Parent / Survivor Meeting

Overview
ISPNO FAMILY EDUCATION DAY has been created "By Families - For Families" with an understanding that families of children affected by brain tumors are an integral part of the medical/family partnership. Knowledge is power and informed families become strong advocates and partners with surgeons, oncologists and related health professionals in providing their children optimal care. This unique educational experience will provide parents and survivors aged 18 years and older with an opportunity to partner with some of the world's most renowned medical experts in the field of pediatric Neurosurgery and Neuro-Oncology.

Target Audience:
Parents of children affected by brain tumors, Survivors, Siblings, Caregivers, and Medical & Allied Health Professionals

Topics will include:
• Welcome and Networking with families across the country/world
• Meet the Experts: Question/Answer with experts in Neurosurgery and Neuro-oncology from across the globe
• Epidemiology & Etiology of Childhood Brain Tumors
• Transition Related to Education, Adulthood, and Life
• Survivor and siblings Issues
• Perspective on Quality of Life
• Closing Reception with Medical Experts and Families

Timetable:

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

"Come together"
At 5:00 pm: The first meeting between parents & survivors to get to know each other. More information will follow.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

More information to the schedule will follow as soon as possible!

To enjoy together the evening in Vienna we plan a typical cultural meeting for the parents and survivors.
More information will follow.

Meeting Location:
The meeting will be held at the Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen Vienna. Vienna is a charming city in Austria. There are a myriad of wonderful family friendly activities and events in Vienna so we encourage you to join us for ISPNO Family Day and extend your stay.

Registration

More details for Family Education Day is available forthcoming online at this page.