The 9th Meeting of the Asian Leksell Gamma Knife Society 2025The 9th Meeting of the Asian Leksell Gamma Knife Society 2025

 

Lessons for Life: Programme Overview

The cancer forum programme is structured to provide both breadth and depth, combining plenary panel discussions with focused sessions.

You may follow the main stage discussions or join concurrent focus tracks based on your interests.

Panel sessions (45min)

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Panel session #1: Many minds, one goal: Bringing together the right team for every patient
Time: 11.15am – 12.00pm

Moderator:
Diana Ser

Panel:
Dr Ivan Tham, Radiation Oncologist, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital 
Dr Melissa Teo, General Surgeon, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital 
Dr Peter Goh, Diagnostics Radiologist, Parkway Radiology 
Dr Richard Quek, Medical Oncologist, Parkway Cancer Centre

About the session:
Modern cancer care relies on close collaboration across specialties.

This panel brings together surgical, medical, radiation, and interventional experts to explore how multidisciplinary teamwork improves treatment planning, access to advanced therapies, and patient outcomes.

Through real-world case discussions, speakers in this keynote panel will examine:

  • When surgery provides the greatest potential for cure
  • How systemic therapies are integrated into care
  • The impact of precision radiation techniques
  • The role of minimally invasive interventional radiology in both treatment and palliation

Panel session #2: What increases cancer risk – and what you can do about it
Time: 1.00pm– 1.45pm

Moderator:
Diana Ser

Panel:
Dr Tan Min-Han, Medical Oncologist and Founder & CEO, Lucence  
Dr Tanujaa Rajasekaran, Medical Oncologist, Parkway Cancer Centre  
Mr Gerard Wong, Principal Dietitian, Parkway Cancer Centre

About the session:
Cancer risk is shaped by both inherited genetics and modifiable lifestyle factors.

This session explores how understanding this balance empowers individuals to take a proactive approach to health.

The session will explore:

  • Genetic predisposition versus lifestyle-related risk
  • Advances in early cancer detection and screening
  • The role of nutrition, physical activity, and genetic insights
  • How early detection leads to better outcomes and peace of mind

Panel session #3: Navigating the costs of cancer care: What patients and families should know
Time: 1.45pm – 2.40pm

This panel will feature Ms Yvonne Ang, cancer survivor & senior financial advisor, and other speakers from insurance agencies and independent financial advising groups.

About the session:
Financial concerns are a major source of stress for patients and caregivers.

This session demystifies the financial aspects of cancer care, providing practical guidance on navigating insurance coverage and planning.

Discussion points include:

  • Understanding key medical costs and insurance coverage
  • Common gaps and overlooked areas in cancer coverage
  • Managing financial risks during treatment
  • Real-life experiences and practical strategies shared by financial advisors


    This session on 'Navigating the costs of cancer care' may be more relevant to the attendees in Singapore. You may wish to join either of these sessions: 'Prostate cancer: A silent but rising threat', or 'Advancements in prostate cancer management' happening concurrently online instead. Scroll down to 'Focus tracks' to view more details about these sessions.'

Panel session #4: Life after cancer: Stories of resilience, recovery and hope
Time: 2.50pm – 3.35pm

Moderator:
Diana Ser

Panel:
Mr Tan Kang Fun, Cancer Survivor
Ms Alicia Huang, Cancer Survivor & CanFriend volunteer
Ms Wa Wa Aung, Counsellor, Parkway Cancer Centre

About the session:
Survivorship is about more than recovery; it is about rebuilding identity, emotional well-being, and meaningful living after cancer.

This panel brings together survivors, caregivers, peer support volunteers, and counsellors to discuss:

  • Emotional and mental challenges during and after treatment
  • The impact of cancer on relationships and daily life
  • The importance of psychosocial and peer support
  • Finding resilience, purpose, and hope beyond cancer

 

Focus tracks

The forum will feature 4 cancer type-specific focus track sessions running concurrently with the main panel sessions, delivered in a lecture format that begins with a presentation, followed by Q&A from the audience.  

Each focus session is designed to provide a clear, structured understanding of a specific cancer type, combining medical insight with practical considerations relevant to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

There will be 4 focus tracks:

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Topic: Blood cancer in 2026: New treatment paradigms
Time: 12.30pm – 1.00pm

This session explores how advances in haematology are reshaping the diagnosis and treatment of blood cancers. Dr Lee Yuh Shan will share insights into the latest developments across haematological malignancies, including lymphoma, and how these advances are influencing clinical practice.

The discussion will highlight emerging treatment options and evolving therapeutic strategies, offering participants a clearer understanding of how innovation is expanding possibilities for patients and informing more personalised approaches to care.

Topic: Life’s peachy sweet if you test, detect and treat!
Time: 1.00pm – 1.45pm

This session will open with a broad overview of breast cancer, providing a clear and accessible understanding of the disease. Dr Sabrina Ngaserin will discuss the importance of early detection and screening and highlight key awareness points to help individuals recognise risk factors, understand the value of timely diagnosis, and take proactive steps towards breast health.

Topic: Beyond early detection: new frontiers in breast cancer treatment
Time: 1.00pm – 1.45pm

This segment with Dr See Hui Ti will delve into advances in breast cancer treatment and evolving therapeutic options, and explore how treatment strategies are becoming increasingly refined. It will also highlight important emerging developments and innovations that are shaping the future of breast cancer care.

MammoXpress mammogram screenings will be available at the event. Pre-register to secure your preferred time slot.

Topic: Prostate cancer: A silent but rising threat
Time: 1.00pm – 1.45pm

Prostate cancer is fast becoming the most common cancer in men in Singapore — yet many men remain unaware of their risk.

While early prostate cancer can often be treated successfully or cured, advanced disease continues to carry a much poorer prognosis. Dr Tan Yung Khan will share how prostate cancer develops, how it can be detected early, and what every man should know to protect his future health.

Topic: Advancements in prostate cancer management 
Time: 1.00pm – 1.45pm

In this session, Dr Wong Siew Wei will highlight the latest treatment options for prostate cancer, including modern and personalised approaches, and explain how team-based care supports patients throughout their journey. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of how these advances are improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

Topic:Surviving lung cancer – Will I? Can I?
Time: 2.50pm – 3.35pm

A diagnosis of lung cancer often brings fear and uncertainty, but survival outcomes are more nuanced than many people expect. In this session, Dr Steve Yang will explore what survival means in the context of lung cancer today, examining the factors that influence outcomes and how advances in diagnosis, treatment and supportive care are changing the landscape.

Topic: Uncover non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC): From symptoms to real-life journeys
Time: 2.50pm – 3.35pm

Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer, and this session will guide participants through recognising the symptoms that may appear, today's treatment options, and real-life case examples. With sharings from Dr Tanujaa Rajasekaran, the session provides a clearer understanding of the condition while highlighting the progress and hope that modern care can bring.

On-site activities

Attendees will have the opportunity to undergo a mammogram screening on-site with MammoXpress, the mobile mammography service by Parkway Radiology. 

This specially equipped screening bus brings breast cancer screening closer to the community, making it easier and more convenient for women to check their breast health. The screening process typically takes about 30 minutes

To ensure a smoother experience, we strongly encourage attendees to pre-register for a screening slot. Pre-registered participants will be able to select their preferred time slot in advance. 

A limited number of walk-in registrations may be available on the event day, subject to remaining capacity. 

MammoXpress screening hours: 9.30am – 4.30pm 
Event rate for forum attendees: $80 (inclusive of GST) 

Early detection can make a difference. Pre-register to secure your preferred screening time.  

 

Programme Overview