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SKCC Virtual Grand Rounds
Nov 4th 12:00 PM
Virtual Program
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"Drug Development in the Context of Lineage Plasticity and AR Independence" - Howard I. Scher, MD, Head, Biomarker Development Initiative, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York. Zoom Meeting ID: 964 6743 6685/Passcode: 501352
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2020-11-04T12:00:00-0500
2020-11-04T13:00:00-0500
https://Jefferson.zoom.us/j/96467436685?pwd=Vi83ZTRSU1N0bEtSMTdpdXhycnlmQT09
Location: https://Jefferson.zoom.us/j/96467436685?pwd=Vi83ZTRSU1N0bEtSMTdpdXhycnlmQT09
Description: "Drug Development in the Context of Lineage Plasticity and AR Independence" - Howard I. Scher, MD, Head, Biomarker Development Initiative, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York. Zoom Meeting ID: 964 6743 6685/Passcode: 501352
Registration is not required for this event.
Supportive Groups & Programs
Primary and Metastatic Ocular Melanoma (OM) Support Groups (Online/Telephone)
Nov 4th 1:00 PM
Virtual Program
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This group, in partnership with the Melanoma Research Foundation’s CURE OM, provides virtual support groups to individuals diagnosed with primary and metastatic ocular melanoma (OM). These groups are held via a virtual platform so that individuals from across the country can join either by phone or online. Information: Lauren Johnston, CURE OM Program Manager: ljohnston@melanoma.org
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2020-11-04T13:00:00-0500
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Description: This group, in partnership with the Melanoma Research Foundation’s CURE OM, provides virtual support groups to individuals diagnosed with primary and metastatic ocular melanoma (OM). These groups are held via a virtual platform so that individuals from across the country can join either by phone or online. Information: Lauren Johnston, CURE OM Program Manager: ljohnston@melanoma.org
Supportive Groups & Programs
Survivors to Thrivers: Virtual Breast Cancer Support Group
Nov 4th 4:30 PM
Virtual Program
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Facilitator: Sue Saporito, RN, BSN, OCN Oncology Nurse Navigator & Breast Cancer Survivor While in-person support groups are currently on hold due to social distancing guidelines, Jefferson Health’s Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center - Washington Township is still here to enhance the quality of life for breast cancer survivors in southern New Jersey. Jefferson now offers an online breast cancer survivor support group that provides both education and open discussion through Zoom, until in-person meetings can resume. To register, contact: Susan.Saporito@jefferson.edu.
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2020-11-04T16:30:00-0500
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Description: Facilitator: Sue Saporito, RN, BSN, OCN Oncology Nurse Navigator & Breast Cancer Survivor While in-person support groups are currently on hold due to social distancing guidelines, Jefferson Health’s Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center - Washington Township is still here to enhance the quality of life for breast cancer survivors in southern New Jersey. Jefferson now offers an online breast cancer survivor support group that provides both education and open discussion through Zoom, until in-person meetings can resume. To register, contact: Susan.Saporito@jefferson.edu.
Supportive Groups & Programs
Young Adults with Cancer Support Group
Nov 4th 5:30 PM
Virtual Program
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This is not your grandmother’s support group. Topics include dating, employment, fertility, and everything else that affects people in the 18-45 age range. Facilitators: Jodi Sandos, MSW, LCSW, and Miriam Pomerantz, MSW, LSW Registration: 215-503-7711 or Jodi.Sandos@jefferson.edu
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2020-11-04T17:30:00-0500
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Description: This is not your grandmother’s support group. Topics include dating, employment, fertility, and everything else that affects people in the 18-45 age range. Facilitators: Jodi Sandos, MSW, LCSW, and Miriam Pomerantz, MSW, LSW Registration: 215-503-7711 or Jodi.Sandos@jefferson.edu
Supportive Groups & Programs
Virtual Prostate Cancer Support Group
Nov 4th 7:00 PM
Virtual Program
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Are you a prostate cancer survivor, been recently diagnosed, or are interested in learning more about prostate cancer? Join us on Zoom for a confidential education and support group that provides helpful information to patients and their caregivers. Listen to professionals and patients share their experiences with the disease, treatments, outcomes, and side effects. To register, contact Joe Musumeci: joe4seeds@gmail.com or 856-278-1679.
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Description: Are you a prostate cancer survivor, been recently diagnosed, or are interested in learning more about prostate cancer? Join us on Zoom for a confidential education and support group that provides helpful information to patients and their caregivers. Listen to professionals and patients share their experiences with the disease, treatments, outcomes, and side effects. To register, contact Joe Musumeci: joe4seeds@gmail.com or 856-278-1679.
Special Event
Shine a Light on Lung Cancer
Nov 5th 12:00 PM
Virtual Program
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Join us for this year’s virtual Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event. A panel of lung cancer experts from SKCC will provide updates and advances in lung cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment and the opportunity to network with survivors.
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2020-11-05T12:00:00-0500
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Description: Join us for this year’s virtual Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event. A panel of lung cancer experts from SKCC will provide updates and advances in lung cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment and the opportunity to network with survivors.
