SSO 2026 HPB Recap

SSO 2026 HPB Recap

In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Dr. Rebecca Snyder from the UT MD Anderson Cancer Center and Dr. Patricio Polanco from Atrium Health Wake Forest School of Medicine, from the HPB disease site working group, are joined by Dr. Katrina Duncan from The University of British Columbia and Dr. David Caba-Molina from RUHS-UC-R and Loma Linda University Health System. On today's episode, we will be discussing some of the most exciting HPB-related research and topics discussed at this year's annual SSO meeting. SSO 2026 Abstract Supplement: https://surgonc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SSO-2026-Annual-Meeting-Supplement.pdf [https://surgonc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SSO-2026-Annual-Meeting-Supplement.pdf]

ASO Article Series: "PancreaSeq Genomic Classifier (PancreaSeq GC) Improves Pancreatic Cyst Classification and Detection of Advanced Neoplasia: A Multi-institutional Validation Study"

In this new episode of Speaking of SurgOnc, Dr. Rick Greene & Dr. Aatur Singhi discuss the article: "PancreaSeq Genomic Classifier (PancreaSeq GC) Improves Pancreatic Cyst Classification and Detection of Advanced Neoplasia: A Multi-institutional Validation Study" from the April 2026 issue of the Annals of Surgical Oncology.

Omitting Regional Nodal Irradiation after Response to neoadjuvant Chemotherapy

In this episode, breast surgeons Drs. Abbott, Giacomo, Kantor, and Specht are joined by radiation oncologist Dr. Rachel Jimenez to discuss the evolving role of regional nodal irradiation and the potential for its omission in selected patients. Drawing on recent findings from the NSABP B-51 trial, the panel explores how these data can be applied in real-world clinical practice. Through patient case scenarios, they highlight key considerations for treatment decision-making and emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to optimizing patient care.

SOI Article Series: "Propensity score–weighted analysis of neoadjuvant therapy versus upfront surgical resection in patients with biliary tract cancers"

In this episode of SurgOnc Today's Surgical Oncology Insight series, Dr. Adam Yopp discusses with Dr. Marina Baretti her paper: "Propensity score–weighted analysis of neoadjuvant therapy versus upfront surgical resection in patients with biliary tract cancers."

Resident and Medical Student Committee: Journeys in Breast Surgical Oncology

On this episode of SurgOnc Today, Dr. Tari King and Dr. Austin Williams join Dr. Kara Button to discuss their paths into breast surgical oncology, from early training and pivotal mentorship moments to the decisions that shaped their careers. We explore how each navigated the transition from training to practice, how their definitions of success have evolved over time, and what has guided the roles they've chosen to take on, or step away from. They also reflect on the realities of day-to-day practice, how they structure their clinical and academic work, and what surprises them most about life as a breast surgical oncologist. Finally, they share advice for medical students and residents interested in the field, including how to find meaningful mentorship, build early experiences, and think intentionally about training and career decisions.