35th Annual International Prostate Cancer Update

Vail, Colorado
February 9-12, 2025

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GRU Presents the 35th International Prostate Cancer Update

The International Prostate Cancer Update (IPCU), is a multi-day, CME-accredited conference focused on new developments in prostate cancer treatment, diagnosis, and prevention. IPCU 35 will feature lectures, interactive discussions, panel roundtables, debates, and case reports. This conference is led by expert physicians and is designed for urologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.

The goal of this educational program is to equip healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer with the up-to-date clinical knowledge and tools they need to best treat their patients. The program will discuss the treatment of prostate cancer from diagnosis to treating advanced and metastatic disease. The conference aims to give physicians exposure to a comprehensive review of treating prostate cancer patients and to give them a chance to discuss the issues with peers and experts.

Co-Program Director

John W. Davis, MD, FACS

John W. Davis, MD, FACS

John W. Davis, MD, FACS
UT M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas

Co-Program Director

Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS

Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS

Dana Farber Brigham Cancer Centers and Harvard Medical School
Boston, Massachusetts

Agenda

The International Prostate Cancer Update offers a comprehensive update on the treatment of prostate cancer. Join us from February 9-12, 2025, in Vail, Colorado.

This is a working agenda and subject to change. Please check back often for the latest updates.

“Note: All industry activities will be held in a separate room.”

