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World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer: Asian Perspectives
22 - 23 August 2008
Bangkok, Thailand
InterContinental Bangkok
Jaffer Ajani, MD Alex Chang, MD, PhD Jy-Ming Chiang, MD Mario Dicato, MD Akira Fukutomi, MD Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD |
Joseph W.Y. Lau, MD Janet FY Lee, MD Wai Keung Leung, MD Brigette Ma, MD Atsushi Ohtsu, MD Vorachai Ratanatharathorn, MD |
Virote Sriuranpong, MD, PhD Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD Norman Wolmark, MD Simon Yu, MD |
Friday, 22 August 2008
8:00
Welcome and Introduction
Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD and Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD
Session I: Esophageal Cancer
Moderators: Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD and Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD
8:05
Epidemiology and causes of upper GI cancer
Prof Wai Keung Leung, MD
8:25
Surgery for esophageal cancer
Speaker invited
9:45
Multimodality treatment of esophageal cancer – the Asian View
Virote Sriuranpong, MD, PhD
9:00
Multimodality treatment of esophageal cancer – the Western View
Jaffer Ajani, MD
9:15
Panel discussion
Session II: Rare gastrointestinal malignancies
9:30
Modern management of GIST tumors
Speaker invited
9:55
Coffee break
Session III: Gastric Cancer
Moderator: Atushi Othsu, MD and Professor Ann-Lii Cheng, MD, PhD
10:15
Diagnosis and endoscopic management of early gastric cancer
Speaker invited
10:35
Surgical management of gastric cancer Speaker invited
10:55
Neo-adjuvant and adjuvant therapy for gastric cancer
The Asian experience–Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD
The US experience–Jaffer Ajani, MD
The European experience–Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD
11:25
Chemotherapy of advanced gastric cancer
Alex Chang, MD
11:45
Case studies on gastric cancer and panel discussion
Alex Chang, MD
12:05
Lunch break
Session IV: Hepatobiliary tumors
13:20
Surgical management of Hepatocellular cancer
Speaker invited
13:40
Non-surgical local treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma
Simon Yu, MD
14:00
Systemic treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma
Ann-Lii Cheng, MD, PhD
14:20
Surgery for biliary tumors
Speaker invited
14:40
Non-surgical management of biliary tumors
Speaker invited
15:00
Panel discussion
15:15
Coffee break
Session V: Highlights from 2008 in upper GI cancer management
15:35
Molecular analysis of upper GI cancer
Jaffer Ajani, MD
15:55
Are targeted agents promising for upper GI cancer?
Atsushi Ohtsu, MD
16:15
Highlights from ASCO and World Congress on upper Gastrointestinal Cancer
Mario Dicato, MD
16:35
Adjourn
Saturday, 23 August 2008
8:30
Welcome and Introduction
Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD and Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD
Session VI: Pancreatic Cancer
Moderator: Yoo-Koo Kang, MD, PhD and Speaker invited
8:40
Surgical management of pancreatic cancer
Joseph WY Lau, MD
9:00
Adjuvant treatment of pancreatic cancer
Akira Fukutomi, MD
9:20
Treatment of metastatic pancreatic cancer
Speaker invited
9:40
Panel Discussion
10:00
NeuroEndocrine Tumors
Speaker invited
10:30
Coffee break
Session VII: Localized Colorectal Cancer
11:00
Surgical management of rectal cancer
Janet FY Lee, MD
11:20
Adjuvant therapy for colorectal cancer
Norman Wolmark, MD
11:50
Lunch
Session VIII: Advanced Colorectal Cancer
13:15
What is the optimal cytotoxic regimen in advanced colorectal cancer?
Speaker invited
13:35
Angiogenesis inhibitors in metastatic colorectal cancer
Brigette Ma, MD
13:55
EGFR inhibitors in metastatic colorectal cancer?
Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD
14:15
Predictive molecular markers in CRC.
Mario Dicato, MD
14:35
What are the implications of molecular analysis of colorectal cancer in Asia?
