The recent Arizona Breast Cancer Symposium brought together leading oncologists, researchers and healthcare professionals for an enriching day of knowledge sharing and collaboration. If you weren’t able to join us on Oct. 19, here’s what made this year’s event particularly noteworthy.  
 

Comprehensive coverage across the care spectrum 

This year’s symposium featured an outstanding lineup of experts who covered the entire spectrum of breast cancer care. From screening and prevention to advanced treatment options, each presentation offered valuable insights for clinical practice.  
 
Early detection and risk management 

• Jared Berkowitz, MD, explored the critical role of primary care in screening and care coordination. 
• Ashley DiPasquale, MD, shared expertise on identification and management in high-risk populations. 
• Daniel Maki, MD, presented recent advances in breast cancer imaging. 

Diagnosis and treatment 

• Denise Haynik, DO, detailed pathology evaluation standards and advanced genetic tumor marker. 
• Brendan Curley, DO, discussed indications for neoadjuvant therapy. 
• Noemi Sigalove, MD, presented on surgical evaluation and management. 
• Stephanie Lindauer, MD, covered advances in adjuvant therapy.  
• Ashley Albert, MD, shared insights on radiation oncology evaluation and management 
• Arvind Gowda, MD, presented on plastic constructive surgery options and advances.

We were also honored to have Sommer Gunia, DO, share their expertise on the breast tumor board. 
 
Symposium highlights 

The symposium featured a variety of interactive learning experiences and opportunities for meaningful connections through:  

• Keynote presentations 
• Panel discussions 
• Survivorship panel 
• Live tumor board presentation 
• Workshops  
• Networking opportunities 

Watch the replay 

Couldn’t attend the symposium? We’ve got you covered. Watch the event recap here.  

This year’s symposium showcased the power of bringing together diverse perspectives and learning formats. The combination of clinical expertise, hands-on learning and patient insights created a truly comprehensive educational experience. 

For those interested in more information about CME and future events, please visit the Continuing Medical Education page on our website.