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Taking Action Against Breast Cancer

On April 19th at the Cosmos Club, Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA) partnered with DC area institutions to present a world class medical symposium “Take Action Against Breast Cancer.” The panel, moderated by Judy Woodruff consisted of leading experts in the field: Dr. Eleni Tousimis, Director, Ourisman Breast Cancer Center, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Dr. Troy Pittman, Director, Breast Reconstruction Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Dr. Clifford Hudis, CEO, American Society of Clinical Oncology, Dr. Rachel Brem, Director, Woman’s Imaging, The George Washington University, and Dr. John Niederhuber, Executive Vice President Inova Health System, CEO Inova Translational Medicine Institute. The panelists discussed new advances that play a significant role in improving risk assessment, prevention, treatment and early detection for breast cancer. Proceeds will support breast health services for underserved women, novel, early stage breast cancer research and education. For more information: Breast Cancer Alliance - 203-861-0014 - http://www.breastcanceralliance.org

ABOUT BREAST CANCER ALLIANCE (BCA): The mission of BCA is to improve survival rates and quality of life for those impacted by breast cancer through better prevention, early detection, treatment and cure. To promote these goals we invest in innovative research, breast surgery fellowships, regional education, dignified support and screening for the underserved. For more information: Breast Cancer Alliance - 203-861-0014 - http://www.breastcanceralliance.org