Welcome Message

Dear colleagues and friends,

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our conference “Update on Hereditary and Familial Cancer” organized by the LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics in collaboration with Princess Maxima Centre (Netherlands) & Children Against Cancer (CHANCE) Association. This conference is endorsed by the Lebanese Pediatric Society, the Lebanese Society of Medical Oncology, the Lebanese Society of Pathology and the Lebanese Society for General Surgery. This hybrid conference will be held on Friday September 29, 2023 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm online via WebEx and onsite at the LAU Medical Center - Rizk Hospital Auditorium D, 5th floor. 

This conference will provide a unique platform for in-depth discussions and knowledge exchange regarding the genetic aspects of these cancer syndromes. Hereditary cancer accounts for 10% of all cancers and touches several families worldwide and particularly in the Middle East and Lebanon where consanguinity rates are very high. 

The conference will feature keynote lectures, panel discussions, interactive case presentations, and networking opportunities, allowing participants to engage with leading experts and gain valuable insights into the field. We will explore cutting-edge research, advancements in genetic testing, personalized treatment approaches, and strategies for effective genetic counseling. Click here to see the program.

Our goal is to foster collaboration among healthcare providers, researchers, geneticists, oncologists, and counselors to enhance our understanding of hereditary and familial cancers and improve patient care and outcomes. By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we aim to drive progress in the field and pave the way for innovative solutions. The target audience include Oncologists, Hematologists, Surgeons, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Geneticists, Radiologists, Psychiatrists, Laboratory Medicine specialists, NGO’s and other healthcare professionals specializing in fields like nursing, oncogenetics, cytogenetics, laboratory, molecular biology, radiology and imaging technicians, pharmacists, media, physiotherapists, nutritionists, psychology and ethics.

Looking forward to your presence and active contribution, click here to register for free.

Sincerely,

Roula Farah, MD, FAAP
Activity Director
Professor of Clinical Medicine
Department of Pediatrics
LAU Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine