Dance is widely recognized as an art form—expressive, imaginative, and inspiring. Yet beneath each movement lies a sophisticated blend of physical strength, biomechanics, mental resilience, and overall health. This intersection is where dance medicine plays a vital role.
Breast cancer care is constantly evolving, and staying informed is essential for healthcare professionals committed to delivering the best outcomes for patients. Northwest AHEC invites you to the 20th Annual Breast Cancer Symposium—a premier event bringing together experts in oncology, radiology, pathology, genetics, and surgery for a full day of learning and collaboration.
Event Details:
📅 Date: January 16, 2026
📍 Location: M.C. Benton Jr. Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST
👥 Audience: Medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, nurses, and allied health professionals
Why Attend?
This symposium offers a unique opportunity to:
- Gain insights into multidisciplinary approaches to breast cancer care.
- Learn about advances in imaging, genetic testing, and surgical techniques.
- Explore oncofertility considerations and survivorship perspectives.
- Network with leading experts and peers in the field.
Agenda Highlights:
- Oncofertility in Breast Cancer Patients – Luwam Ghidei, MD
- Benign Breast Disease – Jacqueline Doby, MSN FNP-C
- Breast Cancer Pathology: From Atypia to Cancer – Nabil Rahoui, MD
- Updates in Genetic Testing – Thuy My Vu, MS, CGC
- Survivor Panel
- Surgical Treatment in Young Women – Charity Glass, MD
- Breast Reconstruction Techniques – Bennett Calder, MD
- Screening & Diagnosis Advances (3D Mammography to CEM) – Kelly Cronin, MD
- San Antonio Update – Emily Douglas, MD & Katherine Ansley, MD
- Ask the Expert: Case Presentation – Edward Levine, MD, Mike Pierro, MD, Laura Allen, MD
Learning Objectives:
- Understand differences between imaging modalities (CEM vs. MRI vs. Ultrasound)
- Recognize pathology distinctions between atypical and malignant lesions
- Apply updated genetic testing guidelines
- Discuss surgical management in young women
- Integrate oncofertility considerations
- Assess emerging breast reconstruction techniques
Register Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your knowledge and improve patient care.
👉 Register Here
The 39th Annual Northwest AHEC Respiratory Care Conference, held February 19-20, 2025, brought together 127 respiratory care professionals from six states (CA, FL, NC, SC, TN, TX) and 46 North Carolina counties for two days of education and professional development.
This year’s conference featured expert-led sessions on critical and emerging topics in respiratory care, including AI Use in Respiratory Care, Advancing Respiratory Therapy Practice and Professional Advocacy, Conundrums in PFT Interpretation, Pharmacology Updates for RTs, Pediatrics for RTs, ECMO Perspectives from Patient and Provider, HFNC, Long COVID and Pulmonary Fibrosis, Update in Advanced Diagnostic Bronchoscopy, From Primary Care to Sleep Medicine: The Expanding Role of Respiratory Therapists, and GOLD 2025 Updates.
With a strong emphasis on advancements in technology, clinical practice and interdisciplinary collaboration, the conference provided respiratory therapists with valuable insights and practical applications to enhance patient care.
The event continues to be a resource for professional development, offering respiratory therapists opportunities to expand their knowledge and stay at the forefront of the evolving field.
We can't wait until next year!
Special thanks to our planning committee members and NWAHEC staff who work to make this conference a success!
