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Educational Presentation
for the Community
Innovative Minimally Invasive
Techniques for Head and Neck, Thyroid Cancers
Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Time: 7 to 8:30 pm
Location: Cancer Center Lobby,
3 Edmund D. Pellegrino Road, Stony Brook
Presenters: Ghassan Samara, MD;
Mark Marzouk, MD; Andrzej Kudelka, MD; and Tamara Weiss, MD, MS.
Description: Learn about surgical advances including minimally invasive techniques and reconstructive surgery, for thyroid, head and neck cancers. Radiation oncology treatment, speech pathology and the latest research will also be discussed. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation.
Fee: Free
To register: (631) 444-4000
Support Group
Lung Cancer
Support Group
Date: May 15, 2012
Time: 7 to 8 pm
Location: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Stony Brook
Description: The Lung Cancer Support Group is open to patients and their family/friends, as well as to community members. Patients and others
receive support by sharing their experiences with others with lung cancer.
Fee: Free
To register: (631) 444-4000
Support Services
Strength for Life Exercise Class
Date: May 8, 2012, ongoing,
every Tuesday
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 pm
Location: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, 3 Pellegrino Road, Stony Brook
Room: 2nd Floor, Medical Oncology Waiting Room
Description: A free exercise class for those who are undergoing or have been treated for cancer.
Fee: Free
For information: (631) 444-4000
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 Inspirational Speaker
Sponsored by Gloria and Mark Snyder
Ted Kennedy Jr.
Facing the Challenge: Surviving Cancer Since losing one of his legs to bone cancer in 1973 at the age of 12, Ted Kennedy Jr. has devoted his life’s work to advocating civil rights for the disabled. He has lectured around the world about his experiences with cancer to help motivate, teach and inspire future generations of cancer survivors to stand up for their rights and take charge of their lives.11 am Guest Check-In (box lunch provided to those who register by May 25)
11:30 am to 12:15 pm Speaker Presentation
Location: Stony Brook University Cancer Center • 3 Edmund D. Pellegrino Road, Stony Brook. Follow signs to the outdoor tent, located behind the Cancer Center.
Outdoor Activities
Activities include Dunk-a-Doc, Bedpan Golf, Chemo Bag Toss, Face Painting, Fire Truck Visit and a Scavenger Hunt. Musical entertainment and light refreshments will be provided.
12:30 pm Registration for Activities
1 to 4 pm Activities
2 pm Parade of Survivors
All activities are free. For more information or to register, call (631) 444-4000 or visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/cancercenter/registration.
Stony Brook University/SUNY is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer. If you require a disability-related accommodation, please call (631) 444-4000.
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