This has been an experience beyond my imagination. The fact that the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) extended an invitation to attend this year’s American Society of Hematology (ASH) Conference in Orlando, Florida, was humbling. I approached this project with anxiety, wondering if I could relay an accurate impression for those who would be reading my […]
From the sidelines of the IMWG breakfast and the Cancer Research Center of Spain’s presentation
Today was an exciting day for me! The pleasure of being invited to the International Myeloma Working Group (IMWG) breakfast and hearing Dr. Durie’s Highlights of his American Society of Hematology (ASH) presentation added to the excitement. I was impressed by the congeniality of these men and women as several others shared highlights of their […]
Jump In!
When you were younger, how many times did you hear that at the pool or dockside at your favorite lake? I have been thinking about our newly diagnosed patients, caregivers, families, and friends. It seems that when the myeloma diagnosis came along, you “Jumped in” and tried to learn as much as possible about this […]
Keeping up with Stem Cell Transplantation and Relapse Therapy Studies
The 57th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting will be held this year from Dec. 5–Dec. 8. This will be my first up-close experience at ASH. Needless to say, I feel there is much more to learn as I prepare. I am grateful to the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) for inviting me to ASH, […]