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Multiple Myeloma and Amyloidosis Patient Day educational conference planned for Sept. 27

Posted Date: 8/27/2008

Are you a multiple myeloma or amyloidosis patient, survivor, loved one, caregiver or health care professional? You are invited to attend a free, day-long educational conference about multiple myeloma and amyloidosis, hosted by the Karmanos Cancer Institute at the Palace of Auburn Hills on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Experts from Karmanos, the International Myeloma Foundation and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., are scheduled to speak. They are:

  • Michael Katz, vice president of the International Myeloma Foundation and 18 year myeloma survivor
  • Shaji Kumar, M.D., Mayo Clinic
  • Silva Lalo, MBA, Karmanos Cancer Institute
  • Rachel Snyder, Ph.D., Karmanos Cancer Institute
  • Joseph Uberti, M.D., Ph.D., Karmanos Cancer Institute
  • Jason Valent, M.D., Karmanos Cancer Institute
  • Linda Vanni, RN, MSN, Karmanos Cancer Institute
  • Jeffrey Zonder, M.D., Karmanos Cancer Institute

The topics that will be discussed include:

  • Bone Health in Myeloma and Other Cancers
  • Clinical Trials: Understanding Clinical Research
  • Living Well with Myeloma
  • Overview of Amyloidosis: Team Approach to Therapy
  • Overview of Myeloma: Latest Advances in Treatment
  • Pain Management
  • Role of Stem Cell Transplant in Multiple Myeloma

For an informational brochure, click here.

Attendees will be able to meet with other people who have the same medical issues to exchange ideas and experiences, enjoy a relaxing free massage, receive information on managing appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment and receive coupons for haircuts, wigs and cosmetic products. Lunch will be catered by the Palace Sports & Entertainment Corporation free of change.

WHAT:  Multiple Myeloma and Amyloidosis Patient Day educational conference

WHEN:  Saturday, Sept. 27, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

WHERE:  The Palace of Auburn Hills
In the Ameriprise Financial Club
4 Championship Drive, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

RSVP:  To register for this free educational conference, call 313-576-8730 or register here.




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