In honor of Native American Heritage Month in November, we invite you to join us for the Gathering for Native American Cancer Care. This event is a testament to our commitment to Native American communities and improving healthcare, with a particular focus on cancer care, for northern New Mexico.
What to Expect
Stay the Night
Special room rate is $148 (double occupancy) to stay at Buffalo Thunder for the Native Health Gathering on Saturday, November 2nd.
Please call the hotel directly and and refer to group code: GNACC
Reservation: 1-800-Hiltons (833-577-5911)
Event Schedule
(Subject to change. Updated 10/24/24)
Blessing & Welcome
10:00 AM
Cancer Overview and Addressing New Mexico’s Cancer Disparities
Colorectal and Genetic Screening
Cross-Cultural Medicine
Joseph “Brophy” Toledo
Traditional Healer, Jemez Pueblo
Breakthroughs For All - Clinical Trials
Carmen White, U.S. & Global Oncology Health Equity Lead (Pfizer Oncology)
Lunch
Strategies to Overcome Barriers to Quality Cancer Care
Linda Burhansstipanov, MSPH, DrPH, OPN-CG,
President NavPoint Health
(Cherokee Nation)
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Patient Support Services
Patient Services and the Cancer Foundation for New Mexico
Followed by Question & Answer
Patient Services and the Cancer Foundation for New Mexico
Allison Donnell, ND, DOM; CHRISTUS St. Vincent Supportive Care Medicine
Karen Gano, LCSW; Oncology Social Worker
Shayna Grandbois-Herrera; Native Health Navigator
Deana Benjamin; Physical Therapist & Amy Thatcher; Speech Therapist
Closing Blessing
2:00 PM
Co-Presenting Sponsor: We are honored to have Anchorum Health Foundation & Pfizer Oncology Co-Presenting Sponsors, showcasing their dedication to advancing cancer care.
Sponsors & Community Partners: Our event is made possible through collaboration with the Cancer Foundation for New Mexico, Christus St. Vincent, and Hilton Buffalo Thunder Resort. We aim to create a supportive environment for all attendees.