Workshops will take place from 09:30-12:30, prior to the main Scientific Program  

1. Breast imaging workshop: Strengths, limitations and personalisation in breast imaging 

Session 1: 09:30-11:00

Interactive multidisciplinary case discussion:
A practical, imaging-based multidisciplinary session exploring real-world cases, controversies, and clinical decision-making.
Alison Rose, Melbourne, Australia
Bruce Mann, Melbourne, Australia

Session 2: 11:20-12:30

Learning objectives:

• Understand the strengths and limitations of mammography, DBT, ultrasound, MRI, and CEM
• Apply breast density and individual risk factors to screening and surveillance decisions
• Identify when supplemental imaging is appropriate
• Review a practical framework for personalised screening pathways

Q&A

2. The expanding role of genetic testing in breast cancer: Therapeutic, surgical and surveillance
implications

Chairperson: Maree Colosimo, Brisbane, Australia

• Mainstream genetic testing and therapeutic implications
  Annabel Goodwin, Sydney, Australia
• Surgical considerations in the context of expanded genetic testing
  Caroline Baker, Melbourne, Australia
• Imaging considerations following genetic testing
• Reflections from a consumer advocate
  Robyn Smith, Canberra, Australia
• Case-based discussion

3. Treating the extremes: Optimising management of the youngest and oldest breast cancer patients 

Chairpersons:
Sanjeev Kumar, Sydney, Australia
Susan Carroll, Sydney, Australia

• Contemporary management of young women with breast cancer
  Belinda Yeo, Melbourne, Australia
• Nuances of treating older women
  Michael Krasovitsky, Sydney, Australia
• Radiation oncology perspective
  Susan Carroll, Sydney, Australia
• Surgical perspective
  Susannah Graham, Sydney, Australia
• Case-based discussions

4. The art of communication: Hope, honesty and hard conversations

Chairperson: Jennifer Gilchrist, Sydney, Australia

Panel:              Angela Allen, Brisbane, Australia
                         Belinda Kiely, Sydney, Australia
                         Brienne Abussi, Brisbane, Australia

Program description:  This interactive workshop, based on the HEARSAY communication skills program developed by SHORE-C, will explore how clinicians approach some of the most challenging conversations in cancer care. Using patient quotes, facilitated discussion and practical exercises, participants will reflect on how they discuss prognosis, treatment planning, palliative care, advance care planning and clinical uncertainty. The session will focus on clear, compassionate communication, avoiding assumptions, using language patients can understand, and balancing honesty with hope.

To register for one of the workshops, please visit the registration page.