Breast Cancer 360°: A Multidisciplinary Symposium
LAU Medical Center–Rizk Hospital, Dr. Michel E. Mawad Block D, auditorium, 5th floor
Breast cancer remains one of the most diagnosed cancers worldwide. The challenges and complexities associated with its diagnosis, treatment, and survival require ongoing research, dialogue, and education.
This symposium, in collaboration with Melhem Scientific, will feature international and national speakers where they will explore innovations in breast reconstruction, awareness and early detection modalities, breast cancer screening, among other topics.
| 16:00 - 16:05 | Welcome note |
Dr. Tamina Elias-Rizk Chief of Breast Imaging Section LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine |
| 16:05 - 16:10 | Melhem Scientific Initiative |
Mr. Nehme Melhem President and Chairman Melhem Scientific |
| 16:10 - 16:25 | Awareness and Early Detection |
Dr. Tamina Elias-Rizk Chief of Breast Imaging Section LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine |
| 16:25 - 16:30 | Breast Cancer in Lebanon |
Dr. Aniella Abi Gerges Associate Professor of Physiology LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine |
| 16:30-16:35 | Q&A |
Dr. Hady Ghanem Head, Division of Hematology-Oncology |
| 16:35-16:50 | Recent Advances in Management of Locally Advanced/ Metastatic Breast Cancer |
Dr. Hady Ghanem |
| 16:50-16:55 |
Q&A |
Dr. Tamina Elias-Rizk Chief of Breast Imaging Section LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine |
| 16:55-17:10 |
Current and Emerging Practices in Breast Cancer Surgery: Global Perspectives and Regional Realities |
Dr. Eman Sbeity |
| 17:10-17:15 | Q&A |
Dr. Christina Khater Clinical Assistant Professor Division of Hematology-Oncology LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine |
| 17:15-17:30 | Coffee Break | |
| 17:30-17:45 | Innovations in Breast Reconstruction: Techniques and Timing in Modern Care |
Dr. Justin Broyles Assistant Professor of Surgery Brigham and Women’s Hospital Harvard Medical School Boston - Massachusetts |
| 17:45-17:50 | Q&A |
Dr. Eddie Abdalla |
| 17:50-18:05 | Life after Surgery: Breast Reconstruction and Recovery |
Dr. Michele Manahan Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine |
| 18:05-18:10 | Q&A |
Dr. Karl Jallad LAU Health System Chief Medical Officer Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| 18:10-18:20 | General discussions, remarks and closure |
Dr. Hady Ghanem Dr. Tamina Elias-Rizk |
Target audience
This conference is open to all faculty, students, and staff from LAU and other universities, particularly those from the schools of medicine, pharmacy and nursing, as well as other healthcare professionals. The general public and anyone interested in the latest developments in breast cancer are also welcome.
The LAU CME Office will record attendance and grant CME/CPD credits.
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On-site registration is also available.
All are welcome to attend.