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SUMMARY:Cutting Edge Innovations and Treatments for Tomorrow's Cancer Care
DESCRIPTION:Dive into groundbreaking discoveries including the use of molecular biomarkers and how these guide treatments for patients with breast and gynecologic cancers\, preimplantation genetic testing for hereditary cancer mutations\, proton radiation therapy\, and more! \n\n\n \n**Special Bonus session (a more intimate Q and A with the experts) available at the end of the webinar exclusively for members of Sharsheret’s Embrace community facing metastatic breast or advanced ovarian cancer.** \n\n\n \nFor questions\, contact Bonnie Beckoff at bbeckoff@sharsheret.org. \n\n\n \nRegister here. \n  \n \n  \n \nSpeakers: \nIsabelle Choi\, MDClinical Director and Director of Research\, New York Proton Center \nDr. Isabelle Choi is the Clinical Director and Director of Research at the New York Proton Center.  Her research focus is in improving outcomes\, reducing toxicities\, and improving radiotherapy treatment delivery for breast malignancies.  She is also an Assistant Member of Radiation Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center\, where she is a member of the breast service. Before coming to NYPC\, Dr. Choi was appointed the Associate Director of Clinical Research and the Chief of the Breast Cancer\, Thoracic Oncology\, and Gynecologic Services at the California Protons Cancer Therapy Center in San Diego\, California.  She was then appointed Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.  Among her select national leadership appointments\, Dr. Choi is Chair of the Physician Advisory Committee of the National Association for Proton Therapy\, Chair of the Proton Collaborative Group (PCG) Breast Committee\, and Chair of the American Radium Society Breast Appropriate Use Criteria Committee. \n  \nMichelle Goldsammler\, MD\, FACOGReproductive Endocrinologist\, Infertility Specialist\, Gynecologist and Obstetrician\, Reproductive Medical Associates of New York\, Long Island \nDr. Michelle Goldsammler is a board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist and Obstetrician and Gynecologist. She has clinical expertise in both reproductive endocrinology as well as all aspects of fertility treatment such as IUI\, IVF as well as preventative and medically indicated fertility preservation. She cares for patients at both the Melville and Lake Success locations of RMA of New York — Long Island. \nBrittney S. Zimmerman\, MD Medical Oncologist\, Assistant Professor\, Zucker School of Medicine\, Northwell Health \nDr. Brittney S. Zimmerman is a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in the care of patients with breast and gynecologic cancers. She joined Northwell Health in 2021 as an attending physician. She’s also an Assistant Professor at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. \nShe earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College\, followed by residency and a fellowship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Zimmerman brings a combination of academic training and research to her patient care approach\, providing information about clinical trials and sharing advancements in evidence-based medicine. She has recently expanded her practice at the Northwell Cancer Center at Greenlawn/Huntington and opened the first breast cancer focused clinical trials at that site. She continues to work to open additional breast and gynecologic cancer trials\, so that patients can have access to state of the art treatment approaches\, close to home. \n  \nDisclaimer:  \nBy joining this program I understand and acknowledge that Sharsheret is not providing medical advice. Additionally\, I release and waive Sharsheret from any liability in the event of any accident or injury I may incur either during the course of this webinar or in performing any of the activities discussed during the same. 
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/cutting-edge-innovations-and-treatments-for-tomorrows-cancer-care/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T210000
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SUMMARY:Effortless Meals in Minutes
DESCRIPTION:Join us as innovative recipe developer Erin Grunstein @erin.eats.mtl\, shows us a few delicious and healthy one-sheet or one-pot dishes to simplify your meal preparation. This program is part of the “Sharsheret in the Kitchen” series\, which brings nutritious kosher meal options to empower all of us at risk for breast and ovarian cancer to make healthy diet choices. \nSpeaker \nErin Grunstein-Halpern\, Recipe Developer\, @erin.eats.mtl \nErin Grunstein-Halpern lives in Montreal\, Canada with her husband and 4 children. She is a pediatric physical therapist. As a newly married woman\, Erin developed a love for being creative in the kitchen and eventually started sharing recipes on her Instagram page\, @erin.eats.mtl. She knows how busy life can be and her goal is to share easy and healthy(ish) recipes for the busy family. While sharing recipes\, Erin gained a love of food photography as well and now she develops recipes with accompanying photographs for different companies. Erin’s goal is to bring families and friends together around the table\, and she believes that a shared love for food and tradition are the key ingredients to making this happen. \nRegister here. \nPresented with support from Cooperative Agreement DP24-0061 of the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. \n 
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/effortless-meals-in-minutes/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T190000
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DTSTAMP:20241023T175603Z
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SUMMARY:Sharsheret National Book Club with Rabbi Sharon Brous\, author of "The Amen Effect"
DESCRIPTION:Join Sharsheret for a discussion with Rabbi Sharon Brous\, author of “The Amen Effect”\, about “what it means to show up for each other in moments of joy and pain\, vulnerability and possibility\, to invest in relationships of shared purpose and build communities of care.” \nRegister here. \nFor questions\, contact Deborah Litwak dlitwak@sharsheret.org. \nSpeaker \nRabbi Sharon Brous\, Founding and Senior Rabbi\, IKAR \nSharon Brous is the founding and senior rabbi of IKAR\, a trail-blazing Jewish community based in Los Angeles. A leading voice at the intersection of faith and justice in America\, she has been named #1 Most Influential Rabbi in the U.S. by Newsweek/The Daily Beast. She blessed both President Obama and President Biden at their National Inaugural Prayer Services\, and her TED Talk “Reclaiming Religion” has been viewed 1.5 million times. Her work has been featured in the New York Times\, Los Angeles Times and Washington Post. She lives with her husband\, David Light\, and their children in California.
