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Rethinking Cancer Care: A Symposium on Family Caregiving and Healthcare Delivery
We are excited to announce the upcoming symposium, "Rethinking Cancer Care: A Symposium on Family Caregiving and Healthcare Delivery", funded by the PhD Program in Health Sciences (PPHS). This event promises to be a pivotal gathering for those interested in the latest insights and advancements in cancer care, with a special focus on the integral role of family caregivers. Date and Time: Thursday, May 30th, from 16:15 to 19:00, followed by an apéro. Location: Old University, Seminar Room 201, University of Basel, Rheinsprung 9, 4051 Basel.
We are excited to announce the upcoming symposium, "Rethinking Cancer Care: A Symposium on Family Caregiving and Healthcare Delivery", funded by the PhD Program in Health Sciences (PPHS). This event promises to be a pivotal gathering for those interested in the latest insights and advancements in cancer care, with a special focus on the integral role of family caregivers.
Date and Time: Thursday, May 30th, from 16:15 to 19:00, followed by an apéro.
Location: Old University, Seminar Room 201, University of Basel, Rheinsprung 9, 4051 Basel.
Featured Speakers:
Katrina R. Ellis, Ph.D. (via zoom): Assistant Professor of Social Work (School of Social Work), Assistant Professor of Health Behavior and Health Education (School of Public Health), and Faculty Associate (Research Center for Group Dynamics, Institute for Social Research). Dr. Ellis brings her extensive expertise in public health and family health interventions, with a focus on cancer prevention, survivorship, and self-management.
Christopher R. Friese, Ph.D., RN, AOCN (in person): Professor in Health Management and Policy (School of Public Health), Associate Director for Cancer Control and Population Sciences (University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center), Director at the Center for Improving Patient and Population Health (CIPPH). Dr. Friese is renowned for his contributions to enhancing the quality of cancer care and linking health services research with health policy to promote patient safety and care outcomes.
Lixin Song, PhD, RN, FAAN (in person): The Vice Dean of Research and Scholarship at the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA, Dr. Song specializes in cancer survivorship and family caregiving, using e-health and technology-based interventions to improve supportive cancer care.
Key Topics Include:
1. Highlighting the Critical Role of Family Caregiving in Cancer Care: Understanding the essential contributions of family caregivers to the cancer care workforce.
2. Integrating Family Caregiving into Healthcare Policy and Practice: Discussing strategies for embedding family caregiving into the fabric of cancer care policies and practices.
3. Exploring and Advocating for Comprehensive Support Systems: Delving into the creation and implementation of support systems for family caregivers of cancer patients.
This symposium is a must-attend for anyone involved or interested in the fields of cancer care, public health, policy-making, and beyond. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and network with leading experts and fellow attendees dedicated to improving cancer care delivery and support for family caregivers. The language of the symposium is English.
We look forward to welcoming you to an enlightening and engaging afternoon of discussion and discovery followed by an apéro by the Rhine River!
The event is free of charge but we request that you RSVP to facilitate the organization. To confirm your attendance or for more information, please provide your feedback to the registration form or to lisa.schiess@clutterunibas.ch