Event Information
2019 Midwest Young Adult Cancer Conference (PUBLIC) Location: CUNA Mutual, 5810 Mineral Point Road, Madison


We have a robust line up for this year's conference.

10:30 - 2 Exhibits

11:00 - 11:10 - Welcome

11:10 - 12:15 Keynote First Descents and the Healing Power of Adventure

12:15 - 12:50 Lunch 1

2:55- 1:45 - Session 1 Breakout

A.  Hereditary Cancer Predisposition Syndromes: Genetic Counseling and Testing Considerations for Young Adults - Kelcy Smith

B. Write On! How Words Can Help You Heal- Marloe Esch

C. The cancer is gone, but the pain and fatigue are not: What do I do now? -Holz & Kim

1:50 - 2:45 - Session 2 Breakout

A. Embracing Life in the Face of Uncertainty- Dr. Lori Dubenshe

B. Long Term Side Effects/ Impact- FSAC team- Bethany Severson, RN, CPON- Caring for Life Clinic Coordinator; Dr. Diane Puccetti, Wendy Stewart, Diane Friedrich

C. Ketogenic (Fat-based) Diet and Cancer- Wallace

2:50 - 3:45 - Session 3 Breakout

A. Introduction to Healing Touch - Mary Pat Hank

B. Returning to Sex, Pleasure, Intimacy - Sasha Landson

C. Is cancer success simply being cancer free? Or is it being cancer free and ALSO returning with a goal of wellness and pain-free living? Dr. Julie Lombardo

3:50 - 4 wrap up, closure