Surgeon General Symposium on Cancer System of Care

Cancer Partners,

You are cordially invited to attend the Florida Department of Health's Surgeon General Symposium on the Cancer System of Care, to be held Monday, March 18, 2013, at the Brevard County Health Department in Viera, Florida.
The Florida Department of Health works each day to protect the health and safety of all Floridians and visitors. Our vision is to be the healthiest state in the nation.  As such, State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health Dr. John Armstrong is hosting symposiums across the state to inspire community-level conversation, incorporating the perspectives of a variety of individuals to discuss how we can work together to protect, promote and improve the health of Floridians.
During this two-part symposium, State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health Dr. John Armstrong and a panel of distinguished guests will convene to explore the topic of creating a Cancer System of Care in Florida. Statewide collaboration among our academic and community cancer programs is vital for better outcomes for patients with cancer. 

Part 1
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Panel discussion

Part 2
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. - Breakout sessions, participants will work together to determine how the areas of research, treatment and prevention will play a role in the state’s Cancer System of Care. 
Overall Question

How can the state and private industry create a collaborative system of cancer care that makes Florida a destination for care, research and prevention?

Who should attend?
Health care professionals, community leaders, legislators, members of the media and the general public are invited.
 
Where
Brevard County Health Department
2555 Judge Fran Jamieson Way
Viera, Florida 32940

When
March 18, 2013
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Registration
Please complete the following registration, located at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KMDWL6H.  Once your registration is received by our team, you will receive an email confirmation and additional information regarding the symposium. We encourage you to register early, as seating is limited. Please forward this invitation to others who may be interested in attending. Registration will close at 5 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, March 13, 2013. 

You are welcome to contact Denishia Sword via email at denishia_sword@doh.state.fl.us with any questions. We look forward to your attendance at this important event.