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About the Conference
Welcome to the BreastCon 25
Breast-Con’ 25 stands as a premier multidisciplinary forum dedicated to the advancement of breast cancer care. Bringing together pioneers in surgical, medical, and radiation oncology, the conference provides an unparalleled opportunity to integrate diverse perspectives into unified strategies. With its central theme “Bridging Modalities with Precision,” the conference emphasizes the significance of synergy between specialties, highlighting innovations in diagnostics, therapeutics, and patient-centered practices. The goal of Breast-Con’ 25 is clear: to translate collaboration into better outcomes and to strengthen the continuum of care for every patient battling breast cancer.
Organizing Team
Prof. Najeeb Naimatullah
Patron
Prof. Rufina Soomro
Patron
Dr. Syeda Zarreen Raza
Chair of Conference
Dr. Saima Zahoor
Co-Chair of Conference
Dr. Fatima Shaukat
Scientific Committee
About Conference
Schedule Plan

09:05 – 09:20 AM
Session 1:
Precision-Driven Care in Early Breast Cancer | Moderator: Dr. Maliha Ashfaq|
Re-evaluating Systemic Therapy Strategies in Early Breast Cancer: HR+, HER2+, and Triple Negative Perspectives
- by Dr. Muhammad Nauman Zahir | Ziauddin Hospital

09:20 –09:35 AM
Intraoperative margin Assessment: Tools and techniques to achieve clear margins
- by Dr. Sana Zeeshan | Aga Khan University Hospital

09:35– 09:50 AM
Ultra-Hypofractionated Radiotherapy in Early-Stage Breast Cancer
- by Dr. Asghar Hussain | Kiran Hospital

09:50– 10:10 AM
Keynote Speech : Precision breast cancer care in Pakistan: Aspirations and realities
- by Dr. Rufina Soomro | Liaquat National Hospital

11:15– 11:30 AM
Session 2:
Axilla in Transition – Rethinking Regional Management |Session Chair: Prof. Huma Majeed Khan | Moderator: Dr. Maria Tariq
Targeted Axillary Dissection (TAD): Concepts and Global Trends
- by Dr. Mehwish Mooghal | Cancer Foundation Hospital

11:30 – 11:45 AM
Role of Imaging in Axillary Mapping and TAD Planning: What the Surgeon Needs to Know
- by Dr. Hina Pathan | Aga Khan University Hospital

11:45 – 12:00 PM
Impact of Neoadjuvant Therapy on Axillary Strategy: Should We Still Radiate after Nodal Response?
- by Dr. Sehrish Abrar | SIUT

12:00 – 12: 15 PM
Adjuvant Strategy After Neoadjuvant Treatment: Escalation or De-escalation Based on Response
- by Dr. Fareeha Sheikh | Jinnah Hospital Lahore

12:45– 01:00 PM
Session 3:
Technology Meets Care: AI and Supportive Strategies Moderator: Dr. Anum Taj
Clinical Relevance of AI in Breast Cancer Care: Case-Based Applications
- by Dr. Waqas Ahmed Khan | Aga Khan University Hospital

01:00 – 01:15 PM
AI-Enhanced Pathology in Breast Cancer: Digital Biomarker Analysis & Diagnostic Precision
- by Dr. Nazish Jaffar | JSMU

01:15 – 01:30 PM
Hope, Strength, and Support: A Palliative Approach to Thriving with Breast Cancer
- by Dr. Habiba Zaheer | Aga Khan University Hospital

09:00 – 09: 05 AM
Session 1:
Less Can Be More – Tailored Approaches in Breast Cancer Management | Guest of Honor: Prof. Tariq Mahmood | Moderator: Dr. Agha Hammad Khan
Address By Patron

09:05 – 09:20 AM
Omission Of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Early-Stage Breast Cancer
- by Dr. Huma Majeed Khan | Ittefaq Hospital Trust Lahore

09:20– 09:35 AM
Novel Endocrine Agents: How to Use and Not Abuse Them in Early Breast Cancer
- by Dr. Yasmin Rashid | AKU

09:35 – 09:50 AM
Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation (APBI): Is It Ready for Routine Use?
- by Dr. Nadeem Pervez | Gulf International Cancer Center, UAE University

09:50 – 10:05 AM
Planning the Next Chapter: Bilquis Edhi Breast Bay and Our Upcoming Clinical Trialq
- by Dr. Fatima Shaukat | CyberKnife & Tomotherapy Centre

11:35 – 11:50 AM
Session 2:
Advanced Breast Cancer – Integrating Systemic, Local Therapies and Reconstructive Approaches | Moderator: Dr. Shumyla Beg
Stereotactic Radiotherapy in Oligometastatic Breast Cancer: Defining the Role of Local Control
- by Dr. Muneeb Uddin Karim | SKMCH, Lahore

11:50 – 12:05 AM
Systemic Management and Patient Selection in Oligometastatic Breast Cancer
- by Dr. Naila Zahid | Liaquat National Hopsital

12:05 – 12:20 AM
Have We All Become Immuno-Oncologists? Hope, Hype, or Harm
- by Dr. Adnan Jabbar | Ziauddin Hospital

12:20 – 12:15 PM
Personalized Breast Reconstruction in Young Survivors
- by Dr. Lubna Vohra | Aga Khan University

12:15 – 01:45 PM
Session 3:
Himmel Young Investigator Forum – Abstracts & Innovation | Moderator: Dr. Yumna Ahmed
Oral Presentations | Competing young researchers present their work
Judges | Dr. Nauman Zaheer, Dr. Nabeel Baig, Dr. Tayyab Siddiqui, Dr. Atif Mansha, Prof. Sughra Parveen
Poster Judges | Dr. Ammara Manzoor, Dr. Agha Hammad Khan, Dr. Najeeb Naimatullah, Prof. Raheel Rehman, Dr.Zubia Masood
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Testimonials
BreastCon 2024
Dr. Fatima Shaukat I would like to congratulate you and entire team for organizing excellent Breast Cancer Symposium in spreading knowledge to practice standard of ...
Dr Lubna Vohra
Jinnah postgraduate Medical Center 2017 and now: Time flies, this institute has played a pivotal role in my journey to choose breast surgery as career. ...
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