Each year, the PAN Foundation hosts and participates in key conferences and events to increase awareness of charitable patient assistance and serve as a resource on healthcare access, equity, and affordability topics for healthcare and patient advocacy groups.
Below is a listing of some upcoming and past events where we have served as a resource and thought leader on charitable patient assistance and healthcare access issues. If you would like to set up a meeting with us at an upcoming event, contact us. We look forward to connecting with you.
Upcoming events
April 27 – May 1, 2025
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Exhibit: Booth #1225
Session:
The Cost of Care for Patients: Navigating the Financial Assistance Landscape
Wednesday, April 30 @ 1:00 p.m. PT
Speakers:
- Amy Niles, Chief Mission Officer, PAN Foundation
- Sheila Arquette, President and CEO, National Association of Specialty Pharmacy
- Elizabeth Johnson, Board Member and Past President, National Association of Medication Access & Patient Advocacy
High out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs, particularly specialty medications, can often lead patients to delay or go without their needed medications and treatments. In fact, a Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that 43% of U.S. adults report that they or a family member in their household has put off or postponed needed healthcare due to cost. And while financial assistance options are available from multiple sources—including the federal government, state government, nonprofit foundations, and the private sector—many specialty pharmacies, healthcare professionals, and patients aren’t aware of or don’t know how to navigate these options. Join us to hear from an expert panel as they walk through the various options, who is eligible for which options, and how specialty pharmacies can help their patients get connected with support.
National Council on Aging (NCOA) 2025 Age + Action® Conference
May 28-30, 2025
Location: Arlington, VA
Exhibit
Session:
Workshop: Empowering aging professionals to address healthcare affordability challenges for older adults
Thursday, May 29 | 11:45am
Speakers:
- Amy Niles, Chief Mission Officer, PAN Foundation
- Julia Schreiber, Program Director, Maryland Department of Aging
Older adults living with chronic illnesses face significant challenges in accessing affordable healthcare and navigating health plans, often leading to economic insecurity. Co-hosted by representatives from the Maryland Department of Aging and the PAN Foundation, this session equips aging professionals with tools they can use immediately to support older adults in identifying financial assistance resources and programs and navigating Medicare reforms and barriers to care. By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify and connect older adults with public and charitable financial assistance programs that help them access their treatment.
- Understand key 2025 Medicare changes and learn how to navigate utilization management challenges.
- Collaborate with peers to crowdsource resources and address gaps in meeting financial and social needs of older adults.
2025 International Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia Foundation Education Forum
May 30 – June 1, 2025
Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Exhibit
Join us at the IWMF’s annual educational forum to learn more about the PAN Foundation’s available financial assistance resources for people living with Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia.
2025 ASCO Annual Meeting (American Society of Clinical Oncology)
May 30 – June 3, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Exhibit: 10010
Come learn more about the PAN Foundation’s available financial assistance resources for patients living with cancer and other chronic conditions, our easy-to-use online enrollment portal, and other educational resources to support patients living with and navigating cancer.
2025 AOSW Annual Conference (Association of Oncology Social Workers)
June 11-13, 2025
Location: Atlanta, GA
Exhibit
Come learn more about the PAN Foundation’s available financial assistance resources for patients living with cancer and other chronic conditions, our easy-to-use online enrollment portal, and other educational resources to support social workers and patients through complex healthcare issues.
National Medical Association Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly
August 3-7, 2025
Location: New York City, NY
Exhibit
National Black Nurses Association Annual Institute and Conference
August 5-10, 2025
Location: Dallas, TX
Exhibit
Healthcare Advocate Summit 2025
September 2-5, 2025
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Exhibit
National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting & Expo
September 14-17, 2025
Location: Denver, CO
Exhibit
2025 NCODA Fall Summit (National Community Oncology Dispensing Association)
October 15-17, 2025
Location: Orlando, FL
Exhibit
Past events
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April 9-13, 2025
Location: Denver, CO
Exhibit: 1029
Come meet members of the PAN Foundation team at Oncology Nursing Society to learn more about our financial assistance programs for patients living with cancer and other chronic diseases. We will also have other educational resources available. -
March 28-30, 2025
Location: Orlando, FL
Exhibit: Patient Advocacy Pavilion -
March 28-30, 2025
Location: Atlanta, GA
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March 17-20, 2025
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Exhibit: Booth #302
Conference co-chair: Kevin Hagan, President and CEOSessions:
Panel: Moving the Needle on Awareness of the Medicare Part D Reforms
Tuesday, March 18 @ 9:15 a.m. ET
Speakers:- Amy Niles, Chief Mission Officer, PAN Foundation
- Susan Neff, Aging Services Supervisor, SHIP/MIPPA Director, Pennsylvania Department of Aging
- Dan Sherman, Founder and President, The NaVectis Group and Financial Navigator, Lacks Cancer Center
- Bill Allen, PAN Foundation Patient and Family Advisory Council Member
In fall 2024, the PAN Foundation conducted national polling that illuminated a sobering statistic: 87% of Medicare beneficiaries had not seen, read, or heard anything about the Medicare Part D reforms to take effect January 1, 2025. The PAN Foundation has since led a national education effort to shift that statistic—and subsequently polled people with Medicare again in 2025 to measure the impact of educational outreach. In this session:
- Gain access to new research and insights on the current state of awareness among Medicare beneficiaries of the Part D cap and Medicare Prescription Payment Plan and the role of education in shifting that awareness.
