NF Symposium
Location:
Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute - UT Health San Antonio
The Annual NF Symposium is an informational meeting for patients, their families, educators, and caregivers affected by NF. The Texas Neurofibromatosis Foundation® and Children’s Tumor Foundation are very excited to be able to provide an Annual Symposium to patients, their families, educators, and caregivers affected by NF. The Symposium is designed to address many of the endless concerns of NF.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
8:30am - 4:00pm
Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute- UT Health San Antonio
8403 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229
REGISTER HERE
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
We have reserved a small block of rooms for those traveling from out of town and would like to stay near the meeting location.
Please contact:
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Antonio Medical Center
7203 Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 888-7040
Mention Rate Program TNFC for $99 per night rate. This hotel is a 5 minute drive from the Greehey Children's Cancer Research Institute.
2023 NF Symposium Schedule*
Topics and Speakers Subject to Change
Overview of NF
Dr. Shafqat Shah, Pediatric Hematology / Oncology, University Health, San Antonio
Benign and Malignant Tumors in NF and Surgical Options
Dr. John Slopis, Medical Director, Neurofibromatosis Program, Department of
Neuro-Oncology, Division of Cancer Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston
Endocrinological Complications in NF
Dr. Rajani Prabhakaran, Pediatric Endocrinology, Dell Children's, Austin
Update on NF Research and Clinical Trials
Dr. Ashley Bui, Pediatric Hematology / Oncology, UT Southwestern, Dallas
Koselugo Presentation
Liz Michaels, Patient Education Manager, Alexion
ADHD/ Anxiety/ Depression in NF
Dr. Peter Stavinoha, Psychologist,The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston
Why Me and What's Next? Helping Youth Cope with Chronic Illness and Preparing for Transition to Adult Care
Dr. Krystal Robinson, Psychologist, UT Health, San Antonio
PAST SYMPOSIUMS MEDIA
2010 PHOTOS: NF Symposium, Houston, TX
2009 PHOTOS: NF Symposium, San Antonio, TX
2008 PHOTOS: NF Symposium, Irving, TX
2007 PHOTOS: NF Symposium & Kids Konference, Houston, TX
2007 VIDEO: Listen to some of our doctors at the 07 Symposium Dr. Slopis: NF Education & Learning Disabilities, Dr. Slopis: NF Research Update, Dr. Slopis: Q&A, Dr. Plon: Genetic NF testing update, Dr. Plon: Q&A, Dr. Lewis, Dr. Lewis Q&A, Dr. Oghalai: Q&A, Patient Stories.
October 21, 2023