Friday, February 20, 2026
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location:
Knapp Center for Biomedical Discovery (KCBD)
University of Chicago Medicine
900 East 57th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
Sponsored by Wellness House & UChicago Medicine
CEU Credits Available
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
Join leaders across clinical, community, and supportive oncology settings for a half-day summit focused on advancing equitable cancer care through collaboration and community engagement. The program will explore how supportive oncology and survivorship care are strengthened when we intentionally partner with communities, integrate psychosocial care, and elevate the impact of community health workers.
CONNECT CLINICAL & COMMUNITY EXPERTISE
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Exchange practical knowledge and lived experience
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Advance strategies for culturally responsive care
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Build sustainable partnerships to improve outcomes
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Explore the role of Community Health Workers in the care continuum
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Engage in professional development opportunities
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Inspire action for more compassionate cancer care
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
FEATURED KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Dr. Lorna H. McNeill, PhD, MPH
“Community Engagement to Achieve Health Equity: The Secret Sauce”
Department Chair, Health Disparities Research
Director, Center for Community-Engaged Translational Research
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. McNeill’s transformative work combines science and community engagement to tackle cancer disparities in real-world settings—from churches to clinics. Her research has catalyzed innovative solutions to empower local voices to shape cancer care outcomes.
PROMISING PRACTICES SPOTLIGHT
Real-world models in supportive oncology and survivorship, including psychosocial care, older-adult support, and community health worker programs that address social determinants of health.
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PANEL DISCUSSION
Clinical, community, palliative care, and social work perspectives on delivering equitable, team-based supportive oncology care.
INTERACTIVE NETWORKING LUNCH
Connect with community partners, organizations, and community health workers advancing equity across Chicagoland.
Save the date. Full agenda coming soon.
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Questions? Contact the Wellness Houe team at info@wellnesshouse.org.
