IMF Patient & Family Seminar 2023 - Los Angeles (https://www.myeloma.org/videos/imf-patient-family-seminar-2023-los-angeles)
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) Patient and Family Seminar took place at the Sofitel Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA. IMF Chairman of the Board and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Brian G.M. Durie, along with IMF President & CEO Yelak Biru and IMF Vice President of Support Groups Robin Tuohy joined the following expert myeloma speakers: Rafat Abonour, MD (Indiana University—Indianapolis, IN); IMF NLB Board Member Donna D. Catamero, ANP-BC, OCN, CCRC (Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai —New York); Ajai Chari, MD (Mount Sinai Hospital—New York); Noopur S. Raje, MD (Massachusetts General Hospital—Boston); Daryl Tan, MBBS, M Med, MRCP, FAMS (Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital—Singapore); and Robert A. Vescio, MD (Cedars-Sinai Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute—Los Angeles).
Friday Videos and Slide Deck
Ask the Experts Open Forum Discussion
IMF Chairman of the Board and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Brian G.M. Durie and Dr. Robert A. Vescio from the Cedars-Sinai Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute answers questions from the audience.
Taking the Reins of Your Multiple Myeloma Care
Donna D. Catamero, ANP-BC, OCN, CCRC from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, NY, discusses a comprehensive overview of myeloma care, spanning innovative treatments, symptom management, and strategies for overall health. Her insightful discussion covers a wide spectrum of topics, offering invaluable insights for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike.
Next Generation Testing and Decision Making
Dr. Brian GM Durie, the Chairman of the Board and Chief Scientific Officer at the International Myeloma Foundation, delves into the forefront of myeloma testing and its transformative impact on clinical decision-making. With a keen focus on the evolving landscape of diagnostics, the presentation sheds light on the enduring principles of myeloma care while illuminating the novel avenues that are shaping the future.
How You Can Make a Positive Impact in Our Myeloma Community
Ilana Kenville, Director of Development Events at the International Myeloma Foundation, presented the organization's fundamental pillars and the profound impact they have on individuals and communities.
Friday Slide Deck
Saturday Videos and Slide Deck
Welcome & IMF Presentation
IMF President & CEO Yelak Biru gives an overview of the IMF history and ongoing programs.
Myeloma 101: What Myeloma Patients Need to Know
Dr. Brian GM Durie, the Chairman of the Board and Chief Scientific Officer, delved into the dynamic landscape of myeloma treatment. Dr. Durie presented a comprehensive journey through the history, current status, and the promising future prospects of myeloma treatment.
Frontline Therapy
Dr. Rafat Abonour, University of Indiana—Indianapolis, IN, discusses the intricacies of frontline therapy in the management of multiple myeloma. His discussion spans a spectrum of critical aspects, from the significance of symptom control to the evolving landscape of minimal residual disease (MRD) testing and its potential to guide personalized treatment decisions.
Approaches to Relapse Therapy
Dr. Noopur S. Raje, MD from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA, discusses the complexities of treating relapsed myeloma in its early stages. Her presentation navigates through key concepts, challenges, and advancements in the field, emphasizing personalized treatment approaches and the importance of deep responses.
Immune Therapy Options
Dr. Ajai Chari from The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY, discusses the intricacies of myeloma treatment, touching on immune system targets, therapeutic advancements, genetic insights, and the evolving landscape of treatment options. His presentation offers a comprehensive view of the current state and future possibilities in myeloma care.
Saturday Slide Deck
Friday, August 18, 2023
Ask-the-Experts
Open Forum Discussion with Brian G.M. Durie, MD (Chairman of the Board & Chief Scientific Officer of the International Myeloma Foundation) & Robert Vescio, MD (Cedars Sinai, Samuel Oschin Cancer Center).
Taking the Reins of Your Multiple Myeloma Care – includes Q&A
Donna Catamero, ANP-BC, OCN, CCRC
(Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai)
Testing and AI
Brian G.M.Durie, MD
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Myeloma 101: What Myeloma Patients Need to Know
Brian G.M. Durie, MD
Frontline Therapy
Rafat Abonour, MD
(Indiana University School of Medicine)
Myeloma.org Presentation
Robin Tuohy
(VP of Patient Support, International Myeloma Foundation)
Patient Support Group Programs in Asia
Daryl Tan, MBBS, M Med, MRCP, FAMS
(Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital)
Approaches to Relapse Therapy
Noopur Raje, MD
(Massachusetts General Hospital)
Immune Therapy Options
Ajai Chari, MD,
(University of California San Francisco)
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