APOS Annual Conference
LEARN. CONNECT. COLLABORATE.
Every year, professionals from across the U.S. and beyond come together to advance the development and delivery of equitable and evidence-based psychosocial oncology care through research, practice, education, and advocacy.
Hotel Information
APOS is pleased to announce the New Orleans Marriott as the host hotel for the 2026 Conference!
The room block is now open to reserve your discounted hotel room but availibility is limited and on a first come first serve basis.
Hotel Location:
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
P: (888)236-2427
2026 Conference
The American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS) was formed to bring together professionals working in the psychological, behavioral and social aspects of cancer. Its mission is to network professionals from all disciplines working in psychosocial oncology. Over five hundred psychosocial oncology professionals gather at APOS' annual conference to share new research and clinical innovations.
Submissions Timeline
| Submission Type | Deadline | Status |
| Symposia Submissions | Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | OPEN |
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Poster/Podium Abstract PREP: Abstract Pre-submission Review Program |
Monday, August 18, 2025 | OPEN |
| Poster/Podium Submissions | Monday, September 8, 2025 | OPEN |
| Early Career Travel Award | Monday, September 8, 2025 | OPEN |
| Honorific Awards | Tuesday, September 29, 2025 | Opens August 1, 2025 |
| Health Equity Scholars | Friday, October 31, 2025 | CLOSED |
| Late-Breaking Posters | Monday, November 17, 2025 | CLOSED |
*All deadlines are 11:59PM Eastern U.S. time zone
*Staff are not available after 5PM ET
We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans!
"I go to a lot of conferences but one thing that keeps me coming back it feels like a family reunion. Everyone is so passionate about advancing psychosocial oncology. And how often do you see early career professionals being highlighted at a conference during a plenary session? I love that!"
- Motolani Adedipe, PhD, MS
Members
States Represented
Professions
Empowering researchers & clinicians in the field of psychosocial oncology for over 30 years.
Why Do Attendees Return Year After Year?
The American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS) invites you to join its thriving network of professionals dedicated to enhancing psychosocial oncology research, education, and clinical practice. With members from diverse backgrounds and expertise spanning various states, APOS fosters a collaborative environment where individuals can connect, share knowledge, and collectively contribute to improving the lives of cancer patients and their families.
