Lynch Syndrome Patient Symposium
Lynch Syndrome Ireland invite you to a patient symposium hosted by St. Vincents University Hospital to mark Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day.
Date and time
Location
St. Vincent's University Hospital
Elm Park D04 T6F4 Dublin 4 IrelandAgenda
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Registration and Coffee
2:00 PM - 2:05 PM
Welcome Address
Ms Roberta Horgan, Lynch Syndrome Ireland
2:05 PM - 2:10 PM
Chair Address
Mr Noel O’Connell, Lynch Syndrome Ireland
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM
Aspirin
Mr Rory Kennelly, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, SVUH
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Surgical Menopause
Dr Nicola Cochrane, Complex Menopause Clinic, NMH
2:50 PM - 3:10 PM
Psycho-social Needs in Cancer Genetic Risk
Dr Louise O'Driscoll, Lead Clinical Psychologist SVUH
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Genotype, Phenotype and Family History
Ms Nina Vorster, Genetics Counsellor SJH
3:50 PM
Patient perspective
3:50 AM - 4:00 PM
The Hereditary Cancer Model of Care- where are we now?
Dr Triona McCarthy, Consultant in Public Health, NCCP
3:50 PM - 4:00 PM
Close
Mr Noel O’Connell, Lynch Syndrome Ireland
About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours
We are excited to invite you to join us at St. Vincent's University Hospital for an afternoon filled with informative sessions and discussions about Lynch Syndrome. This event is a great opportunity for patients and families to come together and learn more about this genetic condition. Healthcare professionals with an interest in expanding their understanding of Lynch syndrome are welcome to attend also. We look forward to seeing you there.
This is an in-person event and places are limited. Registration is essential.
Event Details:
- Date: Sat Mar 22, 2025
- Time: 14:00 GMT
- Location: St. Vincent's University Hospital
Frequently asked questions
This is an in-person event only on this occasion.
No, the event will not be recorded.
There is a public car park located on St Vincents University Hospital Campus. Parking is charged at 14 euro per day. Sydney Parade is the nearest Dart Station and is approximately a 10 minute walk from the hospital. The nearest bus stops are on the Merrion Rd and Nutley Lane.
Light refreshments will be offered from 1pm.
Enter the hospital through the main door. Go straight to CenterPoint and turn right. Walk approximately 50 meters and turn left and the Old Lecture Theatre will be on your right.
Yes, but spaces are limited.