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/book-club-the-amen-effect/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T150000
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SUMMARY:Handmade Holiday Gifts
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art of glass fusion\, make a beautiful holiday gift for yourself or someone you love\, and support Sharsheret at the same time. No prior experience necessary – just your enthusiasm to explore the fascinating world of fused glass! Open to ages 10 and up. Limited space available. Register by November 5th to guarantee your spot. \n\n\n\nYou can select from the following projects: \n\n\n\n\n2 Suncatchers\n\n\n\nTea Light Candle holder\n\n\n\n6×6 Hanging Plaque\n\n\n\nSet of 2 coasters size 4×4\n\n\n\nHanging Pocket vase\n\n\n\nOr upgrade to a 7 inch square slump or drape project\n\nRegister here.  \n  \n 
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/handmade-holiday-gifts/
LOCATION:Fire Glass Studio\, 21123 Victory Blvd\, Canoga Park\, CA\, 91303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T200000
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SUMMARY:Ovarian Cancer Research Breakthroughs
DESCRIPTION:This program provides ovarian cancer patients with up-to-date information on innovative treatment strategies\, including HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)\, maintenance therapy\, and targeted treatments guided by tumor molecular profiling. It also highlights opportunities to participate in clinical trials\, while addressing prevention efforts for those with hereditary genetic risk and survivorship. \nBonus for our Embrace Community: We invite members of our Embrace community\, those facing advanced ovarian cancer\, to stay on at the end of the webinar for an intimate breakout session with our expert and Bonnie Beckoff\, Director of Sharsheret Support Services. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Bonnie Beckoff at bbeckoff@sharsheret.org. \nThis webinar is sponsored by:
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/ovarian-cancer-research-breakthroughs/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T123000
DTSTAMP:20250903T175734Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Tashlich: Letting Go of Cancer-Related Trauma in Preparation for the High Holidays
DESCRIPTION:As the Jewish New Year approaches\, many of us make apologies\, ask for forgiveness\, and we hope for a new year filled with health and happiness. But facing cancer can complicate the High Holidays. Maybe you can’t travel to spend the holidays with friends or family. Perhaps it is difficult to spend long periods of time at synagogue. And our concerns can extend beyond the practical. While facing such a difficult experience\, are we expected to ask for forgiveness? How can we even think about the coming year\, as we are still trying to get through the current one? Even the High Holiday liturgy can present challenges. \nJoin us on Friday\, September 26th at 12:30 pm EDT/9:30 am PDT\, to help you prepare for more meaningful High Holidays\, and the coming new year with special guest\, Rabbi Dr. Jason Weiner\, Executive Director of the Spiritual Care Department\, at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles\, who will speak about personal resilience during the holidays. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Rachel Teicher at rteicher@sharsheret.org. \n 
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/virtual-tashlich-letting-go-of-cancer-related-trauma-in-preparation-for-the-high-holidays-2/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20250903T175906Z
CREATED:20250903T175906Z
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SUMMARY:Before Their Time: Understanding the Rise in Cancer Among Younger Women
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar exploring why breast cancer and other cancers are increasingly being diagnosed at younger ages. Dr. Olopade will discuss contributing factors and what steps you can take to stay informed and remain proactive about your health. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Elissa Love at elove@sharsheret.org. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/before-their-time-understanding-the-rise-in-cancer-among-younger-women/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20250929T232251Z
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SUMMARY:The Impact of Culturally Competent Cancer Care: A Healthcare Professional Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, October 16th at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT for a free\, one-hour\, national training. It is appropriate for all health care professionals who have contact with patients\, including doctors\, nurses\, social workers\, genetic counselors\, patient navigators\, and more. Free continuing education credit may be available through ACCME\, ANCC\, ASWB and NYSW. Content includes the importance of culturally competent cancer care for all\, genetic information and cultural nuances\, as well as an introduction to the free resources Sharsheret can provide for you and your patients. \nRegister here.
