20 Posts Not To Miss from Day 1 of WCLC24

The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) is a global, multidisciplinary organization committed to the eradication of all forms of lung cancer. The IASLC unites a diverse group of professionals – including medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, as well as nurses, basic scientists, pathologists, radiologists, pulmonologists, statisticians, patient advocates, patients, and caregivers in–  its mission to advance the science of lung cancer and enhance patient care.

The WCLC24 is taking place at the San Diego Convention Center from September 7 to 10, 2024.

Organized by the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC), this major conference is gathering leading experts, researchers, and oncologists to present and discuss the latest advancements in lung cancer research, treatment, and personalized therapies, fostering collaborative efforts towards overcoming the challenges of lung cancer.

Here are some Highlights from the WCLC24 Day 1:

Jarushka Naidoo:

“Very special moment meeting my former patient Sydney Barned and her husband.

We first met in 2017, when she was diagnosed with stage IV ALK+ NSCLC

She is now a practicing doctor and patient advocate.”

Stephen V Liu:

“Congratulations to Dr. Julie Brahmer – this year’s Paul A. Bunn Jr. Scientific Award winner for lifetime achievement and we’re ready to celebrate at WCLC24!”

Estela Rodriguez:

“Charu Aggarwal discusses how to build a strong Social Media presence and use it for academic advancement.

• Establishing Clear Objectives
• Content Creation and Duration
• Consistency and Branding
• Beyond likes: measure your impact/ engagement”

Lei Deng:

“WCLC24 Happening now! IASLC Career Development Committee’s IASLC grant workshop at RM22. Small group discussion is ongoing. If you missed it, come at 1:45PM for:

1. IASLC Grant Program Review
2. IASLC Grant Recipient’s experience
3. What’s an exceptional grant proposal”

Jose F. Corona-Cruz:
“The Communications Committee Workshop is just getting started at WCLC24! Come join us and learn from top experts in the field on how to maximize your impact through social media. Don’t miss out!”

Christian Rolfo:

“Very proud to see my dear friend Dr Oscar Arrieta director of The National Cancer Institute presenting at the WCLC24 plenary.
He is a terrific scientist, mentoring oncologists in Latin America and advancing the cancer research and care in LATAM.”

Ana I. Velázquez Mañana:

“My highlight of WCLC24 here.

After years of admiring and reading the work of the Boricua Ciencas Medicas UPR grad who ‘MADE it’ — as faculty at Harvard Medical School and Mass General Brigham, as a researcher focused on Lung Cancer screening in Latinos and Puerto Rico, who is a mentor to so many, and a champion of diversity and inclusion — I finally met him!

and the best part is that Efrén J. Flores is even nicer than I imagined!”

Jose F. Corona-Cruz:

“A powerful moment in the WCLC24 plenary session as Tomasa Ramirez, mother of Narjust Florez, shares her personal journey with lung cancer. Her resilience inspires us all and reminds us that science give hope.”

Kelly Mercier:

“Why would someone from pharma attend a WCLC24 about Understanding and Managing Compassion Fatigue in Medical Practice? Because I care about patients and my medical colleagues. I want to be able to support them during the good times and bad.

What is compassion fatigue? It’s the brain protecting us from repeated assaults on our ability to be compassionate. We have to lean into wellness in our professional settings. Note: lunchtime yoga is not included.

There are professional and personal tactics to address compassion fatigue. I personally think that having trainings in stress first aid and a resilience plan is a great start to propose in the workplace.”

Ana I. Velázquez Mañana :

“Tons of excitement and new ideas from IASLC Communications Committee!

Join us now at 26B for the WCLC24 Communication Workshop.”

Noemi Reguart:

“Opening session at WCLC24 presented by the chairs Sandip Patel, Narjust Florez, Linda Martin, Fabio Moraes, president Dr. Paul Van Schil and CEO Karen Kelly. Very emotionally touching talk by Tomasa Ramirez and her daughter, our beloved Narjust.”

Coral Olazagasti:

“So incredibly proud of my amazing friend and mentor Narjust Florez who never ceases to amaze me

Thank you for being a role model to all Latinas in oncology.

You make us want to reach for the stars and break every single glass ceiling.”

Nicole Rankin:

“Fantastic WCLC24 presentation on mobile Lung Cancer in Australia. First solar powered mobile screening in Australia. Exciting development for our forthcoming national LCS program from July 2025.”

Maria Antonia Vélez:

“Excellent talk by Stephen V Liu on how to give a Master Class on Scientific presentations:
Key points:
– don’t make busy slides
– be aware of different and misaligned fonts
– don’t use a laser point!
– the data is the excellent! (Not you)
– be factual (help audience listen)”

Coral Olazagasti:

“Dr. Stone Highlights an important fact: manuscript writing for non-native speakers takes significant amount of work, effort, and time

It’s not always easy for us whose primary language is not easy but we really strive to be our best, learn, and grow.”

Estela Rodriguez:

“Bravo IASLC The stories of patients with lung cancer need to be shared as much as the science. ‘Esta enfermedad no me detiene’ (this illness does not stop me) inspiring patient testimonial in Spanish full of hope and gratitude.”

Drew Moghanaki:

“Huge turnout of thoracic radiation oncology for an interest group dinner at WCLC24 thanks to sponsorship by Lung Cancer America with support from AstraZeneca.

Next year = Barcelona!

We all missed you Shankar Siva.”

Patrick C. Ma:

“Emotional personal testimonial by Dr. Narjust Florez and her mother who was taken great care of by the Village and Community of Lung Cancer docs and caregivers who Care!!!

Thank you Tomasa Ramirez for your testimonial and raising awareness of Lung Cancer to the personal level!”

Estela Rodriguez:

“In memory of patient advocates who are not here with us this year but have left their mark on IASLC and changed the conversation around lung cancer.”

Jill Feldman:

“Fantastic IASLC STARS Scholars get-together! We ate, drank, laughed, and cried, remembering friends we have lost.

We all anxiously await the amazing research to be presented at WCLC24 – a lot of science on innovative treatments and talk about cures, BUT not as much about HELPING US LIVE BETTER.
Many of us are veteran patients – grateful to be alive but struggling with the compound cumulative effects of multiple lines of therapy. Our bodies are tired.
I implore all researchers who develop innovative treatments to also Make Cancer Less Shitty.”

For more updates on WCLC24, visit oncodaily.com.