7th Annual Inflammatory Breast Cancer Patient Forum |
Register for IBC Patient Forum Today
Join us on Saturday, November 9, at 10 a.m., for our 7th Annual Inflammatory Breast Cancer Patient Forum. This free virtual forum will provide information about inflammatory breast cancer for patients, their friends and loved ones, and healthcare professionals. All are welcome!
This educational forum will consist of two separate events, both held via Zoom. Please register separately for each event using these links:
- Welcome and Educational Sessions* | All are invited
- For Patients, Families, and Loved Ones: IBC Social Work Group | Registration is limited for this session
See the full agenda for IBC Patient Forum below and find a printable version here:
*Educational sessions will be recorded and posted to our Inflammatory Breast Cancer Program's web page for future viewing. If you have questions about using Zoom at this forum, please see the bottom of this page.
Welcome and Educational Sessions
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Introduction | 10 - 10:15 a.m.
- Sara Tolaney, MD, MPH, chief of the Division of Breast Oncology
- Faina Nakhlis, MD, associate director of the IBC Program
Informational Presentations | 10:15 - 12:00 p.m.
- What makes IBC Unique: Biology, Management and Ongoing Research Initiatives - Filipa Lynce, MD
- Physicians You Never See: The Role of a Radiologist - Eren Yeh, MD
- Physicians You Never See: The Role of a Nuclear Medicine Doctor - Heather Jacene, MD
- Physicians You Never See: The Role of a Pathologist - S. Emily Bachert, MD
- Sexual Health after IBC Diagnosis - Sharon Bober, PhD
- Q&A Session with Speakers
Integrative Services Round Table Discussion | 12:15- 1 p.m.
- Moderator - Stephanie Lafontaine, IBC Patient Advocate
- Zakim Center Director - Ting Bao, MD
- Exercise Physiology- Nancy Campbell, MS
- Meditation and Midfulness- Patricia Arcari, PhD, RN, AHN-BC
- Expressive Arts - Megan Carleton, LMHC, ATR-BC
Lymphedema Panel | 1 - 1:45 p.m.
- Olga Kantor, MD - Assistant Professor of Surgery, Harvard Medical School
- Justin Broyles, MD - Assistant Professor of Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital
Register for the Welcome and Educational Sessions event.
For Patients, Families, and Loved Ones: IBC Social Work Group
2 - 3 p.m.
Join us for a special social work discussion specifically for IBC patients and their loved ones, led by Jess Mosey, MSW, LICSW. This event requires pre-registration and space is limited, so register soon!
Using Zoom
What happens when I register?
You'll receive a link at the email address you provide with info on how to join the Zoom session.
How do I watch the session?
If you are new to using Zoom, please join the event a few minutes early to give yourself time to get online.
Click the link sent to you by email, and you'll be taken directly to Zoom and prompted to join the session.
Have problems or questions with Zoom?
Please visit the Zoom Help Center, which offers step-by-step tips for setting up your device and troubleshooting.
You may also call 617-632-2311 or email mariesad_powell@dfci.harvard.edu for additional support.