Mesothelioma Symposium Brings Specialists and Survivors Together

Some of the nation’s top mesothelioma specialists are scheduled to share their expertise at the 2019 International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma. The event, organized by the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation, will be held March 24-27 in Bethesda, Maryland. The three-day symposium consists of two days of conference sessions and an advocacy day March 27. Mesothelioma patients, caregivers, family members and the bereaved community are invited to attend and learn about the latest treatment options for this rare cancer. “The symposium is a unique event for mesothelioma patients, their families and caregivers, where they can be face to face with dozens of mesothelioma experts from around the country and the world,” said Maja Belamaric, the director of communications for the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. While learning about treatment options is often a priority for most attendees, Belamaric said the social aspect of the event cannot be understated. “Even when they no longer need treatment information, attendees come back, year after year, for the community and friendships,” she said. Notable Lineup of Mesothelioma Experts This year’s International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma features an impressive lineup of speakers, all bringing their own unique insight into this asbestos-related cancer. Among the scheduled participants is Dr. Taylor Ripley, who recently took over as the director of the Mesothelioma Treatment Center at Baylor College of...
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