Patient and Family AL amyloidosis InfodayFriday 29 May 2009 Institute of Physics, London By attending the AL amyloidosis Infoday you can:
• Meet others with AL amyloidosis • Learn about AL amyloidosis from experts • Share your experiences • Find out more about Myeloma UK • Be the first to see the new AL amyloidosis information booklets To view the flyer in a new window click here Programme Chair: Prof Philip Hawkins, Royal Free Hospital
9.00 – 9.30 Registration and coffee
9.30 – 10.00 Welcome and Introductions
Prof Philip Hawkins and Eric Low, Chief Executive, Myeloma UK 10.00 – 10.45 Introduction to AL amyloidosis
Dr Julian Gillmore, Royal Free Hospital
10.45 – 11.15 Morning coffee break
11.15 – 12.30 Treating AL amyloidosis Dr Ashutosh Wechalekar, Royal Free Hospital
12.30 – 1.45 Lunch 1.45 – 2.30 Organ involvement and supportive care
Dr Helen Lachmann, Royal Free Hospital 2.30 – 3.30 Meet the Experts and Carers' Session (small group discussions) Stem cell transplant Dr Wechalekar and Dr Merlini Complications and side-effects Dr Lachmann and Dr Gillmore Carers' session Myeloma UK 3.45 – 4.15 Future directions of AL amyloidosis treatment
Dr Giampaolo Merlini, University of Pavia Hospital, Italy
4.15 – 4.30 Final comments and close of day
Prof Philip Hawkins and Eric Low Registration details Your registration includes full day meeting, delegate pack, copies of presentations, two course lunch and all coffee and refreshment breaks. £20.00 - Patient, Family, Carer £50.00 - Group of three £35.00 - Healthcare professionals
To facilitate planning and catering for the Infoday it is important you register before the day. However, we recognise the difficulties in planning ahead when living with AL amyloidosis so payment may be made on the day at the registration desk. Additionally, there is no cancellation fee if you are unable to attend the Infoday.
To register your interest and for further information contact Kirsty on 0131 557 3332 or email kirsty@myeloma.org.uk Back to AL amyloidosis home
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