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Topic
Ocular Melanoma Patient & Caregiver Symposium 2024
Date & Time
Selected Sessions:
Dec 1, 2024 12:00 PM
Description
This two-day virtual event is FREE and aims to increase awareness and build a supportive community for those affected by primary and metastatic ocular melanoma. Attendees will hear from leading OM clinicians who will provide the latest updates on the disease, including treatment options and testing. Additionally, patients will share their personal experiences, fostering a deeper understanding and connection. Both days will be recorded and available on YouTube after the event.
Presenters:
- Dr. Marcus Butler, Medical Oncologist, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
- Dr. Ezekiel Weis, Provincial Medical Lead, Alberta Ocular Brachytherapy Program
- Dr. Katherina Alsina, Director Uveal Melanoma at Castle Biosciences, Inc.
Symposium Program:
DAY 1
Start: 9am PST | 10am MST | 12pm EST | 1pm AST
Welcome & Dedication - Nigel Deacon (15 min)
Introduction - Patient Story - Sherry Agriesti (30 min)
Presentation - Metastatic disease + Update on current state of OM in healthcare landscape - Dr. Marcus Butler (45 mins + 15 min Q&A)
Break - (5 min)
Presentation - Primary disease - Dr. Ezekiel Weis (45 mins + 15 min Q&A)
Closing - Nigel Deacon
End: 12pm PST | 1pm MST | 3pm EST | 4pm AST
DAY 2
Start: 9am PST | 10am MST | 12pm EST | 1pm AST
Welcome - Nigel Deacon (5 min)
Presentation - Castle Bioscience (30 min)
Discussion - What Patients and Caregivers Need from Ocumel Canada Moving Forward - What Needs are Not Being Addressed? Nigel Deacon and Kathy Barnard (40 min + 15 min Q&A)
Break - (5 min)
Presentation - Decompressing as a caregiver or patient by Lyanne Westie (30 mins)
Closing - Nigel Deacon and Kathy Barnard (5 min)
End: 11:30am PST | 12:30pm MST | 2:30pm EST | 3:30pm AST