Prof J Laubach, expert in multiple myeloma, will dicuss recent advances in Multiple Myeloma management. More information on Prof Laubach and Dana Farber can be found here.
Dr. O'Gorman founder of MIRT and Consultant Haematologist will speak on the latest updates in clinical trials in Ireland and the impact they have on the patient. More information on Dr. O'Gorman and MIRT can be found here.
Ms Kelly set up Ireland's first myeloma support group, running monthly meetings to provide advice and support to patients, families and carers.
09.15 | Registration – tea/coffee |
10.00 | Mary Kelly, Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Haematology & Board Member Welcome & Introductions |
10.15 | Dr G Le, SPR Midland Regional Hospital, Tullamore Overview of Multiple Myeloma |
10.45 | Dr C Hayes, SPR Mater Hospital, Dublin Research in Practice |
11.00 | Mr Joe O’Brien Patient experience |
11.15 | Break |
11.45 | Ms G Warpole Carer Experience |
12.00 | Breakout Session 1
Prof M O’Dywer, University College Hospital, Galway
Reviewing treatment options Ms Joanne Sweeney, Family Therapist
Working together to manage Multiple Myeloma Ms Theresa Kelly, Community Welfare Officer & Dorothy Stuart-Thomas, Irish Cancer Society
Support Services
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13.00 | Lunch |
14.00 | Breakout Session 2
Ms Liz Higgins Autologous Transplant Co-Ordinator St James Hospital, Dublin
Preparing for Autologous Transplantation Ms Joanne Sweeney, Family Therapist
Working together to manage Multiple Myeloma Ms Theresa Kelly, Community Welfare Officer & Dorothy Stuart-Thomas, Irish Cancer Society
Support services |
15.00 | Prof J Laubach, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, US Recent Advances in Multiple Myeloma management |
15.30 | Dr Peter O’Gorman, Mater Hospital, Dublin Update on Clinical Trials in Ireland |
16.00 | AGM & Election of Officers |
17.00 | Closes |