TimeCourse TitleSpeaker(s)
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2025 (ALL TIMES MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME)
12:00pm–2:00pmIPCU 35 RegistrationCascade Ballroom E
 1:00pm-7:30pmExhibits OpenCascade Foyer
2:00pm–2:15pmWelcome and Opening RemarksJohn W. Davis, MD and Peter F. Orio III, DO
2:15pm–3:30pmSession 1: TechCon: Novel and New Technologies in Prostate CancerModerators: John W. Davis, MD and Andrew Hahn, MD
2:15pm–2:30pmUpdate on Telesurgery and Novel Robotic SystemsDavid Albala, MD
2:30pm-2:45pmTransurethral Ultrasound Ablation: Using Directional Ultrasound to Treat Prostate CancerChristian P. Pavlovich, MD
2:45pm-3:00pmCurrent Advances of Liquid Biopsies in Prostate CancerEdwin M. Posadas, MD
3:00pm-3:15pmMRI-Assisted Radiosurgery (MARS) Outcomes for High-Risk and Salvage Prostate Cancer TreatmentSteven J. Frank, MD
3:15pm-3:45pmPanel Discussion
3:45pm–4:00pmBreak and Visit ExhibitsCascade Foyer
4:00pm–7:30pmIPCU Welcome Reception and “Super” Watch PartyCascade Ballroom and Foyer
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2025 (ALL TIMES MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME)
7:00am-11:00amExhibits OpenCascade Foyer
7:00am–7:10amIntroductory RemarksJohn W. Davis, MD and Peter F. Orio III, DO
7:10am–8:30amSession 2: Molecular Targeted Imaging (MTI)Moderators: A. Oliver Sartor, MD and Brian Helfand, MD, PhD
7:10am-7:25amImaging in Biochemical Recurrent DiseaseChristian P. Pavlovich, MD
7:25am-7:40amOptimizing Utilization of PSMA PETDavid M. Albala, MD
7:40am-7:55amOligometastatic PCa in the PSMA PET EraAndrew W. Hahn, MD
7:55am-8:10amReducing Imaging Denials: LUGPA PerspectivesRonald P. Kaufman, Jr., MD, FACS
8:10am-8:30amPanel Discussion
8:30am–9:30amIndustry-Supported Educational Breakfast ProgramGore BallroomA GnRH Antagonist Treatment Option for Advanced Prostate CancerSpeaker: Damian N. Sorce, MD
9:30am–9:50amBreak & Visit Exhibits
10:00am–11:00amSession 3: Advances in Testing and DiagnosisModerator: Leonard G. Gomella, MD
10:00am-10:15amUpdate: Studies Combining Secondary Biomarkers and MRILeonard G. Gomella, MD
10:15am-10:30amBiopsy Updates--Do We Have Clarity?Ronald P. Kaufman, Jr., MD, FACS
10:15am-10:30amBiopsy Updates--Do We Have Clarity?Ronald P. Kaufman, Jr., MD, FACS
10:30am-10:45amUpdated Secondary Biomarkers: Impact on Guidelines Based PracticeChristian P. Pavlovich, MD
10:45am-11:00amPanel Discussion
11:00am–3:00pmFree Time / Attendee Interaction
3:00pm–4:00pmTop Abstract PresentationsAbstract Speakers
4:00pm–4:30pmBreak & Visit Exhibits
4:30pm–5:45pmSession 4: Germline, Molecular Detection, and ScreeningModerator: Charles W. Ryan, MD
4:30pm-4:45pmIdentification and Management of High Risk Screening PopulationsBrian T. Helfand, MD, PhD
4:45pm-5:00pmManagement Decisions From Germline TestingLeonard G. Gomella, MD
5:00pm-5:15pmUpdates on Global Screening Trials: Where Are We Headed Next?R. Jonathan Henderson, MD
5:15pm-5:30pmGrade Group 1 at Biopsy: Do We Need to Know More?John W. Davis, MD
5:30pm-5:45pmPanel Discussion
5:45pm–6:00pmPresentation of Selected Abstracts
6:00pm–6:20pmAlan Partin LectureSpeaker TBD
6:15pm–6:55pmPanel DiscussionModerators: Leonard G. Gomella, MD and Brian T. Helfand, MD, PhD
6:20pm–7:00pmBiomarker RoundtableModerators: Leonard G. Gomella, MD and Brian T. Helfand, MD, PhD
7:00pm–9:00pmPrivate Faculty DinnerPowell Room
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025 (ALL TIMES MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME)
7:00am–8:15amSession 5: Approaches in Localized Prostate CancerModerator: Peter F. Orio III, DO
