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An Exclusive Symposium on Innovative Breast Cancer Treatments

Date & Time: October 11, 2024 - 16:00 - 16:30
Location: Wyndham Grand Istanbul, Hall A
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De-escalation of Radiation for Low-Risk Breast Cancer Using Intraoperative Ablation – Is it Feasible?

Join us at Breastanbul 2024 for an exclusive symposium with Dr. Suzanne Klimberg from UTMB and Dr. Cem Yilmaz from Istanbul Oncology Hospital. Professor Dr. Guldeniz Karadeniz-Cakmak from Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University will moderate the session. Together, they will explore the use of post-lumpectomy radiofrequency ablation (RFA) as an intraoperative technique, highlighting its potential to reduce reoperation rates and the need for radiation therapy.
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V. Suzanne Klimberg, MD, PhD, MSHCT, MAMSE

Vice Chair, Administration, Division Chief, Surgical Oncology, Clinical Director, Cancer Center and Medical Director, Breast Cancer Service Line, Associate Chief Research Officer Professor, Surgery

 

Dr. V. Suzanne Klimberg has 27 years of experience in breast surgical oncology. She has pioneered innovative breast cancer treatment methods, authored over 245 publications in peer-reviewed journals and edited 10 books and holds 8 patents, and has held over 25 editorial board positions for surgical journals and publications. Additionally, Dr. Klimberg has won over 75 awards in teaching, research, and surgery, and is the past president of three major American surgical organizations.

Cem Yilmaz, MD

Breast Surgeon and Founding Director, Istanbul Oncology Hospital

Dr. Cem Yilmaz is a highly respected breast surgeon with expertise in oncoplastic breast surgery and reconstruction. He has trained at esteemed institutions like the European Academy of Breast Science and the Japanese National Cancer Institute, positioning him as a leader in cutting-edge breast cancer treatments. As the founder of the Breast School and the SENA Project, Dr. Yilmaz is committed to enhancing breast cancer education and improving patient care on a global scale.

Guldeniz KARADENIZ CAKMAK, MD, FACS, FEBS

Professor of Surgery, Chair of General Surgery Department, Zonguldak BEUN School of Medicine Director, Breast and Endocrine Unit

Dr. Guldeniz Karadeniz-Cakmak is a leader in breast cancer treatment. She serves as the Chair of the General Surgery Department and Director of the Breast and Endocrine Unit at Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University. Dr. Karadeniz-Cakmak is also a member of the Scientific Board of EUBREAST and the Executive Committee of the Turkish Surgical Society, actively contributing to groundbreaking research and international collaborations in breast cancer care.

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