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/the-impact-of-culturally-competent-cancer-care-a-healthcare-professional-training/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20251020T200952Z
CREATED:20250903T183742Z
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SUMMARY:In the Waiting Room: Managing Scanxiety
DESCRIPTION:Cancer often leads to anxiety on many different levels\, and scanxiety\, the feelings that emerge while waiting for test results\, is particularly challenging. Scans are prescribed to diagnose cancer\, stage a cancer diagnosis\, determine if treatment is working\, as well as check for a potential recurrence. \nIf you are in treatment\, a survivor\, or living with heightened cancer risk\, join us to explore scanxiety\, its unexpected impact\, and ways to mitigate its effects. \nBonus for our Embrace Community: We invite members of our Embrace community\, those facing metastatic breast cancer or advanced ovarian cancer\, to stay on at the end of the webinar for an intimate breakout session with our experts and Bonnie Beckoff\, Director of Sharsheret Support Services. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Bonnie Beckoff at bbeckoff@sharsheret.org. \n  \nIn partnership with Baptist Health: \n \nThe Waiting Room Program is sponsored by: \n \n  \n  \nThe Embrace Break out Room is sponsored by: \n \n  \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/in-the-waiting-room-managing-scanxiety/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T160000
DTSTAMP:20250926T133050Z
CREATED:20250903T183504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T133050Z
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SUMMARY:Protein Priorities: Here's what you really need to know to reduce cancer risk
DESCRIPTION:Join Rachel Beller\, MS\, RDN — CEO of the Beller Nutritional Institute and a leading cancer nutrition and weight management expert  for a science-backed webinar that cuts through the confusion around protein and cancer risk. Discover how the type and amount of protein in your diet can impact long-term health and practical actionable steps you can start using today. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Avigayil Keiser – akeiser@sharsheret.org
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/protein-priorities-heres-what-you-really-need-to-know-to-reduce-cancer-risk/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T200000
DTSTAMP:20251020T192620Z
CREATED:20250903T183910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T192620Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Side Effects for Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer Through Treatment and Survivorship
DESCRIPTION:Cancer treatments can take a lasting physical toll\, impacting comfort\, mobility\, and daily life. This webinar will focus on common challenges faced by people during and after treatment for breast cancer and ovarian cancer including fatigue\, pain\, psychological challenges (like anxiety\, depression\, and PTSD)\, lymphedema\, neuropathy\, and pelvic floor challenges such as recurrent UTIs\, urinary incontinence\, urgency and frequency of urination\, pain with urination\, dyspareunia\, vaginal atrophy\, and defecatory dysfunction. City of Hope Orange County experts Dr. Seth Cohen\, FACS\, Program Director\, Reconstructive Urology and Survivorship Fellowship\, and Dr. Jessica Cheng\, Assistant Clinical Professor\, Department of Supportive Care Medicine\, will explore practical\, evidence-based strategies to manage these challenges and highlight how care strategies can improve physical well-being during and after treatment. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Symone Sass at ssass@sharsheret.org.
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/managing-side-effects-for-breast-cancer-and-ovarian-cancer-through-treatment-and-survivorship/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T200000
DTSTAMP:20250911T195406Z
CREATED:20250903T184030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T195406Z
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SUMMARY:Unpacking Breast Cancer: Understanding Stages\, Common Types\, and Rare Forms
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative webinar on breast cancer\, where we’ll explore the stages of the disease\, from early detection to advanced progression. Learn about the most common types\, such as ductal and lobular carcinomas\, as well as rare forms like inflammatory and triple-negative breast cancer. This session aims to empower attendees with knowledge to better understand diagnosis\, treatment options\, and support resources. \nBonus for our Embrace Community: We invite members of our Embrace community\, those facing metastatic breast cancer or advanced ovarian cancer\, to stay on at the end of the webinar for an intimate breakout session with our experts and Bonnie Beckoff\, Director of Sharsheret Support Services. \nRegister here. \nQuestions? Contact Symone Sass at ssass@sharsheret.org. \nThe Embrace Breakout Room is sponsored by:
URL:https://sharsheret.andrewhickman.me/event/unpacking-breast-cancer-understanding-stages-common-types-and-rare-forms/
CATEGORIES:Clinical Event,National,Summit
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