UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, May 10, 2010
I Signed as the Doctor: Surviving Cancer
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, RRL 103, NY, NY, 6-7 pm
Description: In this talk, I'll discuss my experiences as a cancer doctor and cancer patient with the Associates Committee of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) Society, a volunteer group dedicated to supporting cancer patients, education, and research.
For information on the MSKCC Society Click here
PAST EVENTS
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
A Journey Through Lymphoma: A Doctor's Perspective
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC), NY, NY, 5:30-7:00 pm
Description: In this seminar, presented as part of the Post Treatment Resources Program (PTRP) at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, I shared my journey through diagnosis and treatment for lymphoma. A question-and-answer period followed the presentation.
For information on upcoming programs for cancer survivors at MSKCC, Click here
Monday, March 16, 2009
I Signed as the Doctor Book Talk
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, NY, NY, 5:30-7:00 pm
Description: In this seminar, I described my experiences as a cancer doctor and cancer survivor, read selections from my book, and had a discussion with seminar participants. (The video of this talk is on the Book page of this site.)
Sunday, April 19, 2009
"Get Connected" with Christine Nagy, host
Lite FM radio 106.7, 7:00-7:30 am
Description: In this half-hour radio show, I was interviewed by Christine Nagy, the fabulous host of "Get Connected." We discussed developments in breast cancer screening as well as my personal experiences as a cancer doctor and cancer survivor. We were joined by Stacey Eisler, Deputy Director of the May Center for Health, Fitness, & Sport at the 92nd Street Y, who coordinated the Y's Partnership Symposium on Conquering Breast Cancer on Sunday April 26 2009.
To listen to the interview: Click here
Sunday, April 26, 2009
The Partnership Symposium: Conquering Breast Cancer
The 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue, NY, NY, 12:30-5:45 pm
Description: Combining the resources of the Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and the Greater NYC Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, this groundbreaking event at the 92nd Street Y provided a forum for experts to talk about the latest developments in breast cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment. I gave a talk, "Screening, Self-Examining, and Surviving," and spoke briefly about my experience as a doctor in a cancer hospital and cancer survivor. I also signed books and chatted with readers.
Information: Call 212-415-5500 or Click here
Monday, June 1, 2009
Literature & Medicine: The Doctor as Writer and Reader
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 45th Annual Meeting
11:30am-12:45pm, Level 2, W203C, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FLA
Description: This educational session at the world's largest annual cancer meeting focused on fostering humanism in oncology by engaging the arts, with specific attention to film, poetry, and literature. In my talk, I shared selections from my book, I Signed as the Doctor, in the context of discussing physician-writers and portrayals of illness in literature.
Information: Click here
Wednesday, June 3, 2009 "The Oncology Show;" Dr. Abraham Chachoua & Dr. Sylvia Formenti, hosts
Sirius-XM Radio, 12:00-2:00 pm
Description: In this show, hosted by two oncology experts, I shared the personal perspective of a cancer doctor surviving cancer as described in my book, I Signed as the Doctor. The format was live with listener call-ins, and the show was aired several times within weeks of the initial broadcast.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Women Conquering Cancer: A Celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day
Akbar Hall, 1174 Bedford Ave (between Putnam Ave & Madison St), Brooklyn. 1:30-4:30 pm
Description: This community event, organized by the terrific group Women Conquering Cancer, was part of an annual wordwide celebration of people living with and beyond cancer. In the keynote address, I shared insights from my personal experience as a cancer doctor and survivor. After the talk, I signed books and traded stories with seminar participants.
Info: contact Khaleela Shabazz, Chair, Women Conquering Cancer, Ksha1949@yahoo.com
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I Signed as the Doctor: For Survivors and Friends
Time: 5:30-7:00 pm
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, Room M107, New York, NY
Description: In this seminar organized by the Post-Treatment Resource Program at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center for cancer survivors and their loved ones, families, and caregivers, I shared my experiences as a cancer doctor and cancer survivor, read selections from my book, and had an open discussion with participants.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
I Signed as the Doctor Book Talk
Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
Location: The Breast Examination Center of Harlem, 163 W 125th St, 4th Floor, NY, NY
Description: In this seminar for health care providers, I discussed my experiences as a cancer doctor and cancer survivor as described in my book, I Signed as the Doctor. I shared practical cancer coping strategies for individuals with cancer, their loved ones, and their caregivers.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
The Group Room Cancer Talk Radio Show: "When the Doctor and Nurse Become the Patient" Time: 4:00-6:00 pm
Description: In this show, which takes live questions from the audience, I participated in a discussion with two health care professionals who (like me) are also writers and cancer survivors-- Julie Silver MD and Nancy Jo Bush RN. We shared our experiences with the journey from health care provider to recipient.
To listen: click here
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Lymphoma: A Survivor's Perspective
NY Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge, 333 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY, 8:15-8:45 am
Description: The annual North American Educational Forum on Lymphoma, sponsored by the Lymphoma Research Foundation, gives people with lymphoma and their loved ones key information about treatment, support, and research. In the keynote address, I used my dual perspective as a survivor and a doctor to give coping strategies to patients, families, and loved ones. I also made suggestions to doctors on how to better care for individuals with lymphoma. Afterwards, I chatted with readers and signed books; all proceeds were donated to the Lymphoma Research Foundation.
Information: Call 800-500-9976 or Click here
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
I Signed as the Doctor: Surviving Cancer
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, NY, NY, 10:30-11:00 am
Description: In this talk, I described my experiences as a cancer doctor and cancer patient to the Board of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) Society, a volunteer group dedicated to promoting the well-being of patients, supporting cancer research, and providing public education on the prevention, early detection, and treatment of cancer.
For information on the MSKCC Society Click here
