Recipients
Prof Ian Olver, AM, MD, PhD
Distinguished Service Award
Ian Olver, AM, MD, PhD, is a medical oncologist, cancer researcher and bioethicist. He is currently Professorial Research Fellow, School of Psychology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide and consults for Bellberry Ethics Committee. His previous roles have included being CEO, Cancer Council Australia and Clinical Director, Royal Adelaide Hospital Cancer Centre and has been a President of MASCC. His major research interests are supportive care in cancer and psycho-oncology.
Dr Akhila Reddy, MD
Steven M Grunberg Memorial Award
Palliative, Rehabilitation, and Integrative Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, TX, USA
Abstract: Levorphanol as a Second Line Opioid in Cancer Patients Presenting to an Outpatient Supportive Care Center: An Open-Label Study
Abstract: Levorphanol as a Second Line Opioid in Cancer Patients Presenting to an Outpatient Supportive Care Center: An Open-Label Study
Young Investigator Award Recipients
Tara Behroozian
Outstanding Young Investigator
Clinical Research Assistant, Department of Radiation Oncology, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto, ON, Canada
Abstract: How do Patient-Reported Outcomes Compare with Clinician Assessments? A Prospective Study of Radiation Dermatitis in Breast Cancer
Abstract: How do Patient-Reported Outcomes Compare with Clinician Assessments? A Prospective Study of Radiation Dermatitis in Breast Cancer
Dr Marc Hilmi, MD
Young Investigator
Medical Doctor in Oncology, Département d'Innovation Thérapeutique et d'Essais Précoces (DITEP), Gustave Roussy
Villejuif, France
Abstract: Evaluation of Supportive Care Needs, Sexuality and Quality of Life in Phase I Trials: Preliminary Results of a Prospective Monocentric Study
Abstract: Evaluation of Supportive Care Needs, Sexuality and Quality of Life in Phase I Trials: Preliminary Results of a Prospective Monocentric Study
Maria Gonzalez
Young Investigator
PhD Student, Health Minds, NICM Health Research Institute
Sydney, Australia
Abstract: Yoga for Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in People with Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Abstract: Yoga for Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in People with Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Dr Elisa Kauark-Fontes, DDS
Young Investigator
Dentist, Oral Diagnosis Department, Faculdade de Odontologia de Piracicaba (FOP/UNICAMP)
Piracicabe, São Paulo, Brazil
Abstract: Extraoral Photobiomodulation Therapy for Oral Mucositis in Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer Patients: Interim Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial
Abstract: Extraoral Photobiomodulation Therapy for Oral Mucositis in Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer Patients: Interim Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial
Dr Charlotte Duch Lynggaard, MD
Young Investigator
Medical Doctor, Department of Otolaryngology, Rigshospitalet, University Hospital of Copenhagen
Piracicabe, São Paulo, Brazil
Abstract: Allogeneic "Off-the-Shelf" Stem Cell Therapy for Radiation-Induced Salivary Gland Hypofunction and Xerostomia in Previous Head and Neck Cancer Patients
Abstract: Allogeneic "Off-the-Shelf" Stem Cell Therapy for Radiation-Induced Salivary Gland Hypofunction and Xerostomia in Previous Head and Neck Cancer Patients
AICSO-MASCC Young Investigator Award Recipients
Dr Élia Cipriano, MD
1st Award - Young Investigator
Medical Oncology, Hospital Pedro Hispano, Matosinhos Local Health Unit
Matosinhos, Portugal
Abstract: Quality of Life in Geriatric Oncology: Psychometric Validation of the Portuguese Version of EORTC QLQ-ELD14 Questionnaire in a Portuguese Population with Solid Malignancies
Abstract: Quality of Life in Geriatric Oncology: Psychometric Validation of the Portuguese Version of EORTC QLQ-ELD14 Questionnaire in a Portuguese Population with Solid Malignancies
Vera Pires
2nd Award - Young Investigator
Pharmacist, Portuguese Oncology Institute of Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal
Abstract: Flat Dose vs Personalized Does of Pembrolizumab: Economic Toxicity
Abstract: Flat Dose vs Personalized Does of Pembrolizumab: Economic Toxicity
Dr Helena Guedes, MD
3rd Award - Young Investigator
Medical Doctor, Medical Oncology, Centro Hospitalar Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho
Porto, Portugal
Abstract: Desensitization of Antineoplastic Drugs: A Way Beyond Hypersensitivity Reactions
Abstract: Desensitization of Antineoplastic Drugs: A Way Beyond Hypersensitivity Reactions
Conference Scholarship Recipients
Omar Ali Aboshady, MBBCh
Conference Scholarship
Senior Research Assistant, Clinical Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University
Menoufia, Egypt
Abstract: Protective Effects of Rosuvastatin on 5-Fluorouracil-Induced Gastrointestinal Mucositis in Rats
Abstract: Protective Effects of Rosuvastatin on 5-Fluorouracil-Induced Gastrointestinal Mucositis in Rats
Dr Rahul D. Arora, MD Palliative Medicine (HBNI, India)
Conference Scholarship
Doctor, Palliative Medicine, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Abstract: Case Presentation in Academic Palliative Oncology – A Narrative Review
Abstract: Case Presentation in Academic Palliative Oncology – A Narrative Review
Rachita Gururaj, BPT
Conference Scholarship
Physiotherapy Post-Graduate, Department of Physiotherapy, KMC Mangalore MAHE
Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Abstract: Effect of Exercise Based Interventions on Sleep and Circadian Rhythm in Cancer Survivors - A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis
Abstract: Effect of Exercise Based Interventions on Sleep and Circadian Rhythm in Cancer Survivors - A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis
Dr Ogochukwu Izuegbuna, MBChB, MSc, FMCPath
Conference Scholarship
Haematologist, Department of Haematology, Lautech Teaching Hospital
Ogbomoso, Nigeria
Abstract: Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Risk Assessment in Nigerian Breast Cancer Patients
Abstract: Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Risk Assessment in Nigerian Breast Cancer Patients
Yadav Nisha
Conference Scholarship
PhD Scholar, Medical Oncology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER)
Puducherry, India
Abstract: Effect of Cytotoxic Chemotherapy on Bone Health Among Postmenopausal Women with Non-Metastatic Breast Cancer. Does it Require Intervention?
Abstract: Effect of Cytotoxic Chemotherapy on Bone Health Among Postmenopausal Women with Non-Metastatic Breast Cancer. Does it Require Intervention?
