2017 Ruesch Center Symposium
The 8th Annual Ruesch Center Symposium: Fighting a Smarter War on Cancer
Symposium Content
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Content: Slides & Videos - COMING SOON
About
Part 1: Advances in GI Cancer: 2017
Thursday, November 30 | 6:00pm–9:30pm | Maggiano's Little Italy, Chevy Chase
Leading medical professionals will discuss the advances in the GI cancer field over the past year.
Part 2: Innovations in GI Cancer
Friday, December 1 | 9:30am–3:00pm | Georgetown University Hotel & Conference Center
A unique forum for discussions on cutting-edge research, and the pipeline of promising new therapies and technologies in GI cancers.
Special: The Luminary Awards in GI Cancers
Friday, December 1 | 6:00pm–9:00pm | The St. Regis Hotel
To honor renowned clinicians, researchers, patients and advocates who have devoted their time, talent and resources to improving the care for patients and families who are affected by GI Cancers.
Part 3: Patient Symposium
Saturday, December 2 | 8:30am–2:00pm | Georgetown University Hotel & Conference Center
Bringing patients and families disease-specific information and education, tools for managing their cancer care, and engage them in a discussion of the promise of emerging therapeutic approaches in cancer care.
Special: Young Adults with GI Cancer Bowling Event
Saturday, December 2 | 3:00pm–5:00pm | Pinstripes Georgetown
Join other young adult cancer survivors, their friends and family for a fun afternoon of bowling, good food and connecting with others.