In this episode of 'Conversations in Lung Cancer Research,' host A/Prof Surein Arulananda (Medical Oncologist, Monash Health) is joined by members of the Local Organising Committee to provide an exclusive preview of the 2026 TOGA Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM). The panel discusses the most anticipated sessions, emerging themes in thoracic oncology, and the evolving landscape of lung cancer care in Australia and New Zealand.

(00:00) Welcome and Acknowledgement

(00:40) Meet the Panel

(01:21) Nursing Priorities

(02:09) Precision Survivorship

(03:25) Respiratory Viewpoint

(05:22) Nodule Management

(06:46) Radiation Oncology Sessions

(09:22) Must See Immunotherapy

(11:42) Small Cell Spotlight

(12:45) One Session for Everyone

(14:45) Debates and AI

(17:30) Closing Thanks

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Thoracic Oncology Group of Australasia Limited acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait cultures; and to Elders past and present.