INFORMATION

You can review the agenda here as a PDF.

Meet our 2024 Survivorship Conference Speakers and Moderators.

Emcee: Mathew Odette

8:00 AM | Registration, exhibitors, breakfast (in person)

8:05 AM | Morning Movement, Katie Plunkett, NASM-CPT, ACSM CET

8:30 AM | Welcome & Patient Perspective with Anne Blaes, MD, MS

8:45 AM | Opening Keynote Speaker, Ivan Wu, PhD

9:40 AM | Breakout Session #1 Choose one to attend:

• Cardio Oncology with Suma Konety, MD

• The Microbiome & Nutrition with Abby Johnson, PhD, RD

• "I Will Survive": Music, Wellbeing and Cancer Survivorship with Jenzi Silverman, MA, PhD, ATCL

10:35 AM | Breakout Session #2 Choose one to attend:

• Cardio Oncology with Suma Konety, MD

• The Microbiome & Nutrition with Abby Johnson, PhD, RD

• Caregivers: You Are Part of the Story with Allison Breininger, MAEd and Kyle Woody

11:20 AM | Lunch (in person only)

11:45 AM | Closing Keynote Speaker: Can You Hear My Voice? with Bill Brummel, Introduction by Karim Sadak, MD, MPH

12:45 PM | Exhibitors Available

Heritage Gallery

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• 8:05 AM | Morning Movement

• 9:40 AM | "I Will Survive": Music, Wellbeing and Cancer Survivorship breakout session

• 10:35 AM | Caregivers: You Are Part of the Story breakout session

Johnson Great Room

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• 9:40 AM | Cardio Oncology breakout session

• 10:35 AM | Cardio Oncology breakout session

Memorial Hall

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• 8:30 AM | Welcome & Patient Perspective

• 8:45 AM | Opening Keynote, Cancer & Sleep

• 9:40 AM | The Microbiome & Nutrition breakout session

• 10:35 AM | The Microbiome & Nutrition breakout session

• 11:35 AM | This Is Living with Cancer video

• 11:45 AM | Closing Keynote, Can You Hear My Voice? with Bill Brummel

See full agenda in chronological order here.

Meet our 2024 Survivorship Conference Speakers and Moderators.

• Mathew Odette

• Katie Plunkett, NASM-CPT, ACSM CET

• Anne Blaes, MD, MS

• Katina Lane-Fomby

• Ivan Wu, PhD

• Suma Konety, MD

• Kaia Verich, RN, BSN, OCN

• Abigail Johnson, PhD, RD

• Emily Stene, RN, BSN

• Kris King

• Jenzi Silverman, MA, PhD, ATCL

• Tara Rick, PhD, MPAS, PA-C

• Allison Breininger, MAEd

• Kyle Woody

• Amna Hussein, MBS

• Karim Sadak, MD, MPH, MSE

• Bill Brummel

Below are links to presentations by the Survivorship Conference speakers.

• Opening Keynote: Cancer & Sleep, Ivan Wu, PhD

• The Microbiome & Nutrition with Abby Johnson, PhD, RD

• Cardio Oncology with Suma Konety, MD

• "I Will Survive": Music, Wellbeing and Cancer Survivorship with Jenzi Silverman, MA, PhD, ATCL

• Caregivers: You Are Part of the Story with Allison Breininger, MAEd and Kyle Woody

• Can You Hear My Voice? with Bill Brummel

How do I access the livestream?

On Saturday, April 13 you can access the livestream using the buttons above. There are three Zoom links as there are up to three simultaneous sessions happening at once. You can review the agenda here (also in the section above) to follow along with the session schedule.

Where can I find conference recordings?

After the conference, it will take a week or two for us to edit and upload the recordings. Recordings will be posted on the website z.umn.edu/SurvConf once they are available. Join the mailing list to be notified when recordings are available.

How can I share my feedback?

Please email us at survivorship@umn.edu. A survey will also be emailed to attendees.

Can I make a donation?

Yes! Your donations help us keep this event free. You can make your donation at makingagift.umn.edu.

Who hosts this event?

This event is hosted by the Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota and M Health Fairview. View our planning committee .

Where can I get more resources?

Visit the Virtual Exhibit Booths for more resources from our virtual exhibitors. You can also find previous Conference recordings and materials from our past THRIVE Series at survivorship.umn.edu. Save the date for the Fall 2024 THRIVE Series Tuesday, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, and 12.

How do I learn more about a specific Virtual Exhibitor?

We recommend that you use their Virtual Exhibit Page to find their contact details or website to reach out to them directly. If you are having trouble, connect with our team at survivorship@umn.edu and we can help make the connection.

How long can I access the virtual exhibits?

The virtual exhibits will be open through at least fall 2024.