T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
The team at the T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center combines innovative research, advanced technologies, and an integrated approach to provide individualized treatment for each of their patients.
Through their Melanoma and Skin Cancer Program, you’ll have access to the leading care from some of the nation’s leading skin health experts including surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, nurses, and therapists.
Their melanoma program offers all its services needed to treat the whole person — not just the disease — in one location. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with melanoma or need additional screening or diagnostics, their collaborative multidisciplinary team will provide you with truly customized care and serve as a helpful resource every step of the way.
Date: Saturday – April 10, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM (ET) | 10:00 AM (CT) | 9:00 AM (MT) | 8:00 AM (PT)
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Location: This is a virtual, live presentation
Presenters & Topics
11:00 AM ET
Welcome and Introductions
Mark Gimbel, MD
Medical Director, T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence
Surgical Oncology
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
The following talks will be hosted by Mark Gimbel, MD
Q&A to follow each talk
11:05 AM ET
What is This Funny Spot?
Mary Frausto, MSN, FNP-C
Dermatology
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
11:20 AM ET
It’s Melanoma, Now What?
Mark Gimbel, MD
Medical Director, T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence
Surgical Oncology
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
11:40 AM ET
A Journey Through The Timeline of Breakthrough Therapies in Stage IV Melanoma
Fade Mahmoud, MD
Associate Director, T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence
Medical Oncologist
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
12:00 PM ET
Could This Be Genetic?
Jennifer Siettmann, MS, CGC
Certified Genetic Counselor
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
12:20 PM ET
The Psychological, Emotional, and Behavioral Impact of a Cancer Diagnosis on Patients, Family, and Caregivers
Rena Szabo, Psy.D., M.A., M.Ed.
Banner Medical Group Psychology Director
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
12:40 PM ET
Survivorship: How to Thrive with Cancer
Lynn McNally, DNP, ACNP-BC
Cancer Survivorship
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
Sandy Olvera, MPH, MSN, FNP-BC
Cancer Survivorship
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
1:00 PM ET
Panel Q&A
Hosted by Allison Beavers, Multi-Disciplinary Program Director
T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
1:15 PM ET
Resources for Support & Education
Samantha Guild
President
AIM at Melanoma Foundation
1:20 PM ET
Closing Remarks
Mark Gimbel, MD
Medical Director, T.W. Lewis Melanoma Center of Excellence
Surgical Oncology
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center