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The Comprehensive Breast Program at Dartmouth Cancer Center invites you for an afternoon of learning, inspiration and fellowship.
This event is free of charge and open to the public.
3-3:30 pm: Welcome reception and time with vendors; coffee, tea and light refreshments.
3:40 pm: Opening remarks: Mary Chamberlin, MD
3:45 – 4:45 pm: Cancer Recovery and Recurrence Prevention
- Copper depletion as a therapeutic strategy to prevent breast cancer recurrence – Linda Vahdat, MD
- Reflections from patients and providers
- Handling fear of reoccurrence – Sivan Rotenberg, PhD
- Physical activity and breast cancer recovery research trial – Courtney Stevens, PhD
- Q&A panel with providers and patients
4:45 – 5:15: Time with vendors, refreshments and mocktails. Music by Grace Wallace.
5:15 – 6:45: Breast Cancer Research Updates
- Breast Pathology and AI: Current Status and Future Prospects – Jonathan Marotti, MD
- Breast Cancer Locator for surgical precision – Richard Barth, MD
- Phases of clinical trials – Zubair, Afzal, MD
- Research Nursing
- Q&A panel with clinical researchers
6:45 – 7: Closing remarks
Special thanks to our vendors and support organizations:
Hand-to-Heart Project in-home massage, PALS aquatic fitness; Mahana Magic support for children; The Prouty cancer fundraiser; Casting for Recovery outdoor retreats; CREW rowing program; Amanda Thomas Boutique products and services; Dartmouth Health Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy; Nicole Parker oncology dietitian; Dartmouth Cancer Center Complementary Care Program; Athletic Brewing Company mocktails; and more!