Whole Person Care in an Evolving World
August 12-13, 2027
California State University San Marcos | San Marcos, California
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Join educators, researchers, clinicians, students, and healthcare professionals for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection focused on advancing palliative care education and research.

Agenda at a Glance
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Thursday, August 12th: Day 1
9 - 11:30 am: Pre-symposium workshops
(additional registration & fee required) -- Lunch provided for workshop attendees only from 11:30 am -12:30 pm.
1 - 2:30 pm: Welcome & Opening Plenary Session
2:30 - 3pm: Howell Award Ceremony
3:15 - 4:15 pm: Breakout Session 1
4:30 - 5:30 pm: Breakout Session 2
Friday, August 13th: Day 2
8:30 - 9:15 am: Breakfast & Poster Session
9:15 am: Day 2 Welcome
9:30 - 10:30 am: Breakout Session 3
10:45 am - 12 pm: Plenary Session & Closing Remarks

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