- Learn more about national educational efforts intended to increase awareness, knowledge and ultimately, patients’ ability to make empowered decisions around their healthcare.
- Discuss practical strategies to ensure patients know about these reforms, increase health literacy, and provide access to high-quality and culturally competent health information.
Panel: Retrospective on the Impact of Charitable Donations
Thursday, March 20 @ 11:45 a.m. ET
Speakers:- Jonathan James, CEO, Hope Charities (moderator)
- Alan Klein, Chief Growth and Strategy Officer, PAN Foundation
- Kelly Green, Executive Director, Help Hope Live Foundation
Explore the complexities of patient expenses and how charitable contributions have influenced financial access to care. Uncover what OOP costs really look like and discuss the effectiveness of donations in alleviating financial burdens. Gain insights into the intersection of charity, patient support, and the ongoing challenges in ensuring affordable access to treatment.
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March 13, 2025
Location: Virtual webinar
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Description: The PAN Foundation’s flagship State of Patient Access Report, a groundbreaking initiative of the PAN Foundation’s Center for Patient Research, aims to identify challenges that patients with chronic health conditions face when accessing affordable, equitable healthcare. During this engaging webinar, a panel of experts will discuss the 2025 State of Patient Access Report, including:- Exploring the key findings from the 2025 State of Patient Access report (to be published in March 2025 prior to the webinar)
- Assessing how this year’s report compares to the 2024 report findings
- Discussing what needs to be done to address the issues highlighted in the report
- Highlighting actions people can take to help reduce access barriers
The 2025 State of Patient Access report is now available.
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February 27, 2025
Location: Virtual webinar
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ET
Speakers:- Amy Niles, Chief Mission Officer, PAN Foundation (moderator)
- Amanda Boone, Co-Founder, CF United
- Ryan Clary, Nonprofit Consultant, Clary Strategies
- Tyler Scheid, JD, Lead Policy Analyst, American Medical Association
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December 10, 2024
Location: Virtual webinar
Time: 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. ET
Description: The PAN Foundation helps people living with life-threatening, chronic, and rare diseases to financial help for their out-of-pocket treatment costs. Come learn about the types of financial assistance we offer, eligibility criteria, how to apply for a grant, ways to access community support, and more in this one-hour webinar. You will learn:- Who PAN is and what type of financial assistance we can provide
- How you can apply for and manage a PAN grant
- What additional resources PAN offers beyond copay grants
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December 4, 2024
Location: Virtual webinar
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET
Description: For people living with rare diseases, finding financial help for their out-of-pocket cost is vital—the PAN Foundation is here to help. Come learn about the PAN Foundation and how you can apply for a PAN grant to help cover out-of-pocket treatment costs for over 25 rare diseases in this one-hour webinar. You will learn:- Who PAN is and how we support people with rare diseases
- How you can apply for and manage a PAN grant
- What additional resources PAN offers beyond copay grants
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November 12, 2024
Location: virtual webinar
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Description: The PAN Foundation is hosting a free webinar on November 12 at 1 p.m. ET to explain how Medicare Part D will change in 2025 and how those changes may impact your out-of-pocket costs. We’ll also talk about how these changes will impact PAN grants. (Don’t worry—we’ll still be here to provide financial support!) This webinar is open to the public, so please share this registration link with your community, friends, and loved ones who would like to learn about Medicare Part D changes. -
November 9, 2024
Location: Impact Event Center, 2323 Sylvan Road, Atlanta, GA 30344
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ETThe PAN Foundation, in partnership with Emory, Morehouse, and WellStar healthcare systems, proudly presents “Stronger Together: A Journey to Wellness Family Festival.” This free family festival is a celebration of health, wellness, and unity. Join us for a day dedicated to wellness and community. Discover valuable resources and information from over 40 local health organizations and community groups to support your health goals. The festival is an opportunity for individuals, families, and caregivers to connect with local experts, find new wellness resources, and take charge of their health. Bring the whole family and enjoy a lively atmosphere featuring a DJ, yoga sessions, and a live cooking demonstration. With activities like line dancing, free health screenings, and educational sessions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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November 7-9, 2024
Location: Orlando, FL
Session title: State of Patient Access
Session date and time: November 8 at 8:00 a.m. ET
Speaker: Amy Niles, Chief Mission Officer, PAN Foundation
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