December 17, 2019

Evening Educational Seminars

Studies have shown that patient education and communication positively affect patient health outcomes, including emotional and physical health. The Breast Cancer Coalition works with area medical professionals and other experts to offer a wide variety of Evening Educational Seminars throughout the year.

Evening Educational Seminars bring information and education to our survivors and community friends.

Evening Seminars are held virtually (Zoom link and information is below).

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 7:00pm

“Cancer and its Treatment: Crisis, Catalyst, and the Role of Self-Compassion”

Dr. Jennifer Griggs, MD, MPH, a Medical Oncologist at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Certified Narrative Medicine Practitioner at Transforming the Narrative

When we experience unexpected life events such as a diagnosis of cancer, how might we transform the experience in a way that helps us thrive and grow? In thinking about relationships, career, and our own health, how might we use cancer as a catalyst?

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Jennifer Griggs, MD, is a certified coach, certified narrative medicine practitioner, mentor, teacher, and sought-after keynote speaker. She has additional training in appreciative coaching, forgiveness, and grief recovery. A physician for over 25 years, Dr. Griggs is continually inspired by people who have faced unexpected life events and continued to thrive and to grow. Her mission is to help transform lives by helping people to tap into their inner wisdom and strengths to move past obstacles in relationships, at work, and in play. She is a believer in the power of forgiveness and of deep listening and an advocate for equity and inclusion. Learn more about Dr. Griggs and Transforming the Narrative: https://www.transformingthenarrative.com/

Future Evening Seminars:

August 25, 2021, 7:00pm: “Reconstruction, Take II,” presented by Dr. Ashley Amalfi, Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery and Dr. Elaina Chen, URMC Department of Plastic Surgery

September 22, 2021, 7:00pm: “Updates in Genetics and Cancer Risk Assessment,” presented by Jessica Salamone, ScM, CGC, Certified Genetic Counselor, Elizabeth Wende Breast Care