7:00am–7:15amThe Undecided PCA Consult: Optimized Counseling, Treatment Choices, Avoiding Decision RegretJonathan O. Tward, MD
7:15am-7:30amHighest Impact Technique Updates in Radiation TherapySteven J. Frank, MD
7:30am-7:45amProton Photon TrialJason Efstathiou, MD, DPHIL, FASTRO, FACRO
7:45am-8:00amLessons Learned from High Impact Randomized TrialsMira Keyes, MD, FRCPC
8:00am-8:15amPanel Discussion
8:15am–9:15amIndustry-Supported Educational Breakfast ProgramSpeaker TBD
9:15am–9:30amBreak & Visit ExhibitsCascade Foyer
9:30am-10:00amBrian J. Moran Distinguished LectureBrian J. Davis, MD, PhD
10:00am–11:00amSession 6: Focal TherapyModerator: John W. Davis, MD
10:00am-10:15amFocal Therapy Clinical Trials: Concepts and ChallengesSteven J. Frank, MD
10:15am-10:30amRecurrent versus Persistent Disease ManagementBrian T. Helfand, MD, PhD
10:30am-10:45amFocal Curious? How to Add Focal Therapy to Your PracticeChristian P. Pavlovich, MD
10:45am-11:00amPanel Discussion
11:00am–3:30pmFree Time / Attendee Interaction
3:30pm–4:15pmProstate Cancer in Veterans RoundtableModerator: Peter F. Orio III, DOPanelists: Mike “Bing” Crosby, Steven J. Frank, MD, Charles W. Ryan, MD, Peter J. Rossi, MD
3:15pm–4:00pmIndustry-supported Educational Program TBD
4:15pm–4:30pmBreak & Visit ExhibitsCascade Foyer
4:30pm–5:40pmSession 7: High Risk Localized and Oligometastatic DiseaseModerator: Charles W. Ryan, MD
4:30pm-4:45pmPelvic Lymph Node Management: Surgical ApproachBrian J. Davis, MD, PhD
4:45pm-5:00pmPelvic Lymph Node Management: Radiation ApproachJason A. Efstathiou, MD, DPhil
5:00pm-5:15pmStaging Updates: Whole Body MRI, PSMA PETBrian T. Helfand, MD, PhD
5:15pm-5:30pmADT and Radiation TherapyMira Keyes, MD
5:30pm–5:45pmPanel Discussion
5:40pm–5:45pmSession 7 Selected Abstracts
5:45pm–6:55pmSession 8: Advanced Prostate Cancer: Part 1Moderator: Brian J. Davis, MD, PhD
5:45pm-6:00pmmHSPC and Clinical Trials UpdateTanya B. Dorff, MD
6:00pm-6:15pmPARP Inhibitor UpdateDaniel P. Petrylak, MD
6:15pm-6:30pmPSMA Targeted TherapiesA. Oliver Sartor, MD
6:30pm-6:45pmAdvanced PCa Clinics: LUGPA PerspectiveRonald P. Kaufman, Jr., MD, FACS
6:45pm-7:00pmPanel Discussion
7:00pm–8:00pm35th Anniversary Networking Reception and Awards ProgramHosts: John W. Davis, MD and Peter F. Orio III, DO
EveningAttendees On Own
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 (ALL TIMES MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME)
7:00am–8:15amSession 9: Advanced Prostate Cancer: Part 2Moderator: Tanya B. Dorff, MD
7:00am–7:15amARPI Combinations in First Line mCRPCCTanya B. Dorff, MD
7:15am-7:30amWhen and How to RadiateJason A. Efstathiou, MD, DPhil
7:30am-7:45amFuture of AR-Directed TherapyAndrew W. Hahn, MD
7:45am-8:00amOngoing Clinical Trials UpdateDaniel P. Petrylak, MD
8:00am-8:15amPanel Discussion
8:15am–9:15amIndustry-Supported Educational Breakfast ProgramGore BallroomSpeaker: Brian T. Helfand, MD, PhD
9:15am–9:30amBreak & Visit ExhibitsCascade Foyer
9:30am–10:30amSession 10: What’s Next for Prostate Cancer?Moderator: Peter F. Orio III, DO
10:00am–10:05amRemarks on IPCU 35 and Plans IPCU 36John W. Davis, MD
9:30am-9:45amA Review of Prostate Cancer Perirectal SpacersJonathan O. Tward, MD
9:45am-10:00amPrediction of Extraprostatic Disease: Updates on Neurosafe, Histologic Scanner, and Conventional Nomograms/ImagingDavid M. Albala, MD
10:00am-10:30amExpert Panel: Which Patients Do You Struggle With the Most, and What Makes You Sweat?Moderator: John W. Davis, MDPanelists: David M. Albala, MD, Tanya B. Dorff, MD, R. Jonathan Henderson, MD, Daniel P. Petrylak, MD, Jonathan O. Tward, MD
10:20am–10:30amClosing Remarks and Plans for IPCU 36Peter F. Orio III, DO

