October Breast Cancer Awareness Conference: "Screening, Innovation and the Patient Care Pathway"

On the occasion of Pink October, the Jules Bordet Institute is hosting, on Tuesday, October 6, a conference open to all, focusing on the latest advances in breast cancer screening, treatment and patient support.

Through presentations by specialists and a patient testimony, discover how innovation, research and multidisciplinary care are helping to improve patients’ care pathways and quality of life every day.

An opportunity to learn, exchange and remember that early diagnosis remains our best ally.

LOCATION : Tagnon Auditorium at the Jules Bordet Institute
DATE & TIME: October 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. 
REGISTRATION via this form

PROGRAMME

2:05 – 2:20 p.m. – Dr Nathalie Mouthuy & Dr Veronica Mendez-Mayorga

Presentation of the evolution of the breast care team and new imaging tools, with a particular focus on screening adapted to individual risk factors.

2:20 – 2:35 p.m. – Dr Pop & Dr Hanouille

Presentation of the surgical management of breast cancer at the Jules Bordet Institute, the techniques used (Da Vinci robot) and the support provided to patients.

2:35 – 2:50 p.m. – Dr Desmet

Presentation of radiotherapy care, recent innovations and their concrete benefits for patients.

2:50 – 3:05 p.m. – Cassandre Sturbois

A patient testimony about her care journey, her experience at the Jules Bordet Institute and the importance of multidisciplinary support.

3:05 – 3:20 p.m. – Ms Caravella

Presentation of the role of the ICSO and the personalised support provided to patients throughout their care journey.

3:20 – 3:30 p.m. – Dr Buisseret

Presentation of the Neo-CheckRay project and research innovations in breast cancer.

Closing – 3:30 p.m.

A convivial drink at the Piano Space, with a concert and a presentation of the photographic project “Désaccord Parfait” by artist Cassandre Sturbois.