Whether you attended the ABTA 2025 National Conference or are newly connecting with the brain tumor community, support and trusted resources are available to you wherever you are.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, years into survivorship, or caring for someone you love, the American Brain Tumor Association’s National Conference is designed with you in mind.
Each year, the National Conference brings together patients, caregivers, and leading experts to share the latest research updates, treatment insights, and real-world guidance, all in one supportive, welcoming space.
And right now, you don’t have to wait to experience it.
There are a wide range of thoughtfully curated topics designed to center the patient’s and caregiver’s experience, reflecting the meaningful, comprehensive support the ABTA provides. For example, “Scanxiety has always been something I’ve dealt with, but this session framed it in a way that included the whole family, not just the patient,” shared Nicole Schalmo, a glioblastoma survivor. “It helped us understand how to process it together and not get stuck living scan to scan.”
You can explore recorded sessions from last year’s National Conference, including Managing Scanxiety, to hear directly from specialists and members of the brain tumor community who understand what you’re facing.
This session explores scanxiety in brain tumor patients and caregivers, including what it is, why it happens, and how it shows up. Learn to recognize symptoms, apply practical coping strategies, and discover a novel therapeutic approach designed to reduce scan-related distress.
A multidisciplinary panel of leading clinicians walks through real brain tumor cases, offering an inside look at how experts collaborate to diagnose disease and determine the best treatment path. Hear diverse perspectives on complex cases, including IDH-mutant low-grade glioma and glioblastoma.
This session provides practical guidance for navigating the financial impact of a brain tumor diagnosis. Learn how to understand treatment costs, explore insurance and assistance options, and build financial literacy to plan ahead and manage expenses with confidence.
You can also browse and bookmark the National Conference YouTube playlist
Looking ahead, the ABTA 2026 National Conference (September 18-20, 2026) will offer live-streamed sessions and on-demand access, making it easier than ever to participate from anywhere. Sign up now to ensure you’ll receive updates about registration, programming, and opportunities to connect.