Invited Faculty

John W. Davis, MD

John W. Davis, MD

Co-Program Director

Bio
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas

Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS

Peter F. Orio III, DO, MS

Co-Program Director

Bio
Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center
Harvard Medical School
Boston, Massachusetts

David M. Albala, MD

David M. Albala, MD

Bio
Crouse Hospital and Associated Medical Professionals
Syracuse, New York

Brian J. Davis, MD, PhD

Brian J. Davis, MD, PhD

Bio
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota

Tanya B. Dorff, MD

Tanya B. Dorff, MD

Bio
City of Hope
Duarte, California

Jason A. Efstathiou, MD, DPhil

Jason A. Efstathiou, MD, DPhil

Bio
Harvard Medical School
Boston, Massachusetts

Steven J. Frank, MD

Steven J. Frank, MD

Bio
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas

Leonard G. Gomella, MD, FACS

Leonard G. Gomella, MD, FACS

Bio
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Andrew W. Hahn, MD

Andrew W. Hahn, MD

Bio
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas

Brian T. Helfand, MD, PhD

Brian T. Helfand, MD, PhD

Bio
North Shore University Health System
Evanston, Illinois

R. Jonathan Henderson, MD

R. Jonathan Henderson, MD

Bio
Arkansas Urology
Little Rock, Arkansas

Mira Keyes, MD, FACS

Mira Keyes, MD, FACS

Bio
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia

Christian P. Pavlovich, MD

Christian P. Pavlovich, MD

Bio
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland

Daniel P. Petrylak, MD

Daniel P. Petrylak, MD

Bio
Yale University Cancer Center
New Haven, Connecticut

Edwin M. Posadas, MD

Edwin M. Posadas, MD

Bio
Cedars-Sinai
Los Angeles, California

Peter J. Rossi, MD

Peter J. Rossi, MD

Bio
Valley View Hospital
Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Charles J. Ryan, MD

Charles J. Ryan, MD

Bio
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York

A. Oliver Sartor, MD

A. Oliver Sartor, MD

Bio
Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center
Rochester, Minnesota

Jonathan D. Tward, MD, PhD, FASTRO

Jonathan D. Tward, MD, PhD, FASTRO

Bio
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah

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Accommodations

Grand Hyatt Vail
1300 Westhaven Drive
Vail, CO 81657

Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, along the banks of Gore Creek, Grand Hyatt Vail is located in the heart of Vail Valley and within walking distance of Vail Village. This ski-in/ski-out luxury resort features bold, vibrant architecture inspired by its scenic locale and welcoming service, with exclusive amenities ideal for travelers and adventure seekers alike. Elevate your experience with any of our year-round activities, including endless trails of hiking, biking, skiing/snowboarding, and much more!

CONFERENCE ATTIRE:
Attire is business casual. Since meeting room temperatures and personal comfort levels vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the educational activities.

ROOM RESERVATIONS:
To make hotel reservations for this conference, you MUST first complete a registration for the conference using the link below:

Your registration confirmation email will provide information on contacting the conference planning staff to access the room block.

 

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ROOM RATES:

King Bed – $469
2 Queen Beds – $489

Daily Resort Fee: $30 per night

A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. A 50% Room and tax Deposit is due at the time of booking. You can cancel your reservation and receive a full refund 30 days prior to your arrival.

Our in-house reservations team would be happy to assist if you need assistance with your booking. We can be reached at 800-593-0294 between 8:00am-4:30pm MST Monday through Friday

Transportation

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation to and from the airport can be made via the following:
https://www.epicmountainexpress.com/
https://www.aspenvaillimo.com/about-blinexpress/

Lyft and Uber now servicing Eagle County Regional Airport
https://www.vailvalleypartnership.com/2022/05/lyft-and-uber-now-servicing-eagle-county-regional-airport/

PARKING:
Nightly Valet Parking: $55 per vehicle

Activities

Snowmobiling

Tour begins just 5 minutes from the heart of Vail Village. The expansive terrain has open meadows, daily groomed trails, winding single-track, and stunning views. Guides have years of experience snowmobiling and navigating the terrain. Two-hour, half-day, and private tours are available.

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Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snowshoeing

The Grand Hyatt Vail ski rental shop is a ski valet location for all of our guests, situated right next to the Vail Cascade lift. A true luxury ski-in/ski-out experience where you will be greeted with a warm beverage and toasty boots in the ski lounge next to the fireplace. They will even carry your skis to and from the chair lift.

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Dog Sledding

Take a breathtaking adventure through the snow on a dog sled. These magnificent huskies will “mush” you through the backcountry scenery on a two-person sled. Contact our Concierge Team at 970.476.1234 for more details.

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Ice fishing and Winter Fly-Fishing

Ice fishing and Winter Fly-Fishing in the High Country of the Colorado Rockies are unique activities and a great way to get out and enjoy the winter landscape. You never know what is going to bite below the ice when you’re located on a great pinnacle or ledge just off the deep shoreline. Speak with our concierge at 970.476.1234 about booking this experience.

