Synovial Sarcoma Conference

Inaugural Synovial Sarcoma Conference

April 7, 2025 Comments Off on Inaugural Synovial Sarcoma Conference
Dr. Theodore Laetsch

On March 1, CHOP, in collaboration with Penn Medicine and the Synovial Sarcoma Foundation, hosted the first-ever national virtual conference dedicated solely to synovial sarcoma. More than 100 patients, caregivers, researchers, and clinicians attended the event, which featured expert presentations, research updates, and live discussions.

The Synovial Sarcoma Foundation is dedicated to advancing research and support for patients affected by this rare form of cancer.

Conference Recording: 

View the complete conference recording: Watch Video
Review presentation slides from featured speakers: View Presentations
Read answers to participant-submitted questions: Read Q&A

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Synovial Sarcoma Foundation Celebrates Groundbreaking Achievement by Rachel Dr. Hurly

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