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.
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.
This webinar is sponsored by:
This series is made possible by generous unrestricted educational funding from:
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
This webinar was presented in collaboration with:
This webinar was sponsored by:
This program is also made possible by generous unrestricted educational funding from:
This self-study course is in progress!
This self-study course is in progress!
This self-study course is in progress!
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!
This webinar will be held Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT.
Moderator:
Lisa Barroilhet, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist, University of Wisconsin Hospitals
Speakers:
Don S. Dizon, MD, Gynecologic Oncologist, Rhode Island Hospital
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 will be held Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT. Registration details will be coming soon.
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.
This webinar was put on in collaboration with:
This webinar is made possible through sponsorship support from:
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.
This webinar was put on in collaboration with:
This webinar is made possible through sponsorship support from:
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.
This webinar was put on in collaboration with:
This webinar is made possible through sponsorship support from:
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.
This webinar was put on in collaboration with:
This webinar is made possible through sponsorship support from:
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
This 60-minute webinar on mental health support during a cancer journey in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic discussed similarities between one’s personal cancer journey and the current challenges of the pandemic, and look at some tools and strategies to help support our emotional health.
- Steps Through COVID-19 Resource List
- Steps Through COVID-19 PDF PowerPoint
- Steps Through COVID-19 Webinar On Demand
Presenters:
- Emily Hill, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor and Gynecologic Oncologist, University of Iowa Healthcare
- Susan Hess, Program Manager and Lead Ovarian Cancer Counselor, Steps Through OC
This webinar was put on in collaboration with:
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, presented by Ruth Anne and Friends in conjunction with FWC, was created by and for gynecologic cancer patients. Gynecologic cancer survivors, Kim Hurley and Dionne Shepperson, addressed common questions surrounding treatment, side effects and lasting effects of gynecologic cancers, from a patient’s perspective. Stuart Ferriss, MD, gynecologic oncologist and program director at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, also joined to field questions from attendees for a fully interactive presentation.
This 75-minute webinar covered how these chemotherapy drugs work; what to expect on the first day of treatment and your progress; tips and strategies to help prepare for chemotherapy treatment; and the onset and duration of side effects, and when to call your doctor. Speakers included Judith A. Smith, PharmD, BCOP, CPHQ, FCCP, FISOPP; Rebecca A. Brooks, MD, and Kim Hurley—an ovarian cancer survivor whose paclitaxel/carboplatin chemotherapy treatment lasted for seven months.
This 75-minute webinar will discuss the prevalence of sexual changes after gynecologic cancer care. Learning objectives were to describe common sexual changes associated with menopause, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and endocrine therapy; review the importance of partner communication for intimacy; outline strategies to assist with vaginal health after cancer care; and provide suggestions for reconnecting with your partner and finding sexual pleasure. Speakers included Don S. Dizon, MD, FACP, FASCO, and Joanne K. Rash, MPAS, PA-C.
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.
Live Patient Education Offerings
The FWC live courses are temporarily on hold in compliance with recommended CDC social distancing guidelines.