Educational Support

HOPA invites its Industry and Medical Education Partners to submit proposals for commercially supported symposia (CSS) to take place during HOPA's 8th Annual Conference, March 21–24, 2012, in Orlando, Florida. HOPA welcomes applications for clinically relevant, scientifically sound, and unbiased programs that will provide oncology pharmacists with novel and innovative approaches to patient care. All CSS applications will be reviewed by the HOPA Program Committee to ensure they meet educational standards, fulfil clear educational objectives, meet the educational needs and are free of commercial bias. Commercial supporters may not dictate the content of symposia or the selection of faculty. HOPA will be the provider of ACPE credit for all educational programs at HOPA's Annual Conference, including any enduring programs based on HOPA 2012 activities.

Application Process

The CSS Application Form must be completed and submitted to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , faxed to 847/375-6467 or mailed to HOPA, 4700 W. Lake Avenue, Glenview, IL 60025, ATTN: CSS Application. Applications must be submitted by September 1, 2011. The following must be submitted along with your application:

1. Educational needs assessment
2. Description of program agenda
3. Program overview and program goal
4. Educational Objectives
5. Proposed faculty, including titles and affiliation(s)
6. Identify your preferred time slot (date and time)
7. Enduring Activities program description
8. Budget for live and enduring programs

Below are links to the commercially supported symposium (CSS) application and guidelines.

    2012 Symposium Application
    2012 Symposium Guidelines

If you have questions, please contact Mary Paulson at 847/375-4803.