- Understanding metastatic breast cancer and its subtypes
- Initial hormone therapy for treatment of ER+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer
- Biomarkers: What they are and why we test for them
- What's next for ER+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer that progresses or stops responding
- A hypothetical example of a patient's treatment strategy
Educated Patient® Updates
in Metastatic Breast Cancer
Moderated by
Vidhya Nair, DO and Briana M. Richine, PhD, PA-C
In this in-person discussion, we will dive into metastatic breast cancer (ESR1 mutation) insights including initial and subsequent treatments, understanding biomarkers, and reviewing an example treatment strategy. Don't miss this chance to engage with experts in Washington!
This event welcomes nurses, patients, survivors, and caregivers.
As a thank you for completing a short post-event survey, you’ll receive a gift valued at $50.
Please note that completion of the post-event survey is required to receive this gift. Additional details on how and when it will be provided will be shared after the event.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE & TIME
Monday, May 18, 2026
5:30-6:00PM: Registration Check-in & Refreshments
6:00-8:00 PM: Presentation & Q&A
LOCATION
Silver Cloud Hotel Seattle
Lake Union 1150 Fairview Ave N., Seattle, WA 98109
Eastlake Meeting Room (1st Floor)
MODERATOR
Vidhya Nair, DO
Assistant Professor / University of Washington / Division of Hematology and Oncology
Assistant Professor / Fred Hutch Cancer Center / Clinical Research Division
and

Briana M. Richine, PhD, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Fred Hutch
Teaching Associate, Division of Hematology and Oncology, University of Washington School of Medicine
AGENDA
CURE®'s Educated Patient® Updates is a 2-hour event designed to provide patients with the latest research and information on standards of cancer care and emerging therapies.
During this event, you’ll gain knowledge on topics such as:
You'll also find an extensive resource of cancer information featuring the latest breast cancer news, expert oncologist insights on the latest cancer treatments, oncology research, advocacy efforts, and medical data on breast cancer.
Venue Location
PARKING
Parking is free for all attendees.
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Educated Patient® Updates in Metastatic Breast Cancer
WHEN
Monday, May 18, 2026
QUESTIONS
Reach out to our events team (registration@curetoday.com) with any questions you may have.
REGISTER
Reserve your seat. This event is free to register and attend.