2026
Live Activities
2026 Hematology Highlights: A Post-ASH Review (In-Person)
Feb. 21 • Hilton Omaha
This year’s conference brings together leading experts to share the latest insights on myeloid diseases, lymphoid and plasma cell disorders, classical hematology, and gene therapy for sickle cell anemia, as presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH).
The Nebraska GUT Club: Monitoring in IBD – When, Why, and How (In-Person)
Feb. 12 •. Omaha Marriott
The Nebraska Gut Club is a recurring continuing education activity designed for heath care providers in gastroenterology and hepatology, including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and pharmacists. This educational activity offers the latest advancements, clinical updates, and in-depth discussions on a wide range of gastrointestinal and hepatological topics.
2026 Midwest Cystic Fibrosis Consortium (In-Person)
March 13-14 • Hilton Omaha
Invitation-only; no CME or CE credit provided
This multidisciplinary consortium brings together staff from Cystic Fibrosis (CF)-accredited care centers for a dynamic educational experience. Attendees will participate in keynote presentations and interactive breakout sessions covering emerging and high-priority topics in CF care, including mental health, treatment guidelines, research updates, CF-related diabetes, and sexual reproduction and health.
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Dementia: Diagnosis and Treatment in the Primary Care Setting (In-Person)
March 19-20 • UNK Regional Engagement Center – The Core
This two-day conference will explore key topics in dementia diagnosis and treatment. Sessions will cover diagnostic modalities and their most effective applications, as well as emerging biomarkers for detecting Alzheimer’s disease. Attendees will learn about current treatment options, including anti-amyloid therapies and criteria for identifying ideal candidates. The conference will also address both medication and non-medication strategies for managing behavioral symptoms associated with dementia. Finally, we will highlight resources and support systems available in rural Nebraska for patients and their families.
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2026 Updates in Rheumatology (Hybrid)
April 17 • UNO Thompson Alumni Center + Zoom
This symposium provides a focused, evidence-based update on the diagnosis and management of rheumatic diseases. Attendees will gain practical insights into recognizing systemic manifestations, applying current diagnostic strategies, and implementing effective treatment approaches. We will also explore innovative therapies and advances that are reshaping the field of rheumatology and improving patient outcomes.
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AI in Health Conference 2026: Shaping the Future of Care (In-Person)
April 21 • UNMC Truhlsen Campus Events Center
This conference brings together faculty, students, and staff from all University of Nebraska campuses, Nebraska Medicine, and Children’s Nebraska to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the health sciences.
This free, one-day conference highlights innovative applications of AI in education, research, and clinical care, showcasing the latest advances through digital and print poster presentations and featuring a keynote speaker. Attendees will gain practical insights, learn strategies for engaging with AI technologies, and discover opportunities to collaborate across disciplines.
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Gut Check 2026: Practical Gastroenterology Updates for Frontline Clinicians (In-Person)
April 28 • UNMC Truhlsen Campus Events Center
This seminar provides a focused update on screening, diagnosis, and management of common gastrointestinal (GI) conditions encountered in primary care. The program highlights recognition of red flag symptoms requiring urgent referral and reviews current guideline-based approaches to Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), hepatitis, and colorectal cancer (CRC) screening.
Participants will gain practical strategies to confidently counsel patients on evolving gastrointestinal therapies and procedures, supporting timely, evidence-based decision-making in frontline clinical practice.
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5th Annual Cancer Risk and Prevention Symposium (Hybrid)
May 8 • Scott Conference Center + Zoom
This symposium, sponsored by the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, brings together multidisciplinary health care professionals to review advances in hereditary cancer risk assessment, genetic evaluation, and precision prevention. The 2026 program focuses on inherited cancer syndromes across solid tumors and hematologic malignancies, with sessions covering updates on Lynch syndrome, Li-Fraumeni syndrome, hereditary hematologic cancers, dermatologic clues to genetic risk, complex family history cases, and practical guidance on breast imaging, screening selection, and legal considerations related to genetic testing. Expert-led, case-based discussions and patient perspectives highlight strategies to translate genetic risk information into coordinated, equitable, and patient-centered prevention and screening practices.
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3rd Annual UNMC Transplant Symposium (In-Person)
May 15-16 • Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downton Old Market
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) continues its commitment to advancing care for individuals with end-stage organ disease and those living with solid organ transplants. With comprehensive programs across all major solid organs, UNMC brings together multidisciplinary expertise to improve outcomes and support the well-being of transplant recipients.
This year’s symposium, centered on “Health and Well-Being of Transplant Recipients,” features expert-led sessions and collaborative discussions.
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PTSD Symposium: The Faces of PTSD (Hybrid)
June 12 • UNO Scott Conference Center + Zoom
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) Department of Neurological Sciences is pleased to offer the second annual full-day post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symposium. This activity will feature local experts in mental health and neurological sciences, offering in-depth discussions on PTSD research and treatment. Presentations will address diagnostic and treatment challenges in the face of medical events and substance use disorders (SUDs), as well as the diagnosis and treatment of PTSD in children and adolescents. The symposium will also highlight expert prescribing practices, review written exposure therapy (WET) delivered in a group setting, and present recent real-world data on sleep assessments in adults with PTSD.
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2026 Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference
July 20-24 • Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii
The Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference (PPLC) is a leading international forum for advancing lymphoma research, clinical practice, and patient care.
PPLC brings together a diverse, multidisciplinary community of medical professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals living with lymphoma. The 2026 program will feature expert-led sessions on emerging science, clinical innovations, and collaborative care strategies. Attendees will engage with thought leaders in hematologic oncology, transplantation, pharmacy, nursing, and research, while exchanging ideas with more than 600 peers from around the world.
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