oski Memorial Lectureship is presented in honor of Dr. Oski's many contributions to the field of pediatric hematology/oncology and to ensure a younger generation of pediatric hematology/oncology specialists remain aware of his legacy. The lectureship is awarded to an outstanding clinical or laboratory investigator in pediatric hematology/oncology whose cutting-edge research is of the caliber of the investigations made by Dr. Oski.
This year’s recipient, Ayesha Zia, MD from UT Southwestern Medical Center will present a 35-minute state-of-the-art lecture describing her research and clinical management of patients.
12:30 pm – 2:15 pm
Lunch with Exhibits and Posters in the Exhibit Hall
- Even-numbered Author Attended Poster Session
- Education Theater
12:45 pm – 1:20 pm
Speed Mentoring Session I
1:30 pm – 2:05 pm
Speed Mentoring Session II
2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- C16 – Practical Considerations for Pediatric DOAC Use
- C17 – Emerging Immunotherapy Strategies for Pediatric Brain Tumors
- C18 – Advanced Practice Providers in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology: Exploring APP Role Across a Career: From New Hire to Advanced Career
3:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Presidential Symposium: Innovation in PHO Practice Addressing Workforce Challenges
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Distinguished Career Award Presentation and Reception
The Distinguished Career Award is presented annually to a senior physician or other professional who during his or her career has had a major impact on the subspecialty through some combination of research, education, patient care, and advocacy.
This year’s recipient is William L. Carroll from NYU Langone Medical Center.
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Special Interest Group Meetings
Saturday, May 10
7:00 am – 8:00 am
Special Interest Group Meetings
7:30 am – 8:15 am
Networking Break
8:15 am – 9:30 am
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- D19 – Recent Advances in Pediatric Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)
- D20 – When N=1, Diagnosing and Treating Rare Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas
- D21 – Taboo Topics During End-of-Life Care: How to Respond to Uncomfortable Questions about Death and Dying
9:30 am – 10:00 am
Networking Break
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Children's Oncology Group (COG) – Committee Updates
Hematology Science Abstracts as presented at the 2024 ASH Annual Meeting
11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Educational/Scientific Sessions
- D22 – Understanding Rare Lymphoproliferative Disorders: Castleman Disease, Rosai-Dorfman Disease and Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease
- D23 – Development of Early-phase Pediatric Clinical Trials
- D24 – Physical Activity Guidelines for Children with Cancer – Time to Make a Move