DDF invites the stomach cancer community to participate in
the live Patient Advocacy and Case Discussion via Zoom.
NEW
YORK, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Debbie's Dream
Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer (DDF) is proud to announce its
collaboration with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) at
the upcoming Gastroesophageal Cancer Research Center Retreat. This
invitation-only event will occur on Friday,
May 10, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00
p.m. EST and will feature impactful discussions among
leading Gastroesophageal Cancer (GEC) researchers. The program will
be led by esteemed figures such as Drs. Yelena Janjigian, Smita
Joshi, and Samuel Cytryn, who
are at the forefront of GEC research and patient care at MSK. DDF
will participate in the retreat's Patient Advocacy and Case
Discussion, which will take place at 5:00
p.m. EST, as a key supporter and a pioneering patient
advocacy group.
In line with DDF's goal to make advanced research and
discussions accessible, the Patient Advocacy and Case Discussion
segment will be virtually open to the general public via Zoom.
Interested participants must register in advance to receive access
to the discussion. DDF invites the stomach cancer community to
attend this unique opportunity to gain insights into the latest GEC
research developments and understand more deeply how patient
advocacy influences cancer care and treatment strategies.
Registration details can be found on the DDF website at
www.DebbiesDream.org/inspire_events.
"We're proud to be part of this impactful gathering of some of
the most brilliant minds in GEC research," said DDF's Chief
Executive Officer, Andrea Eidelman.
"Our virtual attendees can look forward to an insightful dialogue
on patient advocacy in cancer care, which reflects our ongoing
mission to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life."
This incredible collaboration builds on DDF and MSK's
partnership for the "Debbie's Dream Early Career Investigator in
Gastroesophageal Cancer" fellowship announced earlier this year.
The three-year fellowship will be executed under the leadership of
Dr. Yelena Janjigian at MSK,
emphasizing both organizations' commitment to pioneering cancer
research and education.
For more information about DDF programs and initiatives or to
register for upcoming events, please visit
www.DebbiesDream.org.
About Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach
Cancer
DDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated
to raising awareness about gastric cancer, advancing research
funding, and providing international education and support to
patients, families, and caregivers. DDF's ultimate goal is to
make the cure for stomach cancer a reality.
DDF was founded in 2009 by Debbie
Zelman after she was diagnosed with stage IV
incurable gastric cancer in 2008 and given only weeks to live.
Debbie is considered a pioneer by many for bringing awareness
to the plight of stomach cancer patients worldwide, as well as to
the lack of federal funding for stomach cancer research. She did
all of this while receiving hundreds of rounds of chemo and daily
oral treatments. Debbie passed away on December 23, 2017, at 50, almost a decade later.
As a result of her leadership, DDF now has a Scientific
and Medical Advisory Board of world-renowned doctors and
chapters throughout Canada and
Germany. DDF strives to continue
Debbie's mission to make her dream a reality. To learn more, visit
www.DebbiesDream.org.
Media Contact:
Brittnay
Starks, Communications Director
Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer
(954) 475-1200
377426@email4pr.com
www.DebbiesDream.org
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