Aurora, CO
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
August 7, 2026


Advancing Precision Oncology (APO) Presents:

Peak Perspectives in Cutaneous Oncology

Aurora, CO
August  7, 2026

Advancing Innovation in Cutaneous Oncology Through Collaboration and Discovery

Advancing Precision Oncology (APO), an initiative of Advancing Precision Medicine (APM), is proud to present the inaugural Peak Perspectives in Cutaneous Oncology, taking place in Aurora, Colorado, in partnership with the University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center. 

Chaired by Dr. Sapna Patel, Dr. William Robinson Endowed Chair in Cancer Research and Director of the Cutaneous Oncology and Cell Therapy for Solid Tumors Programs at the University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center, this special one-day meeting will bring together distinguished national and international experts in melanoma and cutaneous oncology for a focused program highlighting emerging advances, evolving treatment strategies, and multidisciplinary perspectives shaping the future of skin cancer care.

The inaugural conference will also serve as a special celebration honoring the extraordinary career and contributions of Dr. William Robinson, whose longstanding leadership, mentorship, and dedication to melanoma research and patient care have profoundly impacted the field and generations of clinicians and investigators.

Designed to foster collaboration and meaningful discussion among clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals, the program will feature expert-led presentations and discussions addressing advances in melanoma therapeutics, immunotherapy, translational research, rare cutaneous malignancies, and precision medicine approaches in oncology.

Peak Perspectives in Cutaneous Oncology aims to provide a unique educational experience while recognizing and celebrating Dr. Robinson’s tremendous contributions to the advancement of melanoma care and research.

Continuing education credits (CME/CE/CPE and ABPath MOC) are planned for this activity. Complimentary registration, meals, and parking are provided to support broad participation and access to this important educational program.

Agenda

Event Partner

August 7, 2026
7:00 AMRegistration & Check-in
7:55 AMWelcome
8:00 AMPrimary Treatment Methods
8:30 AMAdjuvant & Neoadjuvant Therapy
9:00 AMFrontline Metastatic Standards
9:30 AMCNS Disease
10:00 AMBreakfast/Exhibits
10:30 AMNon-CME Session
11:10 AMBreak/Exhibits
11:40 AMSurgery for Metastatic Disease
12:10 PMMohs Surgery
12:40 PMCell Therapy as an Emerging Treatment
1:10 PMImmunotherapy Toxicity
1:40 PMLunch/Exhibits
2:10 PMNon-CME Session
2:50 PMBreak/Exhibits
3:20 PMBiomarkers/Incorporation of ctDNA in the Disease Spectrum
3:50 PMNon-Melanoma Skin Cancers
4:20 PMThe Basic Science of Rare Melanoma
4:50 PMUveal Melanoma
5:10 PMWrap-Up Panel Discussion
5:30 PMA Celebration of Dr. William Robinson’s Legacy

Speakers

CHAIR

Sapna Patel, MD

Director, Cutaneous Oncology and Cell Therapy for Solid Tumors Programs
University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center

Mariah Brown, MD, FAAD, FACMS

Board-Certified Dermatologist
Board-Certified Micrographic and Dermatologic Surgeon
Cherry Hills Dermatology

Brian Cervenka, MD

Assistant Professor
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

Kasey Couts, PhD

Co-Director
CU Center for Rare Melanomas

Christina Davis, PharmD, BCOP

Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist
University of Colorado Cancer Center

Mark B. Faries, MD

Head of Surgical Oncology
Co-Director of the Melanoma Program
The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Affiliate

Ali Farmer, BSN, RN-BC

Cellular Therapy Nurse Coordinator
University of Colorado Hospital

Caleb Freeman, MD

Assistant Professor of Dermatology
University of Colorado School of Medicine

Christoffer Gebhardt, MD

Professor, Head of Skin Cancer Center
Vice Head of Department of Dermatology
University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), Hamburg, Germany

Axel Hauschild, MD

Head, Skin Cancer Trial Center
University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Germany

Maximilian Julve, MBBS

Medical Oncologist
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine (Oncology)
Stanford University School of Medicine

Ryan Lanning, MD, PhD

Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology
University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

Martin D. McCarter MD

Gary, Debbie, and Brandon Mandelbaum Endowed Chair in Melanoma Research
Surgical Program Director, Esophageal and Gastric Multidisciplinary Program
University of Colorado School of Medicine
University of Colorado Cancer Center

Isabella C. Glitza Oliva, MD, PhD, MS

Professor & Deputy Department Chair
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Marlana Orloff, MD

Alexander & Johnston Family Endowed Clinical Director, Uveal Melanoma
Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University

Shyam Raghavan, MD

Associate Professor of Pathology
Associate Professor - Dermatopathology and Gastrointestinal Pathology
University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

Carissa Thomas, MD, PhD, FACS

Associate Professor
Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

Joshua A. Wisell, MD

Associate Professor, Pathology
Director of Dermatopathology and Director of Quality for Anatomic Pathology
University of Colorado School of Medicine

THE LOCATION

Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard
Aurora, Colorado, 80019

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