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Snow Tubing at Epic Discovery

Fly down the tubing course at the top of Vail Mountain with Vail’s Epic Discovery. Located at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Vail’s Epic Disocovery is located 19.6 miles away from the hotel.

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Snow Coach Tours

This heated adventure is perfect for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the Rockies in the winter! Travel in warmth and comfort in a fully enclosed, heated vehicle that maneuvers over the snow. Enjoy views of the White River National Forest. Nova Guides is located 19.6 miles away from the hotel.

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CME Information

In support of improving patient care, this activity will be planned and implemented by Medical Education Resources (MER) and Carden Jennings Publishing. MER 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 healthcare teams.

Physician Credit: Medical Education Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nursing Credit: Medical Education Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 13 ANCC nursing contact hours. Nurses will be awarded contact hours upon successful completion of the activity.

Medical Education Resources is a provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for 13 contact hours.

Physician Assistant Credit: Medical Education Resources has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 13 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits. Physician Assistants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Pharmacy Credit: Medical Education Resources (MER) designates this continuing education activity for 13 contact hours (1.3 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. (Universal Program Number – JA 0003680-9999-25-051-L01-P)

This activity is certified as Knowledge based CPE.

Disclosure of All Financial Relationships
Medical Education Resources ensures balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all our educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies all financial relationships with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Reported financial relationships are mitigated by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CE activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. MER is committed to providing learners with high-quality CE activities that promote improvements or quality in health care and not the business interest of an ineligible company.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Medical Education Resources (MER) and Carden Jennings Publishing, Co., Ltd. MER 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

Registration

By registering for this conference, you agree to our standard Conference Registration and Attendance Terms and Conditions agreement, which is available online at: Conference Registration and Attendance Terms and Conditions.

REGISTRATION NOTES:
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Requests for registration refunds must be received by email at meetings@grandroundsinurology.com by at least 30 business days before the activity begins (December 31, 2024). Requests received after the refund deadline will not be processed. Cancellations are subject to a $100 administrative fee deducted from the registration fee paid to cover guarantees and other expenses. Requests should be emailed to meetings@grandroundsinurology.com. The organizer reserves the right to cancel activities not less than 10 business days before the scheduled date if extenuating circumstances make it necessary. Registrants will be notified by email given at registration.

Abstract Submission

1. When is the abstract submission deadline?
January 6, 2025

2. What are the submission guidelines?
When submitting your abstract, please follow these formatting guidelines:

  1. Include a title
  2. Maximum of 500 words
  3. Single-spaced
  4. 10-point font
  5. Times New Roman
  6. Author names must be spelled out
  7. List the institution, city, state, country, and e-mail address of the presenting author
  8. To submit your abstract, e-mail your document to Nedra Blick at nblick@cjp.com and Amy Collier at acollier@cjp.com.

3. How will the posters be displayed?
After your abstract is submitted and approved, please send a recording (3 minutes or shorter, MP4 or MOV format) to acollier@cjp.com of someone presenting the poster. This is usually done by an author of the abstract, but is not required. Zoom has an easy self-recording option with screen share for the abstract slides. Please also send bio information about the presenter of the abstract.

4. Who can give the oral poster presentation?
Anyone involved with the poster; does not need to be a lead investigator or healthcare provider. However, please provide the name of the presenter to us in advance, by January 5, if possible.

5. Are the poster sessions CME accredited?
No

6. I have other questions, who can I contact?
Greg at acollier@cjp.com

NOTE: The posters will also be printed in an abstract book. Along with the abstract slide image itself, text similar to the following will be printed in the abstract book:

Support Opportunities

To inquire about support opportunities, please contact:

Marc Weathersby, Chief Commercial Officer
Tel:434-817-2000, x193  •  Cell: 434-989-5508
Fax 434-817-2020  •  mweathersby@cjp.com

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Jointly provided by Medical Education Resources (MER) and Carden Jennings Publishing Co., Ltd.

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