Cellular Therapy and Bispecific T cell Engager Treatment in Hematologic Malignancies: A Practical Guide

Rosemont, IL US
April 25, 2026

This accredited continuing education activity is a half-day, practice-focused program designed to educate community oncology professionals on the current and evolving role of cellular therapies, including CAR-T cell therapy and bispecific antibodies, in the management of hematologic malignancies. The program emphasizes real-world application, including early patient identification, referral timing, toxicity recognition, shared-care management, and survivorship.

 

This conference is being held in person and virtually.

NOTE: Please note this activity will be presented 8:00am – 12:00pm CST / 9:00am - 1:00pm EST

Target Audience

This course is intended for oncology physicians, surgical oncologists, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, advance practice clinicians, and all other healthcare providers.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this session, learners should be able to:

  1. Describe available cellular therapy platforms and FDA-approved indications.
  2. Identify appropriate patients and optimal referral timing.
  3. Recognize and initiate management of CRS, ICANS, cytopenias, and infections.
  4. Apply shared-care and survivorship strategies post cellular therapy.
  5. Integrate real-world case scenarios into community practice.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    Aurora Health Care is accredited by the Wisconsin Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Aurora Health Care designates this activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 3.75 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
    • 3.50 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 3.75 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)
    Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 3.75 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.
  • 3.75 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
  • 3.75 Physician Associates Credit
    Advocate Health has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 3.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Course opens: 
01/06/2026
Course expires: 
12/31/2026
Event starts: 
04/25/2026 - 8:00am CDT
Event ends: 
04/25/2026 - 12:00pm CDT
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8:00 – 8:10am CST/ 9:00 – 8:10am EST

Welcome & Program Overview of Cellular Therapy Landscape

Yogesh Jethava, MD

Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant; Advocate Health and Hospitals

8:10 – 8:45am CST/9:10 – 9:45am EST

 

Cellular Therapy 101: CAR-T, bispecific antibodies, FDA-approved indications, emerging therapies

Yogesh S. Jethava, MD

Physician Hematology Oncology - Hematology/Oncology; Advocate Health and Hospitals

 

8:45 – 9:30am CST/ 9:45 – 10:30am EST

 

Toxicity Recognition & Management

Syed Abutalib, MD

Physician Hematology Oncology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center

 

9:30 – 9:45am CST/10:30 – 10:45am EST

Break

 

9:45 – 10:30am CST/10:45 – 11:30am EST

Lymphoma: CAR T/ Bi-specific: LBCL, Follicular Lymphoma, ALL

Dr. Sherjeel Sana, MD

Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

10:30 – 11:15am CST/11:30 – 12:15pm EST

Myeloma: CAR T/ Bi-specific

Dr. Emeke Uzoka, MD

Physician Bone Marrow Transplant - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

 

11:15 – 11:45am CST/12:15 – 12:45pm EST

Panel Discussion and Q&A

Shams Bufalino, MD

Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital,

Amber Seba, MD

Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Health and Hospitals

Sandeep Chanduri, MD

Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Health and Hospitals

Imran Nizamuddin, MD

Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center

Mouhammed Kelta, MD

Physician, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center

 

12:00 pm CST/1:00 pm EST

Lunch

The Rose Hotel or Virtual
5200 Pearl Street
Rosemont, IL 60018
United States

Parking & Arrival Information

Faculty
 

Speakers

  • Yogesh S Jethava MD, FACP; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant, Advocate Health and Hospitals
  • Sherjeel Sana, MD; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Emeke Uzoka, MD; Physician Bone Marrow Transplant - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Shams Bufalino, MD; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Amber Seba, MD; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Health and Hospitals
  • Sandeep Chunduri, MD; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Health and Hospitals
  • Imran Nizamuddin, MD; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center
  • Syed A Abutalib, MD; Physician Hematology Oncology - Hematology/Oncology, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center
  • Mouhammed Kelta, MD; Physician, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center

Planning Team Members

  • Yogesh S Jethava MD, FACP; Physician Oncology & Hematology - Hematology/Oncology: Bone Marrow Transplant, Advocate Health and Hospitals
  • Jamie Cairo DNP, AOCNP; Director Clinical Program Development - Clinical Services: System Cancer Program, Aurora Medical Group
  • Peter Stuessy Pharm.D. BCOP; Manager Pharmacy - Pharmacy: Oncology Administration, Advocate Health
  • Kathryn Wilson, BSN RN OCN; Supervisor, Oncology Services, Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center
  • David Gerard, APNP; Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Specialty Non-Procedural - Hematology/Oncology, Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center
  • Allison Hardin, PA-C; Physician Assistant Specialty Non-Procedural - Hematology/Oncology, Aurora Kenosha Cancer Center

Disclosure

Faculty disclosures are being reviewed and will be presented to the audience in advance of the program.

 

Accreditation Statement
 

In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Credit Statement(s)
 

American Medical Association (AMA) 
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) 
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum 3.75 hours of CPE credit for pharmacists. CPE credit can be claimed on the AAH CE platform within 60 days of activity completion and information will be provided to CPE Monitor. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 
Pharmacy UAN: JA0006327-0000-26-035-L01-P

American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
Advocate Health has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 3.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Available Credit

  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    Aurora Health Care is accredited by the Wisconsin Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Aurora Health Care designates this activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 3.75 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
    • 3.50 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 3.75 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)
    Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 3.75 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.
  • 3.75 Continuing Pharmacy Education (CPE)
    Aurora Health Care Department of Pharmacy Services is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
  • 3.75 Physician Associates Credit
    Advocate Health has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 3.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

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