Liposarcoma Support Network

Liposarcoma Uncovered
2025-11-04 11:00 (America/New_York)
Insights from 11K+ Patients in the NETSARC+ Registry
Join Professor Jean-Yves Blay as he presents findings from the largest nationwide study of liposarcomas, encompassing 11,000+ patients from the NETSARC+ registry. This session will explore the clinical presentation, management, and outcomes of the diverse histological subtypes of liposarcoma, including well-differentiated, dedifferentiated, myxoid, pleomorphic, and rarer forms. Attendees will gain insights into age- and sex-related differences in incidence and prognosis, as well as the importance of specialized sarcoma centers for optimal patient care.
These webinars are for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any treatment or lifestyle changes. If you have questions or comments, please reach out to truggiero@liposarcomasupport.org
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About Our Presenter:
Professor Jean-Yves Blay
Le Centre Léon Bérard, Lyon, France
Jean-Yves Blay, oncologist, is professor of Medicine at the University of Lyon I, Director General of the Cancer Center Léon Bérard in Lyon, and President of the French Federation of CCC Unicancer. His work focuses on sarcoma, rare cancers, guiding targeted treatments using genomics, and immuno-oncology. He is a researcher at the Cancer Research Center of Lyon, director of SIRIC LYRICAN+, President of the French Sarcoma Group and the Sarcoma expert network NETSARC+, director of ERN-EURACAN of the European Commission, Director of Public Policies of ESMO, and former president of the EORTC. He has co-authored more than 1000 articles & “Highly cited Researcher” since 2019.

Myxoid Liposarcoma Panel
2025-09-29 12:30
LSN is partnering with Duke Sarcoma Center to present “Myxoid Liposarcoma: Insights Into A Unique Sarcoma” with Dr. Brian Brigman, Dr. William Jeck, Dr. Nicole Larrier & Dr. Richard Riedel of Duke Sarcoma Center, Duke Cancer Institute on September 29, at 12:30PM ET.
Join us for an expert-led discussion focused on Myxoid Liposarcoma, a rare and distinctive subtype of soft tissue sarcoma. Gain valuable insights into its pathology, surgical management, radiation therapy, and systemic treatment. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
These webinars are for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any treatment or lifestyle changes. If you have questions or comments, please reach out to truggiero@liposarcomasupport.org
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Making Cents of Caregiving
2025-08-12 12:00
The Life Raft Group presents “Making Cents of Caregiving” with Al Berg of the AARP NJ Speakers Bureau on August 12, at 12PM ET. In this informative and educational session, you will be introduced to essential information caregivers need to more easily manage the financial complexities of caregiving. Over the course of the presentation, you will learn how to incorporate financial tips and resources into your caregiving. By the end of the session, we hope you have the confidence to make your own financial plans for your loved one’s care and well-being. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
These webinars are for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any treatment or lifestyle changes. If you have questions or comments, please reach out to rpauley@liferaftgroup.org
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About Our Presenter:
Al Berg
AARP NJ Speakers Bureau
Al Berg is a volunteer with the AARP NJ Speakers Bureau, giving presentations on a variety of topics of interest to older Americans. During the day, Al heads up cybersecurity for a major entertainment company. When he is not fighting off hackers, he is an EMT with the Weehawken Volunteer First Aid Squad and lives in Weehawken with his wife and a very spoiled cat.

