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The MMRF educates clinicians on the diagnosis of multiple myeloma and keeps them abreast of the latest developments in treatments with our continuing medical education (CME) symposia. The MMRF also updates patients and caregivers on the most promising research being conducted in the disease. Each year, the MMRF conducts these physician and patient symposia at approximately 7 to 10 myeloma centers nationwide.
To register for an Institutional Insights Clinician or Patient Program, please select an event below.
Upcoming Seminars (click date for details and registration):
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 Monday, September 17 - Tuesday, September 18, 2007 - Boston, MA Clinical Controversies in Multiple Myeloma
A collaborative program brought to you by the MMRF, Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, and Harvard Medical School Department of Continuing Education.
Clinical Controversies in Multiple Myeloma provides practical insight on how to apply the latest advances in diagnosis, prognosis, frontline therapy, treatments for relapsed/refractory disease, management of bone disease and supportive care. Our panel of experts will discuss case studies as they apply to the topics.
A Personal Consult from the Experts!
Do you have a clinical controversy in your practice today? Register to attend and submit your case for review by our panel of experts.
Clinician Program
Monday, September 17
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Best Western Boston The Inn at Longwood Medical
342 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
Agenda:
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Registration |
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Program |
NOTE:
(Dinner will be provided) |
Detailed Agenda:
Welcome & Introduction
Co-Chairs: Kenneth Anderson, MD & Paul Richardson, MD
Dana Farber Cancer Institute |
Frontline Therapy
Nikhil Munshi, MD
Dana Farber Cancer Institute |
Transplant
William Bensinger, MD
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center |
Relapsed/Refractory Disease
Paul Richardson, MD
Dana Farber Cancer Institute |
Supportive Care
Sagar Lonial, MD
Emory University School of Medicine |
Clinical Trials
Kenneth C. Anderson, MD
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Panel Q & A
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Evaluation & Adjourn
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Housing Available:
- $179 per night plus tax
- There are a limited number of discounted rooms available at Best Western The Inn at Longwood Medical. Rooms are available on a first come first serve basis.
- Reservations must be made by August 27, 2007. To make reservations call 1.800 GOT BEST or (617) 731.4700.
Patient Program
Tuesday, September 18
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Best Western Boston The Inn at Longwood Medical
342 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
Patient Agenda:
8:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Registration & Continental Breakfast |
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Patient & Caregiver Program |
Detailed Agenda:
Welcome & Introduction
Co-Chairs: Kenneth Anderson, MD & Paul Richardson, MD
Dana Farber Cancer Institute |
Frontline Therapy
Nikhil Munshi, MD
Dana Farber Cancer Institute |
Transplant
William Bensinger, MD
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center |
Relapsed/Refractory Disease
Paul Richardson, MD
Dana Farber Cancer Institute |
Supportive Care
Sagar Lonial, MD
Emory University School of Medicine |
Clinical Trials
Kenneth C. Anderson, MD
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Panel Q & A
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Evaluation & Adjourn
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Wednesday, November 1 and Thursday, November 2, 2006 - Los Angeles, CA Clinical Controversies in Multiple Myeloma: A collaborative program brought to you by the MMRF.
Where
Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard
11461 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90049 ( map)
FREE Patient & Caregiver Symposium
Thursday, November 2
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
A boxed lunch will be provided during the break.
Patient Agenda:
10:30 AM - Registration
11:00 AM - Program Begins
12:00 PM - Box Lunch Break
2:00 PM - Program Concludes
FREE Clinician Symposium
Wednesday, November 1
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
A boxed dinner will be provided during the break.
Faculty
James R. Berenson, MD - Course Director
Additional faculty information coming soon!
Cost
Patient & Caregiver Program is FREE. Box Lunch is provided during the break.
Clinician Symposium is FREE. Dinner is provided at registration.
Directions
From Los Angeles International Airport: 12 miles from the hotel. Driving from the Los Angeles International Airport to the Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard: Exit Airport and take I-405 North. Exit Sunset Boulevard. Turn left onto Sunset Boulevard. Hotel will be on the right side.
From the Los Angeles International Airport taxi fare is approximately $50.00 USD. Luxe Towncars offer round trip transportation for $104.00 USD. Transfer is approximately 30-45 minutes.
Parking
Please contact the hotel at (310) 476-6571 for parking information.
Lodging*
Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard
11461 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6571
Online reservations
*The MMRF does not have rooms reserved - please contact hotel for availablility and rates.
Thursday, October 4 - Friday, October 5, 2007 - Philadelphia, PA
Patient & Caregiver Program
Thursday, October 4
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Hilton Inn at Penn
3600 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA
Patient Agenda:
Event Information:
Professional CME Program
Friday, October 5
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The Hilton Inn at Penn
3600 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA
Professional Agenda:
Friday, November 2 - Saturday, November 3 - Stanford, CA
Patient & Caregiver Program
Friday, November 2
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Stanford University
Tressider Union Building Oak Lounge (East & West)
459 Lagunita Drive
Stanford, CA
Patient Agenda:
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Registration
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4:30 PM
Welcome & Introduction
Program Chair: Steven E. Coutre, MD |
4:40 PM
Frontline Therapy
Rafael Fonseca, MD |
5:05 PM
Transplant
William Bensinger, MD |
5:30 PM
Relapsed/Refractory Disease
Donna Weber, MD |
5:55 PM
Supportive Care
Sagar Lonial, MD |
6:25 PM – 6:45 PM
Dinner
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6:45 PM
Clinical Trials
Steven E. Coutre, MD |
7:10 PM
Panel Q & A
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7:40 PM
Evaluation & Adjourn |
Event Information:
A collaborative program brought to you by the MMRF and Stanford University School of Medicine.
Clinical Controversies in Multiple Myeloma provides practical insight on how to apply the latest advances in diagnosis, prognosis, frontline therapy, treatments for relapsed/refractory disease, management of bone disease and supportive care. Our panel of experts will discuss case studies as they apply to the topics.
A Personal Consult from the Experts!
Do you have a clinical controversy in your practice today? Register to attend and submit your case for review by our panel of experts.
Professional Program
Saturday, November 3
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Stanford University
Tressider Union Building Oak Lounge (East & West)
459 Lagunita Drive
Stanford, CA
Professional Agenda:
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Registration & Breakfast
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8:30 AM
Welcome & Introduction
Program Chair: Steven E. Coutre, MD
Stanford University Medical Center |
8:40 AM
Frontline Therapy
Rafael Fonseca, MD
Mayo Clinic Scottsdale |
9:05 AM
Transplant
William Bensinger, MD
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center |
9:30 AM
Relapsed/Refractory Disease
Donna Weber, MD
MD Anderson Cancer Center |
9:55 AM
Supportive Care
Sagar Lonial, MD
Emory University School of Medicine |
10:20 AM
Break
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10:35 AM
Clinical Trials
Steven E. Coutre, MD
Stanford University Medical Center |
11:00 AM
Panel Q & A
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11:30 AM
Evaluation & Adjourn
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