IWMF Ed Forum
Philadelphia, PA
June 1-3, 2012
(Agenda not yet available)
IWMF's annual Educational Forum is a unique opportunity for patients and caregivers to learn about our disease from specialists in Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia (WM) who are involved in many areas of clinical practice and research. Held in a different part of the United States every year, the “Ed Forum” offers something for everyone, no matter what your experience or level of knowledge.
Presentations aimed at the layperson address symptoms and complications of the disease, current treatment options, new therapies on the horizon, and recent research findings that may someday lead to a cure. Breakout sessions permit in-depth exploration of specialized topics and opportunities for patients and caregivers to share their experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
Every Ed Forum is different, but “Early Bird” sessions typically begin on Friday morning and presentations continue through Saturday, culminating on Sunday morning with a popular “Ask the Doctor” session where patients can have their questions answered by a panel of experts.
Attending an Ed Forum in person is the best way to benefit from the program, but most sessions are videotaped and recorded on a set of DVDs for the benefit of those who cannot attend or those who simply want to reinforce their learning experience. For information regarding DVD's, contact the IWMF Office at .
The next IWMF Educational Forum is scheduled to be held June 1 to June 3, 2012.
It will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Hotel Reservations: you are responsible for your own hotel reservations; click here to reserve your rooms for the 2012 Ed Forum at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott.
Watch this space for more information as it becomes available.
Summaries of Ed Forum presentations are available as the following Special Bulletins (PDF format):
Special Bulletin: Ed Forum 2011 English Français
Special Bulletin: Ed Forum 2010 English Français
Special Bulletin: Ed Forum 2009 English Français
Special Bulletin: Ed Forum 2008 English Français
Special Bulletin: Ed Forum 2006
The IWMF Educational Forum (June 24-26, 2011) in Minneapolis, Minnesota was a great success! Thanks to those who presented, participated, and attended! You can now order your own copy of the proceedings on DVD's - see below.
You can find pictures of the event at http://iwmf2011.shutterfly.com/ (the password is iwmf).