The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board for the Society of Surgical Oncology is honored to work with the American College of Surgeons to convene a vital conversation regarding disparities in the management and outcomes of cancer patients. Even more importantly, we will review strategies to mitigate disparate outcomes through research, policy and clinical service. A team of renowned researchers will lead a robust discussion regarding the roles of the surgical oncology workforce demographics, breast cancer screening, safety net hospitals, colorectal cancer surgery, and clinical trials in achieving cancer health equity.
Clinical Background
Welcome & Introduction - Dr. Lisa Ann Newman (USA) and Dr. Steven D. Wexner (USA)
Technique Description
Diversity in the surgical oncology workforce: addressing the pipeline problem - Dr. Callisia Clarke (USA)
Disparities in breast cancer screening and the 2023 updated USPSTF mammography screening guideline - Dr. Lisa Ann Newman (USA)
Addressing disparities in access to surgical oncology care through support for the safety net hospitals - Dr.Kathie-Ann Joseph (USA)
Disparities in colorectal cancer surgery - Dr. Luz María Rodríguez (USA)
The role of clinical trials in addressing surgical oncology disparities - Dr. Alliric Willis (USA)
Diversity in Pancreatic Cancer - Dr. Nita Ahuja (USA)
Panel discussion - All faculty moderated by Dr. Lisa Ann Newman (USA)
Closing remarks - Dr. Lisa Ann Newman (USA) and Dr. Steven D. Wexner (USA)
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