# Event Details - **Event Name**: KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am โ€“ Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us in person or virtually to celebrate Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. Learn, share and support the cancer community!About this EventJoin Us at the KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium!Get ready for an insightful day hosted by the Johns Hopkins Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service (KGOS). This event will take place in the Chevy Chase Auditorium at Johns Hopkins Hospital.In honor of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, this symposium will focus on various cancer-related topics of interest to the general public. Learn about the latest research, prevention and early detection while connecting with the broader cancer community. Whether you're here to learn, connect or support, this symposium offers a warm and welcoming space for everyone interested in women's health. Don't miss out on this important gathering! Registration is required.Special thanks to our 2026 event sponsors:AbbVie2Moms MediaMyriad GeneticsEisaiLaughlin Family FoundationWe are still finalizing the guest speaker agenda so continue to check back for final details on sessions and speakers.Important Event Details:There is a fee for onsite parking and we recommend parking in the Orleans Garage as it is closest to Chevy Chase Auditorium.External guests will be required to check-in at security upon arrival. A valid photo I.D. will need to be presented.For those attending in-person, you MUST register in advance in order to receive lunch.Since the speaker topics will vary throughout the day, guests are welcome to join as they please and are not required to attend all sessions.Virtual attendees will receive a link to watch live as we get closer to the event.Agenda๐Ÿ•‘: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMRegistration / Networking / Vendor Tables Open๐Ÿ•‘: 11:30 AM - 11:45 AMWelcome and Opening RemarksHost: Rebecca Lynn Stone, M.D., M.S.Info: Hear from Johns Hopkins Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service Division Director Dr. Stone and Assistant Professor and Survivorship Program Director Dr. Stewart as they welcome attendees and open the symposium. They will share highlights from the divisionโ€™s recent work in gynecologic cancer care, introduce the presentations ahead, and offer insight into what to expect throughout the event.๐Ÿ•‘: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PMUsing Light to Detect and Unravel Ovarian Cancer: Making the Invisible VisibleHost: Angela Belcher, Ph.D.๐Ÿ•‘: 12:15 PM - 12:45 PMInnovations in Cancer Screening and Early DiagnosisHost: Sarah Temkin, M.D.Info: Dr. Sarah M. Temkin, MD, Senior Director of Early Detection at the American Cancer Society, will be sharing insights on innovations and early screening in cancer diagnosis. Attendees will learn about proactive steps that can help detect cancer earlier, including current screening best practices, advances in early detection, and the importance of timely evaluation and follow-up. Dr. Temkin will also discuss how early diagnosis can improve outcomes and support better cancer prevention and care.๐Ÿ•‘: 12:45 PM - 01:15 PMThe Shared Calling of Gynecology Oncology Across Borders Host: Dr. Tao PUInfo: Drs. Pu and Wu, gynecologic oncologists from China, will share insights into the differences in cancer care between the United States and China. Learn more about how processes, procedures and protocols vary across health systems, and what we can learn from one another to improve patient care.๐Ÿ•‘: 01:15 PM - 01:45 PMLunch sponsored by Myriad Genetics - vendor tables and pop-up shop openHost: Potbelly Sandwich WorksInfo: In-person registration is required in order to be eligible to receive lunch.Thank you to Myriad Genetics for serving as our exclusive Lunch Sponsor!๐Ÿ•‘: 01:45 PM - 02:15 PMCan your Gut Affect Your Cancer?Host: Cynthia Sears, M.D.Info: Johns Hopkins expert Dr. Cynthia Sears will explore the growing connection between the microbiome, intestinal health, and cancer development. With decades of experience as an infectious diseases expert and leading researcher in gut infections and microbiome science, Dr. Sears will discuss how specific bacteria and shifts in the gut environment may influence cancer risk and progression. As a professor at Johns Hopkins and a nationally recognized leader in microbiota research, she brings valuable insight into how emerging science is changing our understanding of the gutโ€™s role in cancer.๐Ÿ•‘: 02:15 PM - 02:45 PMRecent Clinical Trial Advances in Gynecologic CancersHost: Colleen McCormick, M.D., M.P.H.Info: Johns Hopkins assistant professor Dr. Colleen McCormick will highlight the latest developments in clinical trials shaping the future of care for gynecologic cancers. As part of the Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service team, Dr. McCormick brings deep expertise in cervical and endometrial cancers, complex cancer surgery and patient-centered care. A leader in clinical trial research, she is particularly focused on expanding diversity and inclusion in studies that help improve outcomes for all patients. She is currently the principal investigator on three Johns Hopkins clinical trials in gynecologic cancer and will share insights into how new research is advancing treatment options and improving the cancer care journey.๐Ÿ•‘: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM Break, vendor tables and pop-up shop๐Ÿ•‘: 03:00 PM - 03:15 PMPatient Perspectives in Gynecologic OncologyHost: Elizabeth Fox-SolomonInfo: Elizabeth Fox-Solomon, a survivor of endometrial and ovarian cancer, will share her personal journey and perspective as a patient, advocate, volunteer and donor. Since her diagnosis in 2022, Elizabeth has remained committed to raising awareness of gynecologic cancers and supporting efforts to advance care and research. A civil rights lawyer and public servant, she brings both professional and lived experience to her advocacy, including her involvement with the Johns Hopkins Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Serviceโ€™s Below the Belt Stride and Thrive 5K. In this brief talk, Elizabeth will offer an inspiring reminder of the importance of patient voices in cancer care.๐Ÿ•‘: 03:15 PM - 03:30 PMClosing remarksHost: Katherine Ikard Stewart, M.D., M.B.A.๐Ÿ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMVendor tables and networking, pop-up shop - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baltimore/kgos-gynecologic-cancer-awareness-symposium/100001997150778741 - **Event Categories**: fitness, health-wellness, science-fair, Nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: The Johns Hopkins Hospital - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Baltimore - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: The Johns Hopkins Hospital - **lat**: 39.2967385 - **long**: -76.59273619999999 - **full address**: The Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1800 Orleans Street, Baltimore, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/05693a70c5fabbf1c852f4e583e66e473435ab22d011be2c6c0183ac91ef7f50-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787158350 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium being held? - **A:** KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium takes place on Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1800 Orleans Street, Baltimore, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium? - **A:** KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium is organized by Johns Hopkins Dept of Gynecology & Obstetrics. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "KGOS Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Symposium", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/05693a70c5fabbf1c852f4e583e66e473435ab22d011be2c6c0183ac91ef7f50-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787158350", "startDate": "2026-09-11T11:00:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-09-11T16:00:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/baltimore/kgos-gynecologic-cancer-awareness-symposium/100001997150778741", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "The Johns Hopkins Hospital", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "1800 Orleans Street", "postalCode": "21287", "addressLocality": "Baltimore", "addressRegion": "MD", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "39.2967385", "longitude": "-76.59273619999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us in person or virtually to celebrate Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. 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