Education Courses & Webinars
The Foundation for Women’s Cancer (FWC) is proud to present a comprehensive set of free educational courses designed to support patients and caregivers that answers the question, “What do I need to know?” for a cancer journey. From the basics of “what is cancer?” to understanding treatments, clinical trials and how genetics play a role, to lifestyle discussions on sexual health and nutrition, these courses meet you where you are to answer the questions you might have. Available in a variety of self-study and live webinar formats, these courses are available for you when you need them. Additional downloadable resources are a part of each course.
Serving as medical advisors for these courses were Lisa Barroilhet, MD, Dolores A. Buchler, MD, Faculty Fellow in Gynecologic Oncology and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and Rebecca Arend, MD, MSPH, Assistant Professor and an Associate Scientist at the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center Experimental Therapeutics Program, University of Alabama at Birmingham.
FWC Cancer Education Courses
A cancer diagnosis comes with a whole new set of vocabulary terms and a need to understand what can be a complicated disease. This self-study course helps set the record straight on what cancer is (and what it is not). It will help you understand key terms to better communicate with your care team as well as help you understand how cancer behaves.
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Your genes make you a unique individual, but what role do they play in hereditary cancer? In this on-demand webinar course, you will learn the basics of genetics as well as listen to a discussion hosted by a panel of experts. Topics like genetic counseling and testing, how genes behave, prevention and testing ethics will be covered, followed by an Ask the Experts section with live webinar attendees.
The live webinar was held on Oct. 30, 2020.
Moderator:
Deborah Lindner, MD, Obstetrician Gynecologist, Bright Pink Chief Medical Officer
Panelists:
Lisa Barroilhet, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist, University of Wisconsin Hospitals
Anna Zakas, MS, MPH, Oncology Genetic Counselor, University of Wisconsin Hospitals
Stephanie Ross, PhD, Psychologist, NorthShore University HealthSystem
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There is a lot said about clinical trials, but what are they and why should you participate? This self-study course will answer those questions along with clarifying information on who can participate, what to expect as a participant and where you can locate trials to enroll in.
Preparation Checklist: General Information You Should Know
Preparation Checklist: Questions About the Trial
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Sex after cancer can be complicated—and talking about it with your doctor even harder, but there are tips, tools and techniques to help. In this one-hour webinar we’ll talk openly and frankly about challenges and solutions through creativity, playfulness, patience, pleasure and connectedness. Join us for this hour of honesty and a little bit of humor!
The live webinar was held Feb. 10, 2021.
Moderator:
Lisa Barroilhet, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist, University of Wisconsin Hospitals
Speakers:
Sarah Bernstein, RN, MS, AOCN, Gynecologic Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Walter Reed National Medical Center
Joanne Rash, PA, MPAS, Physician Assistant, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
Cancer treatment is more than just radiation and chemo, it’s looking at well-being holistically and that means nutrition and movement. In this one-hour webinar, we’ll talk about the power of movement as well as eating for wellness, and some of the current science around that. Join us as we look at supplements and vitamins, exercise, dietary approaches and complimentary alternatives—and even provide recipes to get you started!
This webinar was held Thursday, March 4, 2021.
Nutrition Guide: 5 Facts and Tips for Making Healthy Choices
FWC/Mayo Clinic Webinar Series
This live webinar was held on Dec. 1, 2020.
Hear Dr. Matt Block, Dr. John Weroha, and Linda Linder for an in-depth presentation on the role of immunotherapy in gynecologic cancer treatment. Learn about the new and up-and-coming immunotherapy treatments. They discussed the different types of clinical trials and the role that a clinical trial could play in the treatment of your gynecologic cancer. Linda Linder discussed how to advocate for yourself as a patient and navigate the complicated medical and insurance systems to get the treatments you need.
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This live webinar was held on Dec. 9, 2020.
