Mississippi Lung Cancer Roundtable

05/14/2026

Thank you to all who were instrumental in passing the Biomarker Testing bill now known as Jill's Law.

05/14/2026

Thank you to our partner, MAFP, for providing this webinar on lung cancer screening!

Early detection saves lives. Join the Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians for a FREE 1-hour CME webinar focused on advancing evidence-based lung cancer screening practices through low-dose CT.

This educational session will help primary care providers:
• Identify eligible patients for low-dose CT screening
• Recognize barriers preventing wider screening adoption
• Improve screening access for underserved populations
• Communicate the importance of lung cancer screening to patients
Don’t miss this important opportunity to strengthen preventive care and improve patient outcomes on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

To receive the ZOOM link, registration is required. Simply click the link here to register: https://deceraclinical.com/education/events/early-detection-of-lung-cancer/early-detection-of-lung-cancer/27309-50060

04/30/2026

Thank you to all who attended Tuesday night’s multidisciplinary lung cancer panel in Biloxi. It was truly an exceptional evening, and we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to host this important discussion. A huge thank you to AstraZeneca for your generous support.

We also want to express our appreciation to the outstanding panelists for sharing their time, expertise, and energy. The discussion was incredibly impactful, and the strong turnout speaks volumes about the importance of this work and the respect they each bring to their field. The ability to collaborate across disciplines and engage so thoughtfully with attendees created a dynamic and meaningful experience for everyone in the room. A special shout‑out to Dr. Brian Persing for his exceptional moderating skills, for helping bring the panel together, and for his ongoing dedication to the MSLCRT.

Thank you again to all attendees for your commitment as we continue to move the needle by advancing awareness, strengthening care coordination, and ultimately making a real difference for patients and families across our state.

04/27/2026

Excited about our lung cancer panel taking place tomorrow in Biloxi! Thank you AstraZeneca for making this meeting possible and to all the panelists for sharing their expertise. Registration is required!!

Please join the Mississippi Lung Cancer Roundtable for a lung cancer multidisciplinary panel discussion on April 28, 2026, in Biloxi, MS. Doors open at 5:30PM and program is from 6:00-7:30PM at Patio 44- 124 Main St, Biloxi, MS 39530. Registration REQUIRED. Please share with your networks! We are excited to bring together a multidisciplinary panel of experts to explore how we can strengthen lung cancer care across the continuum—from early detection to treatment and survivorship. By collaborating across specialties, we can identify gaps, share best practices, and improve outcomes for patients. Thank you to Dr. Brian Persing for moderating and to our amazing list of panelists. We also want to thank AstraZeneca for making this meeting possible. Please reach out to [email protected] with questions. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gsF_Vym4

04/20/2026

Proud to have Dr. Koch on the MSLCRT!

04/14/2026

The MSLCRT was honored to publicly recognize Dr. Brian Persing at the recent Gulf Coast Oncology Summit for his dedication to advancing lung cancer care and improving outcomes for patients and families across Mississippi. Dr. Persing embodies the qualities of a true Lung Cancer Champion through outstanding leadership, compassionate care, and unwavering dedication to his patients. In addition to his clinical excellence, Dr. Persing has played a pivotal leadership role in the Mississippi Lung Cancer Roundtable, where his expertise and vision have helped shape our statewide efforts to address disparities and strengthen lung cancer outcomes across the state. Thank you, Dr. Brian Persing for your leadership, your compassion, and for all you do to advance the fight against lung cancer in Mississippi.

04/11/2026

Dr. Caroline Compretta, Associate Director of Community Outreach and Engagement at the University of Mississippi Medical Center talking about barriers to care at the Gulf Coast Oncology Summit

04/11/2026

Dr. Davika Das with the University of Mississippi Medical Center speaking today about Small Cell Lung Cancer at the meeting! Mississippi is fortunate to have her expertise and we’re grateful for her leadership and dedication to advancing lung cancer care.

04/11/2026

Thankful to be a part of the Gulf Coast Hematology and Oncology Summit.

04/09/2026

Please join the Mississippi Lung Cancer Roundtable for a lung cancer multidisciplinary panel discussion on April 28, 2026, in Biloxi, MS. Doors open at 5:30PM and program is from 6:00-7:30PM at Patio 44- 124 Main St, Biloxi, MS 39530. Registration REQUIRED. Please share with your networks! We are excited to bring together a multidisciplinary panel of experts to explore how we can strengthen lung cancer care across the continuum—from early detection to treatment and survivorship. By collaborating across specialties, we can identify gaps, share best practices, and improve outcomes for patients. Thank you to Dr. Brian Persing for moderating and to our amazing list of panelists. We also want to thank AstraZeneca for making this meeting possible. Please reach out to [email protected] with questions. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gsF_Vym4