WHAT: UPMC St. Margaret presents a discussion about advances in chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Participants will learn about the various treatment options, why they are used, and how they target specific cancer types. Free health screenings will be offered, including blood pressure and bone density screenings.
A free hot dinner will be served and parking will be validated.
Registration is required. To register, call 1-866-939-RSVP (7787), or visit UPMC.com/Classes.
WHY: According to the American Cancer Society, 1.7 million people across the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer this year.
WHO: Peter G. Ellis, M.D., medical oncologist ata UPMC St. Margaret and director of the medical oncology network for UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.
WHERE: UPMC St. Margaret, Conference Centers A, B and C, 815 Freeport Rd., Pittsburgh, 15215.