North Central PA Times

Geisinger College of Health Sciences is organizing an event titled "Colorectal Cancer: Prevention, Treatment & A Path Forward" on March 19 at 6 p.m. in the College Auditorium. This initiative is part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and involves a collaboration with Scranton City Mayor Paige Cognetti, Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George C. Brown, and the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute.

The event will feature a panel discussion moderated by Samuel Lesko, MD, MPH, medical director of the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. The panel includes Joseph P. Bannon, MD from Geisinger specializing in colon and rectal surgery; Christopher A. Peters, MD from Northeast Radiation Oncology Center focusing on radiation oncology; Amber L. Sobuto, DO from Hematology & Oncology Associates of NEPA specializing in medical oncology and hematology; and Michael Kondash, DO from PrimeMed Medical Group who practices family medicine.

Attendees will also hear personal testimonials from individuals affected by colorectal cancer, including Aimee Kearney and Matthew Stopper, MD.

This free public event offers community members and healthcare professionals an opportunity to engage with experts about colorectal cancer prevention and treatment strategies. Interested participants can register for the event online at forms.office.com/r/cLfMFKiDN9.

Geisinger College of Health Sciences emphasizes its commitment to educating future healthcare leaders through innovation and practical learning experiences. The college supports research initiatives across various fields as part of its mission to improve community health outcomes.

For more information regarding employment or educational program concerns related to nondiscrimination policies at Geisinger College of Health Sciences, individuals are encouraged to contact the Title IX coordinator via geisinger.edu/titleix.