ARCC - Cancer Summit Recap

Cancer Summit Recap

Overview

Below, you'll find:

Agenda with Slide Show Presentation(s) in pdf format
Photo Gallery from Celebrating the Journey Reception
Summit Recap Documents:
Evaluation Summary
Summit Participant List

Thank You to our Sponsors!

American Cancer Society
Arkansas Central Cancer Registry
BreastCare
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
Community Health Centers
Dr. Paul Greene
Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program
UAPB Minority Initiative Sub-Recipient Grant Office

Thank You to our Exhibitors!

American Cancer Society
Arkansas Central Cancer Registry
BreastCare
CARTI
HPN/SSISS/UAMS
New Outlook
Office of Minority Health & Health Disparities - ADH
Ovarian Cancer Taskforce
UAMS Library/National Library of Medicine
UAPB Minority Initiative Sub-Recipient Grant Office

The Coalition staff would also like to give special thanks to the Summit X Planning Committee for a tremendous job well done!

Arkansas Cancer Summit X Recap March 31, 2009 Holiday Inn Airport Conference Center
Take a Walk in my Shoes The first session of the day highlighted prostate cancer survivors and their journey from diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Two overriding themes for this session included the need for making informed decisions and the necessity for patients to be their own advocates.	Session Presenters Representative Fred Allen District 33 Representive Arkansas State Legislature Senator Hank Wilkins District 5 Sentor Arkansas State Legislature Dr. Barry Baskin Physician Arkansas Rehabilitation Association Linda VanBlaircom, MS Support System Facilitator Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation
Health Care Access: National and State Perspectives The second session covered some of the challenges of screening, diagnosis, and treatment. The session also covered the difficulty of navigating the health care system. This is especially true for those with less education, lower socioeconomic levels, lack of transportation or a support system. Dr. Halverson Presentation Hosea Long Presentation	Session Presenters Dr. Halverson Director Arkansas Department of Health Hannah Vogler Co-Founder The Colon Club Hosea Long Associate Vice Chancellor Chief Human Resources Officer, UAMS Linda VanBlaircom, MS Support System Facilitator Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation
Navigating the System This session focused on navigating patients through the health care system to ensure they receive the recommended treatment. Presenters also discussed ways to ensure the proper treatment and on going screenings. Dr. Peter Emmanuel Presentation Kimberly Enoch Presentation Debby Harris Presentation Michelle Trevino Presentation	Session Presenters Dr. Peter Emmanuel Executive Director Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Kimberly Enoch MMP Site Coordinator, Clinic Tech Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Dr. Barry Baskin Physician Arkansas Rehabilitation Association Debby Harris Northwest Region Care Coordinator BreastCare Michelle Trevino UAMS College of Public Health
Surviving and Thriving The final session of the day, cancer survivors shared their perspectives on life after cancer.	Session Presenters Anne Willis Director of Survivorship National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship Leah Elliot Chair Arkansas Ovarian Cancer Coalition Debby Dean, MSW, LCSW Clinical Oncology Social Worker Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Louise F. Scott, LSW Program Administrator BreastCare

Celebrating the Journey A Reception Honoring Tobacco Prevention Advocates in the Community March 30, 2009 Holiday Inn Airport Conference Center
The evening before the Summit, the Arkansas Cancer Coalition recognized individuals and organizations across the state for their efforts in tobacco prevention and cessation. Over 100 were in attendance as, approximately 70 individuals representing 28 organizations were recognized for their efforts. Several Arkansas legislatures were in attendance, including the Public Health Chair Representative Greg Reep, Speaker of the House Senator Robby Wills, and House Majority Leader Steve Harrelson.
Photo Gallery Click on the thumbnail image to view a larger image

Summit X Nuts and Bolts
Summit X boasts a record turnout. Click here to view a copy of the participant list.	The results are in and nearly 90% of you rated Summit either "Above Average" or "Excellent!" Click here to view an evaluation summary.