Educational Class
Blood and Marrow Transplant Education Class for Patients and Their Caregiver (Autologous)
Nov 5th 1:00 PM
Virtual Program
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This class is recommended for individuals and their caregivers who are preparing for or considering stem cell transplant as a treatment option. This class will help prepare you for the stem cell transplant process. You and your caregiver will learn about what to expect during your hospitalization and after being discharged from the hospital. A tour of the unit will be available after the class concludes. Please contact a bone marrow transplant coordinator at 215-955-0352 if you are interested in attending a class and to check eligibility.
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2020-11-05T13:00:00-0500
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Description: This class is recommended for individuals and their caregivers who are preparing for or considering stem cell transplant as a treatment option. This class will help prepare you for the stem cell transplant process. You and your caregiver will learn about what to expect during your hospitalization and after being discharged from the hospital. A tour of the unit will be available after the class concludes. Please contact a bone marrow transplant coordinator at 215-955-0352 if you are interested in attending a class and to check eligibility.
Special Event
Coping with Cancer at the Holidays - Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
Nov 6th 12:00 PM
Virtual Program
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Facilitated by: Lisa Capparella, MSS, LCSW, OSW-C, & Jodi Sandos, MSW, LCSW Holidays can be stressful under the best circumstances. With all the visiting, shopping, planning, cleaning, decorating, and cooking, it’s easy to become tired and overwhelmed. When cancer treatment – or the lasting effects of past cancer treatment – are added to the mix, normal holiday stress can become unbearable. Join us to discuss some tips to help deal with the stress holidays can create.
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2020-11-06T12:00:00-0500
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Description: Facilitated by: Lisa Capparella, MSS, LCSW, OSW-C, & Jodi Sandos, MSW, LCSW Holidays can be stressful under the best circumstances. With all the visiting, shopping, planning, cleaning, decorating, and cooking, it’s easy to become tired and overwhelmed. When cancer treatment – or the lasting effects of past cancer treatment – are added to the mix, normal holiday stress can become unbearable. Join us to discuss some tips to help deal with the stress holidays can create.
Special Event
The Philadelphia Prostate Cancer Biome Project Virtual Patient Symposium: Advancements in Prostate Cancer
Nov 11th 4:00 PM
Virtual Program
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The Advancements in Prostate Cancer virtual symposium brings together some of the best and brightest minds in the Philadelphia region to provide updates on frontline research, innovative therapies, screening guidelines, and genetic testing. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Special Events at 215-955-9100 or events@jefferson.edu. For more information or to register, visit Jefferson.edu/GiveBiomeProject
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2020-11-11T16:00:00-0500
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https://jefferson.zoom.us/webinar/register/1015996771516/WN_zvyck-7sRk-6CL_tiREJ-Q
Location: https://jefferson.zoom.us/webinar/register/1015996771516/WN_zvyck-7sRk-6CL_tiREJ-Q
Description: The Advancements in Prostate Cancer virtual symposium brings together some of the best and brightest minds in the Philadelphia region to provide updates on frontline research, innovative therapies, screening guidelines, and genetic testing. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Special Events at 215-955-9100 or events@jefferson.edu. For more information or to register, visit Jefferson.edu/GiveBiomeProject
Registration is not required for this event.
Special Event
15th Annual Pancreatic Cancer and Related Diseases Patient Symposium
Nov 14th 10:00 AM
Virtual Program
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VIRTUAL EVENT to share the latest in medical therapies, surgical options, and innovative research for pancreatic cancerPlease visit Attend.Jefferson.edu/PancreaticSymposium to register and to receive event updates. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Jefferson Events at events@jefferson.edu or 215-955-9100. Advance registration is required. Presentation will be recorded for later viewing.
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2020-11-14T10:00:00-0500
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Description: VIRTUAL EVENT to share the latest in medical therapies, surgical options, and innovative research for pancreatic cancerPlease visit Attend.Jefferson.edu/PancreaticSymposium to register and to receive event updates. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Jefferson Events at events@jefferson.edu or 215-955-9100. Advance registration is required. Presentation will be recorded for later viewing.
Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Jefferson Health in the News
Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
NCI–designated since 1996
Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Ranked among the best hospitals for cancer care by
U.S. News & World Report
Your Philadelphia Resource for Nationally Recognized Oncology Expertise
ONE of only 71 National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Cancer Centers in the U.S.
Delivering comprehensive care through 4 Advanced Care Hubs across the Delaware Valley
More than 8,900 patients seen annually
About 18.5% of patients enrolled in clinical trials, making us one of the highest performing cancer centers nationally (top 2%)
Ranked "Outstanding" by the National Cancer Institute (NCI)
First U.S. clinic to offer genetic testing and counseling for men with prostate cancer
Neu Center for Supportive Medicine and Survivorship - One of the first centers to offers psychosocial support to cancer patients
Routinely ranked among the top cancer centers nationally by U.S. News & World Report
