University of Iowa Mini Medical School: The Future of Cancer Clinical Trials in Iowa

Des Moines Mini Medical School

Collaboration is Power: The Future of Cancer Clinical Trials in Iowa

5:30-6:00 p.m. - Pre-Program + Light Refreshments + Check-In

6:00-7:30 p.m. - Program

Mini Medical School is designed to provide interactive experiences coupled with an engaging lecture breaking down cutting-edge research and biomedical discoveries at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required.

Registration: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_78Mc0YEHXUJD62a

Program Overview: 

Iowa has the second-highest and fastest-growing rate of cancer in the nation. What are cancer providers and experts doing to turn the tides? Join us for an interactive Mini Medical School Program to find out. 

Clinical trials offer hope to patients and families affected by cancer. By participating in trials patients can access cutting-edge treatments that could be the future standard of care. But accessing these treatments requires doctors to work together with cancer researchers to identify which patients could benefit from clinical trials and how to deliver them the care they need no matter where they live in the state.

This evening program will help you understand cancer trends in the state; explore how collaborations between cancer researchers doctors and hospital systems can advance care and provide options for patients; and learn how patients can get involved. 

Speakers:

Mark Burkard MD PhD 

Director UI Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center

Professor Hematology Oncology and Blood and Marrow Transplantation 

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine 

Tara Graff DO

Oncologist Mission Cancer + Blood a part of UI Health Care

If you have any questions about the program or are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program please contact UI Health Care Marketing and Communications Division of Outreach and Engagement in advance at 1-877-633-4692 or email us at uihealthcare-communityrelations@uiowa.edu.

Host or Publisher University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine