UW Carbone Cancer Conference to Host Keynote Speakers
The 24th annual event will feature insights from lung cancer survivor Molly Crosby on Friday, October 23.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Cancer
The UW Carbone Cancer Center will host its 24th annual fall cancer conference at Monona Terrace on Friday, October 23, 2026. Mason and Molly Crosby, who has recovered from lung cancer, are scheduled to deliver the keynote address.
Why it matters
This conference provides an opportunity for Madison residents to engage with cancer survivors and clinical experts. It serves as a community touchstone for those navigating their own cancer journeys and recovery.
The UW Carbone Cancer Center hosts its 24th annual conference. While the institution provides this recurring forum, the specific clinical data and research insights to be shared remain to be disclosed at the event.
The players
UW Carbone Cancer Center
The comprehensive cancer research and treatment center affiliated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Molly Crosby
A lung cancer survivor and keynote speaker for the event.
Mason Crosby
A keynote speaker and partner participating in the cancer advocacy event.
The details
The conference convenes at Monona Terrace to bring together cancer patients, survivors, and oncology professionals. Keynote speakers Mason and Molly Crosby will share their perspective on navigating a lung cancer diagnosis and recovery process.
Timeline
Friday, October 23, 2026: The conference and keynote speech occur.
Friday, October 23, 2026, at 7 a.m.: Walk-in registration begins.
Health Landscape
This event marks the 24th year of the UW Carbone Cancer Center's commitment to gathering patients and experts to discuss cancer recovery. The conference follows a long-standing pattern of community-focused oncology education in the region.
Residents interested in attending the conference can register starting at 7 a.m. on the morning of the event at Monona Terrace. Those managing a cancer diagnosis may find value in the survivor perspectives shared during the keynote session.
The takeaway
Public forums provide survivors and patients with shared experiences that complement clinical care. If you are navigating a cancer diagnosis, consider asking your oncology team about community resources or educational events that may aid in your long-term recovery.
Further reading
Learn more about local support and research developments in Cancer.
