Overview
For over 30 years, the Acute Leukemia Forum (ALF) has continued its tradition of being a premier event for hematology and oncology professionals. This conference brings together leading experts to share groundbreaking research and clinical advances that shape the treatment and management of acute leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. As we look ahead to 2027, ALF will focus on addressing the evolving educational needs of those involved in the care of patients with these challenging malignancies.
We look forward to you joining our community of healing at the 31st Acute Leukemia Forum, April 15-16, 2027, at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines, La Jolla, California!
Defining Moments From the 2026 Conference
Meet the Chairs
Daniel A. Pollyea, MD, MS
Professor of Medicine Clinical Director of Leukemia Services Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs Robert H. Allen MD Chair in Hematology Research Division of Hematology University of Colorado School of Medicine Aurora, Colorado
Eytan M. Stein, MD
Chief, Leukemia Service Director Program for Drug Development in Leukemia Associate Attending Physician Department of Medicine Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center New York, New York
Hetty E. Carraway, MD, MBA
Professor of Medicine Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine Case Western Reserve University Director, Leukemia Program Vice Chair Strategy and Enterprise Development Taussig Cancer Institute Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, Ohio
Agenda
Please note all sessions listed in Central Time. Agenda subject to change.
Thursday, April 15
6:45 am
Registration
Thursday, April 15
7:15 am — 8:15 am
Breakfast & Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentation
Thursday, April 15
8:15 am — 8:30 am
Exhibit & Poster Hall Opens
Thursday, April 15
8:30 am — 8:40 am
Conference Welcome
Thursday, April 15
8:40 am — 11:30 am
Session I: Advances in Myelodysplastic Syndromes and Precursor States
Thursday, April 15
10:15 am — 10:45 am
Break: Visit Exhibit & Poster Hall
Thursday, April 15
11:30 am — 1:05 pm
Session II: Pre-Clinical Translational Research
Thursday, April 15
1:05 pm — 2:05 pm
Lunch & Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentation
Thursday, April 15
2:20 pm — 2:35 pm
Refreshment Break & Visit Exibit and Poster Hall
Thursday, April 15
2:35 pm — 3:55 pm
Session III: Novel Strategies in ALL
Thursday, April 15
3:55 pm — 5:30 pm
Session IV: Multidisciplinary Care
Thursday, April 15
5:30 pm — 6:30 pm
Refreshments & Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentation
Thursday, April 15
6:30 pm — 7:30 pm
Welcome Reception
Thursday, April 15
7:30 pm
Day One Adjourns
Friday, April 16
7:00 am
Registration
Friday, April 16
7:15 pm — 8:15 pm
Breakfast & Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentation
Friday, April 16
8:15 pm — 8:30 pm
Exhibit & Poster Hall Opens
Friday, April 16
8:30 pm — 8:35 pm
Welcome Back
Friday, April 16
8:35 am — 10:10 am
Session V: Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Friday, April 16
10:15 am — 11:15 am
Refreshments & Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentation
Friday, April 16
11:15 am — 11:45 am
Break: Visit Exhibit & Poster Hall
Friday, April 16
1:45 pm — 2:00 pm
Refreshement Break: Visit Exhibit & Poster Hall
Friday, April 16
11:45 am — 12:45 pm
Session VI: Ernest Beutler Memorial Lecture
Friday, April 16
12:45 pm — 1:45 pm
Lunch & Non-CME/CE Bonus Presentation
Friday, April 16
2:00 pm — 3:45 pm
Session VII: Bone Marrow Transplant
Friday, April 16
3:55 pm
Closing Remarks