Research Section Forum

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 15, 2027

2:15 PM – 3:30 PM CT

Format:

In Person

Pharmacy Practice Section Forum

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 13, 2027

6:00 PM – 7:15 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

More information coming soon.

Pediatrics Intestinal Failure Section Forum: One Team: Let’s Get Together and Talk IF

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 14, 2027

2:15 PM – 3:30 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

Join the Pediatric Intestinal Failure Section as we review of current working group projects and initiatives completed in the last year as well as ongoing projects, celebrate fellow providers in the section who have received ASPEN awards, discuss about key topics and challenges highlighted by the members with potential to identify new section initiative, and network with other pediatric intestinal failure providers in other disciplines and institutions.

Pediatrics Section Forum: Spark Ideas, Share Perspectives, and Shape the Future

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 15, 2027

2:15 PM – 3:30 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

Join us for the Pediatric Section Forum Meeting at ASPEN, an opportunity to connect with section members and engage with current, incoming, and outgoing leaders. The forum will highlight the work accomplished so far, including journal clubs, section discussions, and developing scholarly activities. We will also introduce the section’s subsections and recognize the contributions of volunteers. The session will conclude with an open discussion for questions, feedback, and ideas to help shape the future direction of the Pediatric Section.

Topics & Presenters

Vikram Christian
MD, CNSC

Assistant Professor

Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Minnesota Medical School

Director of Pediatric Endoscopy and Co-Director of Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program

University of Minnesota Medical School

Minneapolis, MN
Senthilkumar Sankararaman
MD, FAAP, PNS, D-ABOM

Co-Director

Pediatric Nutrition Support, Intestinal Rehab. & Transplant Program, Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital

Associate Professor

Pediatrics, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine 

Cleveland, OH

Oncology Section Forum

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 15, 2027

2:15 PM – 3:30 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

In this section forum, attendees will network with oncology colleagues, recognize excellence in oncology nutrition, including abstracts and award recipients, and learn about opportunities to get involved with the Oncology Section.

Topics & Presenters

Federika Garcia
MS, RDN, LDN, CNSC, CSO

Director, Clinical Programs – Nutrition and Wellness, Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Care

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami Health System

Miami, Florida
Rina Patel
PharmD, BCNSP, FASPEN

Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Critical Care and Nutrition Support

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, TX

Nutrition Support Nurses Section Forum: Practice Pearls & Peer Power: The Nutrition Support Nurses’ Exchange

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 13, 2027

6:00 PM – 7:15 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

Join fellow nurses for an interactive forum designed to connect, collaborate, and share what works. This session offers a welcoming space to exchange practice pearls, discuss real-world challenges in enteral and parenteral nutrition care, and learn from peers across diverse practice settings. Whether you’re a seasoned nursing professional or new to nutrition support, bring your questions, your insights, and your best ideas, and leave with practical strategies you can use right away, plus new connections to a network of colleagues who share your passion for safe, high-quality nutrition care.

Topics & Presenters

Sandra Wolfe Citty
PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE, FASPEN

Clinical Professor

College of Nursing, University of Florida

GRECC Research Nurse

North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System

Gainesville, FL
Martha Hagenbrock
MS, APRN, CNP, CNSC

Nurse Practitioner

Home Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic

Rochester, MN

Neonatal Section Forum: Connect, Collaborate, Converse: A Neonatal Nutrition Networking Forum

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 13, 2027

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

This session will consist of roundtable discussions focused on relevant issues in neonatal nutrition, with the goal of encouraging participants to share practice variations, discuss common challenges, exchange practical solutions, and identify opportunities for collaboration.

The primary objectives are to strengthen professional connections within the Neonatal Section, facilitate peer-to-peer learning through discussion of real-world practice, highlight similarities and differences in approaches across institutions and disciplines, and encourage future collaboration among clinicians and researchers.

Topics & Presenters

Margaret Murphy
PharmD, BCNSP

Senior Clinical Pharmacist

Home Parenteral Nutrition Program, Boston Children's Hospital

Boston, MA

Medical Practice Section Forum: Opportunities and Challenges for Physicians in Nutrition Support

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 13, 2027

6:00 PM – 7:15 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

Attendees will participate in a World Cafe-style roundtable discussion.

International Clinical Nutrition Section Forum: Equity in Clinical Nutrition: Bridging the gap between high- and low-resource settings

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 14, 2027

2:15 PM – 3:30 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

More information coming soon.

International Clinical Ethics (IC Ethics) Section Forum: Ethical Principles and Decision-Making Frameworks for the Nutrition Support Professional

Section Forum

Date & Time:

February 13, 2027

11:00 AM – 12:15 PM CT

Format:

In Person

session objectives:

What You'll Learn

This session will begin with a brief presentation on key ethical principles and decision-making frameworks relevant to nutrition support practice. The presentation will provide a foundation for recognizing and navigating complex ethical issues that may arise in clinical care.

Participants will then explore two patient cases that highlight real-world ethical challenges in nutrition support. Through interactive case discussion, participants will examine the ethical implications of each case and consider how ethical principles and frameworks can guide clinical decision-making.

The session will conclude with an “Ask the Experts” panel discussion, providing an opportunity for participants to engage with experienced nutrition support professionals, ask questions, and gain practical insights into navigating ethical dilemmas in clinical practice. Panelists include Dr. Albert Barrocas, Dr. Dylan Sherry, Martha Hagenbrock, and Dr. Diana Cardenas.

Topics & Presenters

Dylan Sherry
MD, MA (Bioethics)

Assistant Professor

Supportive Oncology and Palliative Care Program, Fox Chase Cancer Center

Program Director

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, Fox Chase Cancer Center

Director of Medical Education

Supportive Oncology and Palliative Care Program, Fox Chase Cancer Center

Philadelphia, PA
Jaylin Staunton
MS, RD, LDN, CNSC

Lead Clinical Dietitian Specialist

Fox Chase Cancer Center

Philadelphia, PA
Alison Evans
RD, LD, CNSC

Clinical Liaison, Nutrition Support Dietitian

Amerita Specialty Infusion

Milton, GA