This event is presented by the International Brain Tumour Alliance (IBTA), a UK based campaigning charity founded by the inspirational Kathy Oliver, supported by her husband Gordon. The couple’s son, Colin, was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2004 when he was 24 and passed away, at age 32, in August 2011. Kathy cites her son’s “incredible courage, determination and fortitude” as the driving force and inspiration behind her involvement in the international brain tumour and rare cancer community.
The location for the three-day event is the National Cancer Institute (NCI), in Maryland, the U.S. government's principal agency for cancer research.
The ethos behind the meeting remains “Bridging our communities across the globe … building progress … building hope”.
Delegates will hear updates on surgical approaches and radiation oncology, the latest information on immunotherapy and rehabilitation and will come away with a greater understanding of what is unique and what is common between those diagnosed with brain tumours across the globe.
An inspiring mix of international patients, families, clinicians and scientists will meet, debate, and challenge, all with the agreed purpose of improving patient options, outcomes and the journey from diagnosis.
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