Educational Series for Young Adult and Young Onset Patients and Caregivers at MSK

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The Center for Young Onset Colorectal and Gastrointestinal Cancers (CYOCGI) and the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Program at MSK are hosting an educational series to provide information about services and resources available to young adult and young onset patients (ages 15 to 49) and caregivers during and after care.  

MSK understands that your needs and experiences are unique. Being diagnosed with cancer is challenging beyond the treatment plan. It may come at a time when you are going through life adjustments or major changes. In this educational series, MSK experts will talk about common concerns impacting young adult and young onset patients and answer your questions.  

Events will take place from to , Eastern Time.  

Please click here to register for this educational series.

Schedule of Events

Date: February 28, 2022  
Topic: Unique Mental Health Considerations in the Cancer Setting
Speaker: Erik Bengtsen, MD

Date: March 7, 2022 
Topic: Cannabis and Cancer
Speaker: Nirupa Raghunathan, MD, MS 

Date: March 14, 2022 
Topic: Fertility After Cancer Treatment for Males  
Speakers:

  • Anne Casson, MSN, RN, CPNP 
  • Rosemary Semler, MA, RN, AOCNS 
  • Lauren Martino, RN, MSN, CPNP 

Date: March 21, 2022 
Topic: Fertility After Cancer Treatment for Females 
Speakers:

  • Anne Casson, MSN, RN, CPNP 
  • Rosemary Semler, MA, RN, AOCNS 
  • Lauren Martino, RN, MSN, CPNP 

Date: March 28, 2022 
Topic: Tips for Managing Stomach Troubles  
Speaker: Michelle Myers, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN 

Date: April 4, 2022 
Topic: Sexual Problems in Men with Colorectal Cancer  
Speaker: John Mulhall, MD 

Date: April 11, 2022 
Topic: Female Sexual Health and Cancer  
Speaker: Jeanne Carter, PhD

Date: April 18, 2022 
Topic: Panel Discussion 
Speakers: TBD