Neuro-Oncology for Children and Young People Study Day

An overview of brain and spinal tumours in children and young people encompassing their treatment pathways.

This study day would be perfect for medical, nursing and allied health professionals with an interest in caring for children and young people with brain and spinal tumours. No previous experience is necessary and would be of interest to healthcare professionals who work with these patients.

TOPICS TO INCLUDE:

• Types of brain tumour (including, diagnosis, staging)
• Treatment of brain tumours (including surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted and novel therapies)
• Living with a brain tumour (experiences of patients and families )

Supportive care needs and the future (including survivorship, psychological and holistic needs, palliative and end of life care, future treatment)