Join the Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) and Georgetown- Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center for an in-person and virtual patient symposium about cutaneous (skin) melanoma from 7:30am - 2:00pm ET at the MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, 2115 Wisconsin Ave NW (Room 186- Multipurpose Room). During this event, participants will learn the latest in diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. To view additional information on important topics to melanoma patients, visit the MRF's education learning platform: https://learn.melanoma.org/. The symposium will be recorded and available on-demand following the event. *One registration required per in-person attendee
Melanoma Research Foundation
Director of Patient Engagement and Education
Saturday, June 8, 2024
11:30 AM – 6:00 PM UTC
Registration Opens |
Introduction/Welcome |
Melanoma Research Foundation Introduction |
Melanoma Risk Factors |
Addiction to Indoor Tanning |
Evolving Role of Head and Neck Surgery in Melanoma |
A Role for Moh’s Surgery in Melanoma and Other Skin |
Panel Discussion |
BREAK |
Current Status of Systemic Therapy for Metastatic |
Advances in Rx for High-Risk Melanoma and Uveal Melanoma |
Management of Toxicity of Immunotherapy |
Current Research, Cellular Therapy and Future Directions |
Panel Discussion |
Closing Remarks |
LUNCH |
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