VCCC Alliance Breast Cancer Grand Round with Professor Christobel Saunders

Be part of the conversation on this vital topic and hear about the latest research on the safety and efficacy of interrupting therapy for women with endocrine-responsive breast cancer. Professor Saunders has been a driving force behind the POSITIVE Trial - don't miss this opportunity to hear invaluable insights from the study so far.

This presentation will cover:

• Key findings from the POSITIVE trial, and implications for clinical practice in breast cancer treatment and management in young women
• The rationale behind interrupting therapy for women with endocrine-responsive breast cancer who wish to conceive, as well as safety and efficacy
• Potential risks and benefits of this approach
• Broader implications of the POSITIVE trial for future research and clinical practice in the field of breast cancer treatment
• The challenges and opportunities associated with conducting clinical trials focused on pregnancy outcomes in cancer patients.

Presenter

Professor Christobel Saunders AO
Head of Department of Surgery and James Steward Chair of Surgery at The University of Melbourne

Professor Christobel Saunders is the James Steward Chair of Surgery and Head of the Department of Surgery at The University of Melbourne. She is also a consultant surgeon at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute. With over 30 years of experience, she has made significant contributions to breast cancer research, including clinical trials of new treatments and health services research. Her awards and honours include the Order of Australia, Uccio Querci della Rovere Award, International Women’s Day WA Women’s Hall of Fame Inductee, and WA Scientist of the Year. She has published over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles and sits on the boards of several health and research organisations.

Wednesday 19 April
12.30–1.30pm