Free One-Day AA and MDS Conference in Seattle, June 2010
 

The Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation (AA&MDSIF) and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center will host a free one-day conference for AA and MDS patients and their family members on Saturday, June 19, 2010.

Come learn the latest on the diagnosis and treatment of AA, MDS, and Myeloproliferative Disorder (MPD) from leading experts. (One session will cover treatment of PNH as well.) Get your questions answered. Learn about treatment options, how to talk to your doctor, and methods for maintaining emotional and physical health. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Speakers will include:

• Dr. H. Joachim Deeg, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & University of Washington
• Dr. Anneclaire J. De Roos, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & University of Washington
• Dr. Bart Scott, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & University of Washington
• Dr. Akiko Shimamura, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & Seattle Children's Hospital
• Dr. David Steensma, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute & Harvard University
• Dr. Ruben Mesa, Mayo Clinic, Arizona
• Dr. Elihu Estey, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center & University of Washington

When:

Saturday, June 19, 2010, from 9:00am to 4:15pm
Registration begins at 8:00am

Where:

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (Google map)
Weintraub Building, Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109

Park free in the visitor parking area on Campus Drive in front of the Thomas Building or in the employee parking area on Aloha Street. Enter through the Thomas Building. See campus map.

Registration:

For more information (including hotel accommodations) or to register, see the event page, the online registration page, or phone 877-295-5620 or 507-288-5620 and ask for the registrar. Identify the event you want to attend: Current Management of MDS, MPD and Aplastic Anemia, Seattle.