Presentations hosted by industry sponsor(s) and its representatives to conduct a speaker-led presentation that can be eligible for continuing medical education (CME) credits if sponsor desires. Satellite Symposiums are located off the exhibit hall show floor and at the responsibility of the industry sponsor to design and develop all presentation content and distribution materials.
Sunday, August 4th
Advancing Food Allergies
Clinton Suite, New York Hilton Midtown | 2:00-3:00 PM
This moderator led, Q&A-style presentation aims to address the gaps in awareness, screening, and access to specialized care for food allergies, particularly impacting African American and Latinx populations in the US.
Hear from experts in family medicine, allergy & immunology, and pediatrics as they discuss topics including:
- Disparities in the provision of food allergy action plans and need for equitable access to allergy clinics
- Referral pathways and nutrition management tailored to underserved communities
- Challenges of diagnosing IgE-mediated food allergies in the primary care setting
Speakers:
- Carla McGuire Davis, M.D. | Professor, Pediatrics-Allergy & Immunology Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
- Warren Jones, M.D. | Chair Emeritus of Family Medicine, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS
- Denise Powell, M.D. | Pediatrician, Ochsner Medical Center, Bay Saint Louis, MS
Sponsored by: Genentech
Advancing Equitable Care in Multiple Myeloma from the Beginning
Riverside Ballroom, Sheraton New York Times Square | 7:30-8:30 PM
This 60-minute symposium will feature a panel of hematology experts who will discuss therapeutic advancements and strategies to address disparate outcomes among patients with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer with a 2-fold incidence rate among Black individuals. Speakers will shed light on areas of health disparity in myeloma and focus on actionable strategies for overcoming barriers to equity at multiple levels of care. Attendees will be able to engage directly with the expert panel in an interactive Q&A session.
Speakers:
- Joseph Mikhael, M.D., M.E.D.
- Tondre Buck, M.D.
- Monique Hartley-Brown, M.D., M.M.Sc.
Sponsored by: Sanofi & Janssen Biotech, Presented by Medscape Live
Monday, August 5th
Catalysts for Change: Revolutionizing the HIV Prevention Conversation with Black Women
Clinton Suite, New York Hilton Midtown | 2:00-3:00 PM
Join us for an impactful session as we explore the pivotal role of healthcare providers in increasing awareness and action around HIV prevention and care for Black women. Through dynamic discussions and real-world scenarios, we’ll delve into ViiV Healthcare’s Risk to Reasons initiative, equipping healthcare providers with the necessary tools to remove stigmatizing language and normalize HIV prevention conversations. This session will incorporate interactive resources that aim to educate providers on how to reframe “risk” to “reasons” for HIV prevention and care. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical tools in the fight against HIV.
Speakers:
- Toyin Nwafor, M.D. | Senior Medical Director, HIV Prevention, ViiV Healthcare
- Alftan Dyson, Pharm.D., BCACP, AAHIVP | Regional Medical Lead, US DEI Medical Engagement Lead, ViiV Healthcare
- Oni Blackstock, M.D., M.H.S. | Founder and Executive Director, Health Justice
Sponsored by: ViiV Healthcare
Breath of Equity: Fostering Inclusive Lung Cancer Care for All
Riverside Ballroom, Sheraton New York Times Square | 2:00-3:00 PM
To address DE&I in lung cancer care, Medscape proposes Breath of Equity: Fostering Inclusive Lung Cancer Care for All for the interprofessional care team so that they will be better able to prioritize DE&I strategies for the comprehensive care of patients with lung cancer. This educational strategy has been selected to achieve the learning objectives and elicit the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors that the target audience is expected to demonstrate.
Speakers:
- Ibiayi Dagogo-Jack, M.D.
- Lisa Carter-Bawa, Ph.D, M.P.H., APRN, ANP-C
Sponsored by: Janssen & Merck, Presented by Medscape Live
Understanding migraine in the diagnosis and management and addressing healthcare disparities
Clinton Suite, New York Hilton Midtown | 5:30-6:30 PM
Expert panel will share their insights and knowledge on migraine care that includes diagnosis and management, as well as talk to their experiences on how healthcare disparities impact underrepresented ethnic groups. An interactive discussion with the panelists will follow in the live audience Q&A.
Speakers:
- Cynthia E. Armand, M.D.
- Larry Charleston IV, M.D.
- Hope O’Brien, M.D.
Sponsored by: Pfizer
