Between Nov. 20 - 22, more than 250 colorectal cancer experts, thought leaders, and advocates from across the nation convened in Fort Worth, TX for the American Cancer Society National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (ACS NCCRT) Annual Meeting.
This year’s ACS NCCRT meeting saw record attendance, with attendees hailing from more than 225 member organizations. Participants shared ideas, innovations, and strategies for achieving their shared goal of reaching colorectal cancer (CRC) screening rates of 80% in every community.
Presenters covered a wide range of topics, including:
- Trends in colorectal cancer screening rates
- Actions to promote health equity
- Updates on early-age onset disease
- Advances in colorectal cancer treatment
- Profiles of success from community health centers and health systems
The ACS NCCRT also engaged participants in identifying opportunities and strategizing around how the roundtable can improve outcomes across the colorectal cancer continuum beyond its historical focus on screening.
Lisa C. Richardson, MD, MPH, was presented with the ACS NCCRT Distinguished National Leadership Award by ACS NCCRT Chair, Dr. Steven Itzkowitz. As Director of the Division of Cancer Prevention and Control at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and an ACS NCCRT Steering Committee member, Dr. Richardson has been at the forefront of advancing cancer screening across the nation.
Many thanks to the ACS NCCRT team for making this meeting possible, including Kaitlin Sylvester, Emily Bell, and Aubree Thelen.
