ASBD 14th Scientific Meeting

PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

Four workshops run concurrently on Thursday morning from 9:00am to 12:15pm.

Workshops are included in the registration fee for ABSD members. Please select a workshop during registration if you would like to attend one.

For non-members there is a fee of $165. Please select a workshop during registration if you would like to attend one.

The Power of AI in Medicine & How to Get Started: Lindsay Page, AI Upskilling Lead and Laura Hatton, AI Educator & Facilitator from Pathfindr.ai explore the practical applications of AI for everyday use and medical practice.
AI is rapidly changing the way medical professionals access information, streamline tasks, and enhance patient care, but knowing where to begin can be challenging. This hands-on, interactive workshop is designed
specifically for breast cancer specialists and industry practitioners seeking practical, safe ways to explore AI in their daily work.
Led by Pathfindr’s Laura Hatton (AI Educator & Facilitator) and Lindsay Page (AI Upskilling Lead), and chaired by Dr. Daniel de Viana, the session will open with real-world insights from clinical practice, followed by live demonstrations of tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Heidi. You’ll explore AI through the lens of three core roles: Assistant, Thinker, and Creator, with clear medical use cases at each level.

Expect practical guidance, open discussion on privacy and security, and plenty of space to experiment. Bring your laptop, bring your questions, and get ready to try AI for yourself. No tech expertise required, just curiosity and a willingness to supercharge today and reimagine tomorrow.

Updates in Radiation Oncology: Dr Orit Kaidar-Person shares the latest developments in radiation therapy, with a focus on personalising treatment protocols.
Mastering Perforator Flaps in Breast Surgery: Principles, Techniques and Refinement

The workshop will be chaired by Peter Chin (Tauranga Hospital, NZ) and feature a line-up of experts including Ashutosh Kothari (Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital), Peter Barry (The Royal Marsden Hospital) and Farid Meybodi (Sydney Westmead Breast Cancer Institute).

This workshop is designed for surgeons who are beginning to incorporate, or are looking to expand their use of, chest wall perforator flaps in clinical practice. It is also well suited to those wishing to refine their technical skills in this evolving technique.

The program will cover key anatomical considerations, indications for use, and the various types of flaps—including LICAP, LTAP, AICAP and MICAP. Practical insights, technical tips and tricks, common pitfalls, and challenging cases will also be included.

There is no additional fee to attend this workshop if you are an ASBD Member, $165 for non-members. Entry is included in the main conference registration; however, early registration is recommended to secure your attendance.

Endocrine Deprivation in Breast Cancer Treatment: Managing the Fallout

Speakers: Virginia Baird, Mahesha Weerakoon, Lisa Birmingham, Natasha Keir & Ashlee Stirling

This workshop explores the complex and often under-recognised effects of endocrine deprivation in breast cancer treatment. Topics include the management of menopausal side effects, hormonal therapies to support sexual health, urinary concerns in menopause, and the role of pelvic physiotherapy.

With input from medical, urological, and physiotherapy experts, this session is essential for all members of the multidisciplinary team to optimise survivorship care and improve patient quality of life.

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