Interpreting MGUS/Smoldering Myeloma Labs- What To Know and When To Take Action

Name: Interpreting MGUS/Smoldering Myeloma Labs- What To Know and When To Take Action
Start: 2023-01-12T13:00:00-05:00
End: 2023-01-12T14:00:00-05:00

Jan 12, 2023

01:00PM - 02:00PM EST

Online Event

Overview

MGUS and Smoldering myeloma patients and care partners need to know what numbers to pay attention to and when to "worry". What are the levels that indicate active MM? When should you talk to your doctor about your concerns? Join myeloma medical professionals as they teach you the answers to these questions so you can become a more educated and empowered patient in your precursor myeloma journey.

Agenda

01:00 PM

Introductions

Audrey Burton-Bethke

Audrey introduces the agenda of the event and featured speakers Marilú Nájera and Patricia Flores.

01:05 PM

Presentation

Marilú Nájera and Patricia Flores

Marilú and Patricia answer your questions so you can become a more educated and empowered patient in your precursor myeloma journey.

01:35 PM

Questions and Answers

Audience

Type your questions in the chat and we will answer them!

Speakers & Moderators

Audrey Burton-Bethke

Audrey joined the HealthTree Foundation as the Myeloma Community Program Director in 2020. While not knowing much about myeloma at the start, she has since worked hard to educate herself, empathize and learn from others' experiences. She loves this job. Audrey is passionate about serving others, loves learning, and enjoys a nice mug of hot chocolate no matter the weather.

Patricia Flores

Patricia is an International Medical Graduate who joined HealthTree in 2020 as part of the Patient Experience team. She helps patients understand and track their lab & genetic test results as well as relevant information from their health history. She loves ballet, traveling, and reading a good science fiction book as often as possible.

Marilú Nájera Flores

Marilu Najera is an International Medical Graduate and an Event Operations Manager at the HealthTree Foundation. Her journey through several patient-centered roles has deepened her passion for advocacy, education, and connection. Now, as part of the education team, she is leading efforts to grow HealthTree’s newest community: ALL (acute lymphoblastic leukemia). She organizes patient-friendly webinars with expert speakers and works to ensure that patients and families feel informed, empowered, and supported. Marilu brings empathy, joy, and warmth to every project. Outside of work, she loves to travel, connect with others, and spend time with her loved ones—especially her nephews (being an aunt is her absolute favorite role in life!).