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SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be  to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2022-04-05/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org
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SUMMARY:Be an Informed Patient\, Part 2: GIST
DESCRIPTION:Be an Informed Patient\, Part 2: Navigating GIST NCCN Guidelines\nIn Part Two of our “Be an Informed Patient” series\, The Life Raft Group invites all GIST patients and caregivers to register for our NCCN Webinar taking place on April 6th at 12:00 pm ET. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) creates guidelines for different diseases to guide physicians in their clinical practice. Dr. Margaret von Mehren serves as the Chair of the sarcoma NCCN guidelines and has been a valuable player along with her medical colleagues on the evolution of the GIST guidelines over the years. In this webinar\, Dr. von Mehren will educate GIST patients and caregivers about these guidelines and provide some case study examples of how guidelines fit into the rubric of patient care. The Life Raft Group will also share insights on real world experiences among the patient community with the guidelines. \nREGISTERAbout our presenters:\nMargaret von Mehren\, MD\nFox Chase Cancer Center \nDr. Margaret von Mehren is Chief of Division of Sarcoma Medical Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Her research interest focuses in developmental therapeutics for sarcomas and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. She has led investigator-initiated trials\, collaborated with other investigators\, sarcoma clinical trials group\, as well as industry sponsored studies in the testing of novel agents in these rare diseases. Collaboration with the Phase I program and basic scientists at Fox Chase Cancer Center and elsewhere is key to identifying potential novel agents which may have a therapeutic benefit in the treatment of sarcomas. Dr. von Mehren’s work in sarcoma therapeutic development informs her role as the Associate Director of Clinical Research\, in which she oversees the development of investigator initiated clinical trials\, the scientific review and prioritization process of trials as well as conduct of clinical trials at Fox Chase Cancer Center. \n\nDenisse Montoya\, MS\nSenior Director\, Data Mgmt. & Research\, The Life Raft Group \nMs. Montoya has a wealth of experience in clinical evaluation projects including development of protocols\, case report forms\, informed consent\, surveys\, tissue repositories\, and study initiation She is proficient in data management\, preparing research for publication\, drug development\, clinical trial protocols\, onco-pathological/genetical dissemination\, and formulating research premises. As the Senior Director of Data Management & Research\, Denisse is the principal investigator for study protocol design and strategy of Patient Reported Outcomes (PRO). She has expertise in the analysis\, reporting\, and dissemination of PRO data and present scientific work. \nShe leads a dedicated staff in both patient support and in the identification of data trends that may lead to actionable information that will help patients coping with Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. In addition\, she takes the lead in collaborative research initiatives\, including maintaining relationships with potential partners\, contributing ongoing data\, and supporting hypothesis generation with the goal of increasing patient survival and advancing GIST research. \nDenisse holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Rowan University\, and a Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/be-an-informed-patient-part-2-gist/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Rothschild":MAILTO:srothschild@liferaftgroup.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T130000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION: A Bi-Weekly Virtual Support Group for GIST Caregivers\nHeld on the first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey.
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-2022-1/2022-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T080000
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SUMMARY:GIST DO IT Walk - Verona\, NJ
DESCRIPTION:Join GISTers\, family & friends\, and the LRG Staff for this beautiful walk around Verona Park as we walk in memory of GISTer Ted Wolf and to raise funds for #GISTresearch! Register today. $35 registration fee includes a free GIST DO IT t-shirt. Meet at the park at 8am. \nIf you can’t be present for the walk\, you can donate to #GISTresearch with the link below also. \nREGISTERInterested in Sponsorship Opportunities?\nContact Jess Nowak\, jnowak@liferaftgroup.org\nEvent Sponsor – $25\,000 \nCompany logo displayed on event signage\, on the LRG website\, & in the LRG newsletter\nCompany logo displayed on Step & Repeat\nThank you from LRG Senior Vice President at event\nAbility to place item/flyer (provided by sponsor) in Swag Bag\nTable at event\n5 registrations\, 5 t-shirts\, and 5 masks \nPlatinum Sponsor – $20\,000 \nCompany logo displayed on event signage\, on the LRG website\, & in the LRG newsletter\nThank you from LRG Senior Vice President at event\nAbility to place item/flyer (provided by sponsor) in Swag Bag\nTable at event\n4 registrations\, 4 t-shirts\, and 4 masks \nGold Sponsor – $15\,000 \nCompany logo displayed on event signage\, on the LRG website\, & in the LRG newsletter\nThank you from LRG Senior Vice President at event\nAbility to place item/flyer (provided by sponsor) in Swag Bag\nTable at event\n3 registrations\, 3 t-shirts\, and 3 masks \nSilver Sponsor – $10\,000 \nCompany name displayed on event signage\, on the LRG website\, & in theLRG newsletter\nThank you from LRG Senior Vice President at event\nAbility to place item/flyer (provided by sponsor) in Swag Bag\nTable at event\n2 registrations\, 2 t-shirts\, and 2 masks \nBronze Sponsor – $5\,000 \nCompany name displayed on event signage\, on the LRG website\, & in the LRG newsletter\nThank you from LRG Senior Vice President at event\n1 registrations\, 1 t-shirts\, and 1 masks
URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gist-do-it-walk-nj-3/
LOCATION:Verona Park\, Verona\, NJ\, Verona\, NJ
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org
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