Navigating Financial Support & Medicare Changes
2025-06-30 12:00
The Life Raft Group presents “Navigating Financial Support & Medicare Changes: What Patients Need to Know in 2025” with Jennifer Noonan of Accessia Health to present to our patient and caregiver community on June 30th at 12PM ET. During this virtual presentation, Ms. Noonan will cover key updates including the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (M3P), cost-sharing “smoothing,” and how charitable financial assistance programs can support individuals navigating high out-of-pocket costs. Learn what these changes mean for patients and caregivers — and how to prepare for what’s ahead. A Q&A segment will follow Ms. Noonan’s presentation.
These webinars are for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any treatment or lifestyle changes. If you have questions or comments, please reach out to rpauley@liferaftgroup.org
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About Our Presenter:
Jennifer Noonan
Accessia Heath
Jennifer Noonan, Vice President of Clinical Strategy & Patient Engagement at Accessia Health, is a dedicated healthcare professional with 25+ years of clinical nursing experience. Her vast clinical management background spans diverse healthcare settings, showcasing her expertise in program design and service delivery under rigorous regulations. Her career began in emergency medicine in Louisville, KY, where she spent 17 years in leadership roles and contributing to EMR clinical development and implementation. Transitioning into hospice and palliative care in 2014, Jennifer excelled in leadership positions for both adult and pediatric patients. A resolute academic, Jennifer holds degrees from Kentucky State University and Western Governors University. She was appointed to the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy’s Board of Directors in September 2023. Beyond work, she is a family-oriented martial arts enthusiast, hiker, and avid traveler.

Holistic Approaches to Healing in Harmony
2025-05-13 12:00
The Life Raft Group presents “Holistic Approaches to Healing in Harmony” with Certified Wellness Coach & Patient Advocate Carolina Williams on May 13th at 12PM ET. This virtual session will blend mindfulness practices with vibrational living to support cancer patients and their caregivers in navigating the emotional and energetic challenges of healing. Through guided meditations, breathwork, and energy-awareness techniques, participants will learn how to cultivate inner peace, resilience, and a healing mindset. Discover how vibrational frequencies influence well-being, how to shift energy for emotional balance, and how to create a supportive environment that fosters deep healing for both patients and caregivers.
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About Our Presenter:
After facing Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST), Carolina experienced an instantaneous remission—a profound moment that reinforced the power of mindfulness, energy healing, and vibrational living. While her healing journey included deep spiritual work, meditation, and energy alignment, she also acknowledges the role of Gleevec, the targeted therapy that supported her recovery. This integrative approach—combining science and vibrational medicine—became the foundation of her work.
Now a certified Wellness Coach, Reiki Master, and Bio-Well Energy Field Practitioner, Carolina is passionate about guiding cancer patients and caregivers toward inner peace, resilience, and healing. She teaches practical tools that support both emotional and physical well-being, helping others navigate their journeys with greater strength, hope, and balance.

Los beneficios de los cuidados paliativos
2025-05-06 15:00
The Life Raft Group presenta “Vive tu vida al máximo: Los beneficios de los cuidados paliativos” junto a Olivia Tigre-Nerimora de Stanford Health Care, el cual se llevará a cabo el 6 de mayo a las 3 p.m., hora del este. Durante esta presentación virtual, la Sra. Tigre-Nerimora compartirá formas de vivir al máximo con un enfoque holístico y centrado en las personas, hablará también sobre síntomas físicos, así como sobre el bienestar emocional y espiritual. Usted también aprenderá sobre los cuidados paliativos, y de cómo esta especialidad médica puede brindarle un apoyo adicional y mejorar su calidad de vida. Después de la presentación, habrá una sesión de preguntas y respuestas.
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Olivia Tigre Nerimora se desempeña actualmente como Gerente de Proyectos para el Centro de Excelencia en Cuidados Paliativos, Olivia supervisa proyectos destinados a promover la educación y la concientización sobre los cuidados paliativos especializados. Sus esfuerzos enfatizan el aumento de la participación comunitaria,

The Benefits of Palliative Care
2025-05-06 14:00
The Life Raft Group presents “Live Your Best Life – The Benefits of Palliative Care” with Dr. Grant Smith of Stanford Health Care on May 6th at 2PM ET. During this virtual presentation, Dr. Smith will share ways to live your best life using a holistic, person-centered approach. During this workshop, Dr. Smith will talk about physical symptoms as well as emotional and spiritual well-being. You’ll also learn about the medical specialty, called palliative care, and how it can give you an extra level of support and improve your quality of life. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
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About Our Presenter:
Grant Smith, MD is a palliative care physician and Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the Stanford School of Medicine. He is the medical director of the Stanford Palliative Care Community Partnerships Team. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in hospice and palliative medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. As part of the Stanford faculty, he is an attending physician on the palliative care inpatient service and in the outpatient palliative care clinic in Palo Alto.
