Cancer and its treatments can reduce fertility and create other obstacles on the way to parenthood. But now more than ever, there are options for patients to consider before treatment and for survivors to consider after treatment. Join us for an inspirational and informative discussion on this important topic.
Peggy Orenstein, a survivor of breast cancer, the best-selling author of “Waiting for Daisy” and New York Times contributor, will share her personal experiences with cancer and the pathways she and her husband explored for parenthood.
Elizabeth McGee, M.D., reproductive endocrinologist at VCU Medical Center, will describe the latest innovations and treatment guidelines that may help men and women become parents despite cancer. She is a nationally recognized physician-scientist working to improve the reproductive options for cancer patients and survivors.
Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009 • 7-9 p.m.
Science Museum of Virginia
2500 W. Broad St.
This symposium is free and open to the public. To register, call (804) 828-8360 or visit www.massey.vcu.edu/symposia.