The Survive & Thrive Gynecologic Cancer Patient and Caregiver Program was held on Friday, September 29, 2023.

Program Co-Chair: Dr. Jenna Z. Marcus, MD and Karen Novak, RN MSN ACNP-BC
The Survive and Thrive Gynecologic Cancer Program is a public education event hosted by the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Northwestern Medicine. This one-day course provides patients with a unique opportunity to access current information and engage with experts in the field of gynecologic oncology.
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The program brings together surgical and medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals from Northwestern Medicine and across Chicago to discuss the latest advances in cancer therapies, research, and supportive care methodology. The agenda features internationally recognized experts who will engage attendees in dialogue on the latest scientific updates and cancer treatments. Other event highlights include an exhibit hall, a catered breakfast and lunch, a cocktail reception, and a wellness activity.
VIEW AGENDA

Scientific Breakthroughs

Updates in Treatment for Metastatic and Recurrent Endometrial Cancer
Raanan Alter, MD

​Scientific Breakthroughs: Ovarian Cancer
Emily Hinchcliff, MD, MPH

Clinical Trials and Promising Therapies

Molecular Classification of Endometrial Cancer:
Implications for Clinical Practice 
​Emma Barber, MD

​Clinical Trials in Ovarian Cancer
Daniela Matei, MD

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Healthcare Disparities in Gynecologic Oncology
​Dario Roque, MD

Cancer Genetics
Lucy Godley, MD, PhD

From the Bench: Basic Science Updates/Translational Science

Editing genetic information to model and target human diseases
Mazhar Adli, PhD


​Research in Endometrial Cancer
Julie Kim, PhD

The Pathology of Gynecologic Cancers
Amanda Strickland, MD

Special Thanks to our Exhibitors

Special Thanks to our Advocacy Groups

Special Thanks to our Wellness Activity Partners

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