Speaker Highlights
Marissa Shams-White, PhD Senior Principal Scientist at the American Cancer Society. She will present a science‑backed guide to eating, moving, and cancer prevention, translating the latest research into practical steps for healthier living.
Safa Osman, MD Dual board‑certified in Internal and Obesity Medicine. She will break down the pros and cons of GLP‑1 medications, offering clear, clinical insights for real‑world decision‑making.
RD and RN continuing education units (CEUs) are currently pending approval.
Agenda
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8:00am – 9:00am
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Registration
Breakfast
Health Screenings & Education Tables
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Classroom A,B,C
Classroom 1,2,3
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9:00am – 10:15am
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Keynote
Nourish & Flourish: A Science-Backed Guide to Eating, Moving, and Cancer Prevention
Marissa Shams-White, PhD, MSTOM, MS, MPH
American Cancer Society
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Auditorium
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10:15am– 10:45am
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Exercise and Disease Prevention
Stephanie Forster E.P., CCRP
(Cardio & Pulmonary Rehab)
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Auditorium
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10:45am– 11:45am
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Snack Break
Health Screenings & Education Tables
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Classroom A,B,C
Classroom 1,2,3
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11:45am – 12:45pm
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The Power of the Plate: Preventing Diabetes Through Better Nutrition
Lisa Muras, RDN, CDCES (Outpatient Diabetes & Nutrition)
Budget‑friendly healthy meal preparation
Katherine Nguyen, RDN (Clinical Nutrition)
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Auditorium
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12:45pm-1:15pm
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Lunch
Education Tables
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Classroom A,B,C
Classroom 1,2,3
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1:15pm-1:30pm
1:30pm-2:30pm
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Band Exercise Break
Cathy Turner, MS (Health promotion)
Pros and Cons of GLP‑1 medications
Safa M. Osman, MD, MHA, ABIM, ABOM
Obesity Medicine, Weight Management & Internal Medicine
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Auditorium
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