Posted on: 03/02/2007
What: UCLA 7th Annual Brain Tumor Conference
Join brain tumor survivors, family members, friends and healthcare
professionals at the Seventh Annual Brain Tumor Conference, hosted by
the UCLA Neuro-Oncology Program. This annual conference provides ongoing
support and advocacy for the general education of the population we
serve. Our goal is to educate the community about this disease and give
them the opportunity to hear leading healthcare professionals speak
about the latest treatments, how to manage related symptoms, and also
learn about the many community resources available to them. (Please
note, CME credits will not be offered.)
When: March 23-24, 2007 from 8am to 4pm
Where: UCLA Tom Bradley Center - International Hall
417 Charles E. Young Drive West
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Cost: FREE
Topics to be covered at event:
Friday, March 23, 2007 - General Sessions will cover topics such as:
An Overview of Brain Tumors
Neurosurgery Techniques
Radiation Therapy
Chemotherapy and Biological Agents
Neuropathology
Experimental Therapies
Saturday, March 24, 2007 - Breakout Sessions will cover the following
topics:
Individual Brain Tumor Types (GBM/AA, Low Grade and
Oligodendroglioma Tumors, Meningiomas, Brain Metastasis, Rare Tumors)
Symptom Management
Brain Tumors & Cognitive Abilities, Depression and Fatigue
Seizure Management
Speech and Language Difficulties
Legal Issues
Understanding Clinical Trials
Nutrition
Support for the Caregiver
Integrating Psycho-Social Support Into the Treatment Plan
End of Life Issues
To obtain the full program agenda and registration information, please
visit the UCLA Neuro-Oncology Program website at:
Early registration is recommended as enrollment space is limited. Online
registration deadline is 3/19/07. Mail-in registrations should be
returned no later than 3/16/07. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
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