Tag: Think Pink! Girls Night Out

Think Pink! Girls Night Out

A Celebration of Women’s Health

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2015

6:30–8:30 pm at the SHERATON NEEDHAM 

 

6:30–7:15pm  Welcome Reception

Start the night off with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and wine reception while exploring a variety of health and wellness displays. Enter to win a door prize!

 

7:15–8:00pm  Expert Health Discussion

Is it Breast Cancer or Not?  Claire Cronin, MD

As technology advances, we are able to diagnosis cancer at earlier stages. With the advent of 3-D mammograms, early stage breast cancer (DCIS) diagnoses are increasing. But is DCIS really cancer? A new study published last month in the journalJAMA Oncology calls into question conventional treatment of this type of breast cancer. Hear from Dr. Claire Cronin, the Clinical Director of the Auerbach Breast Center at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, on what this means for women facing this diagnosis.

 

A Survivor’s Story 

Hear the moving story of a cancer survivor treated at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital Vernon Cancer Center.

 

8:00–8:30pm  FASHION SHOW

Enjoy the fashions of Needham’s Closet Exchange! Survivors and Providers will model the fabulous looks of The Closet Exchange’s consignment apparel.

 

Registration is strongly encouraged. To reserve your space, email carefinder@partners.org or call 617-243-6622.