Event Information

Please join us for a one-day symposium to learn more about cancer risks associated with Lynch syndrome and the state-of-the-art strategies and ongoing treatment options. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from a multi-disciplinary team of experts at the forefront of ground-breaking research and discovery. 

Registration details will be available soon. Please check back for updates!

Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Times:

  • 9:00AM - 9:50AM EDT | Preconference | Introduction to Lynch Syndrome: Genetics and Cancer Risk Management
  • 10:00AM - 5:00PM EDT | 2026 Lynch Syndrome Symposium | Clinical Care Session, Expert Panel Discussion & Research Session
  • 5:00PM - 6:00PM EDT | Reception

Location: 

  • Rubenstein Auditorium, Smilow Center for Translational Research, 3400 Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104
  • This is a hybrid event with options to attend in-person or virtually. Please note that some portions of the symposium will not be available virtually.

Continuing Education: We aim to again offer continuing education credits for healthcare professionals (Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses and Genetic Counselors). Updates will be provided on this site once the application process is complete.

Who should Attend:

This symposium is designed for patients and their caregivers, family members, advocates and members of the public who may benefit from understanding the cancer risk associated with Lynch syndrome.  Additionally, researchers, gastroenterologists, genetics counselors, medical oncologists, primary care physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of patients with Lynch Syndrome will have the opportunity to learn recent clinical and research advancements in the field.

FAQ's that will be addressed:

  • What is Lynch syndrome?

  • If I have Lynch syndrome, what is my chance of developing colon cancer? 

  • What can I do to prevent cancer if I have Lynch syndrome?

  • What are the latest treatments for Lynch-related cancers?

  • When should my family members be tested for Lynch syndrome? What’s new in Lynch syndrome research?

Directions and Parking information: 

The Rubenstein Auditorium is located in the Smilow Center for Translational Research, which is located adjacent to the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine and is conveniently reached by several public transportation routes.

• Amtrak, 30th Street Station 
• Septa Regional Rail (University City Station) 
• LUCY - Loop Through University City 
• NJ PATCO Trains 

For public transportation, directions, and parking information, go to Perelman Center directions and parking | Penn Medicine

Parking is available at the 3600 Civic Center Boulevard Parking Garage. Parking vouchers will be provided at the registration table in the main lobby outside the auditorium. 

For additional information please contact KingCenter@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.