Brigette Ma, MD
14:50
Round table with cases
15:15
Coffee break
Session IX: Highlights from 2008 in colorectal cancer management
15:35
Highlights from ASCO and World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer
Mario Dicato, MD
15:55
A colorectal surgeon’s perspective on surgical management of liver metastases
Jy-Ming Chiang, MD
16:15
The multimodality treatment of liver metastases
Speaker invited
16:35
Closing remarks
16:45
Adjourn
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If payment received by 31 July 2008
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If payment received after 31 July 2008
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InterContinental Bangkok
973 Ploenchit Road, Patumwan
Bangkok, Thailand 10330
Tel: 66 2 65 6 0444
Fax: 66 2 656 0555
www.ichotelsgroup.com
Ideally situated for both business and leisure travelers, InterContinental Bangkok occupies a prime location at the center of the city’s business and commercial districts. Complementing convenience with style, InterContinental Bangkok provides a welcoming sense of space and a graceful interior décor of understated elegance. Throughout, guests will appreciate impeccable service and warm, attentive hospitality that is traditionally Thai.
For the convenience of attendees, a limited number of rooms have been reserved until 7 August 2008 at a discounted rate of THB 6,500 for single or double occupancy. This rate includes a daily buffet breakfast and tax. This rate is not guaranteed outside the Congress dates or after 7 August 2008.
To reserve your room please contact the Intercontinental Bangkok reservations department at 66 2 656 0444. To receive the group rate, callers must identify themselves as being with the World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer group. Reservation requests received after 7 August 2008 may not be guaranteed the group rate.
Chairs:
Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD
University Hospital Gasthuisberg
Leuven, Belgium
Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD
Asan Medical Center
Seoul, Korea
Local Chair:
Vorachai Ratanatharathorn M.D.
Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
Bangkok, Thailand
Scientific Committee:
Anthony TC Chan, MD, FACP
Alex Chang, MD, PhD
Ann-Lii Cheng, MD, PhD
Mario Dicato, MD
Masashi Fujii, MD
Jin Lin, MD
Atsushi Ohtsu, MD
Virote Sriuranpong, MD, PhD
John Zalcberg, MD
LETTER FROM THE CHAIRS:
Dear Colleague,
It is our pleasure to invite you to participate in the World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer: Asian Perspectives, 22-23 August 2008 in Bangkok, Thailand.
The World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer: Asian Perspectives will center on state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment information in colorectal, esophageal, and gastric cancers, as well as exciting new treatments and approaches, focusing on the specific needs of Asian patients. Attendees will update their knowledge in the field, confirm their current practices and receive valuable take-home information for their clinical practice.
We are excited to hold the second congress in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, where gleaming skyscrapers grace the skyline alongside dazzling, historical temples and luxury hotels. Bangkok offers visitors not only the cosmopolitan amenities they would expect from other big cities, but also a unique treasure trove of cultural attractions.
The fields of gastrointestinal cancer research and treatment are constantly evolving, and there are many issues in disease biology, management, and research that are intensely debated among those involved in these fields. With an expert international faculty and a comprehensive agenda focusing on the multimodal management of gastrointestinal cancer, we know you will find the World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer: Asian Perspectives, to be a valuable, world-class educational event.
Sincerely,
Co-Chairs:
Eric Van Cutsem, MD, PhD
Yoon-Koo Kang, MD, PhD
Local Chair:
Vorachai Ratanatharathorn, MD
DISCOUNTED AIRFARES
Contact conference travel agent, Judi Tarpley with Williamsburg Travel, for assistance with your travel needs. Williamsburg Travel can also accommodate pre- and post-conference extensions.
Tel.: +1 (888) 232 9394 or +1 (770) 261 8613
Email: judit@willtrav.com
CONGRESS LOCATION AND REGISTRATION
InterContinental Bangkok
973 Ploenchit Road, Patumwan
Bangkok, Thailand 10330
Tel: 66 2 65 6 0444
Fax: 66 2 656 0555
www.ichotelsgroup.com
The Registration and Information Desk will be staffed:
Friday, 22 August 2008 . . . . . . .7:30 – 17:30
Saturday, 23 August 2008 . . . . .8:00 – 16:30
IMPORTANT DATES
Discounted Registration Deadline 31 July 2008
Presentation Dates 22-23 August 2008
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