Education
Ask the Doctor—Thursday, August 7, 12:30–1:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 6, noon–1 p.m.
Bodour Salhia PhD, cancer researcher from Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), will be available for an informal discussion. Dr. Salhia is on the front line and can answer questions about research designed to improve cancer care.
Pain Management Series—Thursdays, August 28, 6–8 p.m. and September 11, 6–8 p.m.
In August with Matt Taylor, PT, PhD will teach yoga and physical therapy techniques to reduce pain. In September, Chris Lyon, Board Certified Hypnotherapist, will teach hypnosis techniques to help with pain control and stress. Come to any or all. RSVP.
Men’s Cancer Conference—Saturday, August 16, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
This is a men’s only event to highlight the issues around prostate and testicular cancer. Topics include: updates in treatment options; detailed information on diagnosis techniques; and current research and future trends. Men at any stage are welcome. Doctors presenting include: Scott Tropper, MD; Farshid Sadeghi, MD; Phranq Tamburri, NMD; and others. RSVP.
Women’s Cancer Conference—Saturday, September 27, 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Presented with the Comprehensive Cancer Center at St. Joseph’s. Women dealing with breast, ovarian, cervical, or uterine cancer, at any stage and caregivers/friends are welcome. Topics include diagnosis, treatment options, nutrition, psychosocial support, current genetic research, and relationship/sexuality issues. Goldman Auditorium at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. Call (877) 602-4111 for information and to register. RSVP.
Understanding Lymphedema—Thursday, September 25, 7–8:30 p.m.
Andrea Brennan, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, DAPWCA, a Lymphedema therapist at Scottsdale Healthcare will present an overview of Lymphedema, treatment and management options. Lymphedema is the lymphatic system’s inability to eliminate waste products, resulting in fluid retention. Held at Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center. 10460 N 92nd St, Scottsdale, 1st. Fl. Education Conference Room. RSVP.
Peripheral Neuropathy Presentation—Thursday, August 14, 6–8 p.m.
Dr. Todd Levine, Co-Director Samaritan Peripheral Neuropathy Center, will discuss symptoms, treatment options, and current research. Q & A. RSVP.
TGEN Tour—Thursday, August 28, 2–3:30 p.m.
Learn from working laboratories and cancer researchers at Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen). Space is limited to 15, please RSVP.
Genomics in Cancer: An Overview—Thursday, August 21, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Jodi Black PhD, MMSc - Vice President of Research Administration, T-GEN, in partnership with Research Advocacy Network will present on Genomics….What is it? How does it affect cancer therapies? What does it mean for me? Funded through a grant from Genomic Health, Inc. Dinner provided. RSVP.