Hear Dr. Denise Millstine, Dr. Richa Sood, and Patty Bartholomew to talk about the importance of creating emotional, psychologic, and physical resilience. Learn skills that will help you build and maintain resilience during and after cancer diagnosis and treatment. Hear from a long-time survivor of gynecologic cancer, Patty, about her journey and the how she thrived during her cancer treatment and survivorship.
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The live webinar was held on Nov. 11, 2020.
Listen to Dr. Myra Wick, Dr. Andrea Wahner Hendrickson and Teri Woodhull provide an in-depth discussion on the importance of genetics and genetic testing in ovarian cancer and the implications for treatment, with special attention to PARP inhibitors. They discussed different options for genetic testing, indications for PARP inhibitors and how to make a decision regarding PARP inhibitor treatment or maintenance. Teri Woodhull also discussed the experience of being on an inhibitor including risks and side effects.
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The live webinar was held on Nov. 17, 2020.
Hear Dr. Jacob Strand, Lindy Yokanovich from Cancer Legal Care and Cindy Weiss discuss the ins and outs of life-planning during and after treatment for gynecologic cancer. Have you ever thought about the financial strain on your family? Worried about what you will do if your cancer come back? These are some of the topics discussed during this webinar. You will also hear about surviving a gynecologic cancer and the fears of the consequences of your cancer on your life, and be provided tools and resources to plan for now and the future.
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Additional On-Demand Webinars
New Treatment Options for Uterine Cancer
Join FWC and SHARE Cancer Support for this free patient webinar where Jennifer Mueller, MD, gynecologic oncology surgeon at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, will share research updates on uterine/endometrial cancer and other new developments in treatment and surgery, including reporting on new research from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology 2020 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer Webinar Series.
This 30-minute webinar covered the benefits of movement in the survivor journey and ways to be active at home in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Presenters discussed the physical and mental benefits of exercise, the benefits of yoga for cancer survivors and led a 5-minute gentle movement session.
Presenters:
- Shannon Armbruster MD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
- Sarah Dilley MD, MPH, Gynecologic Oncology, Community Health Network, Indianapolis, IN
- Samantha M. Harden, PhD, 500-RYT, Director, Physical Activity Research and Community Implementation Laboratory, Assistant Professor, Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Tech +, Obstetrics and Gynecology, VT Carilion School of Medicine Virginia Tech
The coronavirus pandemic has added an extra layer of uncertainty to the lives of cancer patients. Join Dr. Stephanie V. Blank, Director of Gynecologic Oncology for the Mount Sinai Health System, and Dr. Melissa Frey, gynecologic oncologist at Weill Cornell Medicine for updates on what ovarian, endometrial, and other gynecologic cancer patients need to know about managing gynecologic cancer concerns in the era of COVID-19. Bring your questions for the Q&A. This webinar is a collaboration between SHARE and the Foundation for Women’s Cancer.
Gain a deeper understanding of uterine and endometrial cancer symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options and current research trends with Jason D. Wright, MD, Division Chief of Gynecologic Oncology at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center. This webinar is a collaboration between SHARE and the Foundation for Women’s Cancer.
This webinar, featuring patient advocate Shirley Dau and gynecologic oncologist Dr. Nita Lee, focuses on the use of the “shared decision-making” model when seeking treatment for ovarian cancer. With a multitude of treatment modalities available, learn how to become your own advocate to obtain the most effective method possible in the treatment of your disease. This webinar is made possible through generous sponsorship support from AstraZeneca.
Streamed on July 10, 2021
This on-demand video of our past webinar highlights important research from the Society of Gynecologic Oncology 2021 Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancer, and how that research will impact patients. Panelists explained new research in Ovarian Cancer/PARP Inhibitors, Endometrial Cancer, Cervical Cancer and Survivorship, which was followed by a question and answer session.
Live Patient Education Offerings
The FWC live courses are temporarily on hold in compliance with recommended CDC social distancing guidelines.