Fox Chase Cancer Center Events

Open group for people diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer who are receiving treatment. In this group, led by our social workers, people can share their personal experiences, ways of coping and helpful resources.

GUEST SPEAKER: 

Dr. Michael Hall, MD, MS, FASCO
Chair, Department of Clinical Genetics
Genetics and Family Risk

Antoni Ribas, MD, PhD
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)

Host: Alfonso Bellacosa, MD, PhD

OUR GROUP: 

• Reduces feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and distress 

• Helps you learn new ways of coping 

• Increases feelings of hope and empowerment 

• Provides you with practical information about treatment and resources 

• Helps you communicate better with your medical team and loved ones

David Scadden, MD
Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard University 

Host: Nathaniel W. Snyder, PhD, MPH, DABT

Douglas R. Green, PhD
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Host: Lorenzo Galluzzi, PhD

Races: 5K (3.1 Mile Run), 10 Mile Run, and 13.1 Italian Stallion Challenge (Half-Marathon)