The 2012 Multidisciplinary Symposium in Thoracic Oncology will offer valuable information on the interdisciplinary approach in the treatment of thoracic malignancies. Speakers will address a variety of strategies to treat lung and esophageal cancer, malignant mesothelioma and metastatic cancers of the chest. Recognized leaders in these areas will present the latest developments in basic and clinical research and examine new innovative treatments that could be beneficial to patients.