The largest oncological forum in Russia is set to take place at Gostiny Dvor in Moscow from June 18 to 20.
Guests of the Cancer Forum will have the opportunity to visit an interactive exhibition showcasing the modern achievements of Moscow’s oncological service across 14 areas, including high technologies and the latest diagnostic and treatment methods available in leading oncological hospitals in the city.
Exhibits, thematic videos, presentations, various master classes, and hands-on experience sessions have been prepared for specialists in each area. At the personnel center’s stand, attendees can practice various manipulations using modern phantoms, while the Thoracic Oncology stand will conduct tests for diagnosing lung and esophageal cancer. The use of simulation equipment, augmented reality technologies, and 3D visualization will enable participants to truly “immerse in the work,” according to the press service of the Moscow Department of Health.
As part of the interactive exhibition, visitors will have the opportunity to participate in intellectual games and quizzes, review video recordings of real operations, and gain a visual understanding of the operating room. Leading experts at each stand will discuss the specifics of their activities, share interesting clinical cases, introduce participants to the tools and equipment they use, and answer questions of interest, according to the Moscow Department of Health.
At the personnel center’s stand in the practical skills area, specialists can perform practice-oriented tasks such as cystoscopy, hysteroscopy, lumbar puncture, and other manipulations. Ultrasound examinations can also be conducted on specialized phantoms, artificial organs, and tissues designed to mimic various pathologies, including malignant tumors. To enhance ultrasound diagnosis skills for cancer detection, forum participants will have access to modern models of the thyroid gland, lumbosacral region, liver, blood vessels, and nerves, according to the Moscow Department of Health.
At the Thoracic Oncology stand, a touch table will feature an interactive quiz focusing on the diagnosis of lung cancer, esophageal, and other thoracic organ conditions. Multiple screens will display 3D visualizations and video recordings of complex procedures, including simultaneous interventions using robot-assisted systems and cases requiring collaboration between thoracic and cardiac surgeons.
At the Radiation and Radionuclide Therapy stand, visitors will learn how radiation therapy planning is conducted, with modern techniques enabling specialists to develop personalized treatment strategies that maximize accuracy in destroying cancer cells while sparing healthy organs and tissues. The stand features linear accelerators capable of delivering 3D and 4D conformal therapy, along with the latest stereotactic and radiosurgical irradiation techniques that ensure high precision, efficiency, and patient comfort. Brachytherapy, a highly effective procedure for treating various oncological diseases, will also be showcased, highlighting its capability for 3D planning. Additionally, visitors can explore the latest advancements in radionuclide therapy, which utilizes radiopharmaceuticals to target tumor cells, opening new horizons in oncology and improving patient prognosis.
At the Telemedicine stand, an interactive zone will allow guests to experience a remote consultation firsthand, trying on the role of a patient to evaluate the system’s convenience. Visitors will also be able to review performance indicators of telemedicine solutions and explore feedback from real patients and doctors who conduct online consultations.
In the Oncourology area, visitors can explore devices for laser therapy, vaporization systems, and focal treatment of prostate cancer using highly focused ultrasound. The zone also features a simulator for retrograde intrarenal surgery, along with educational videos on robot-assisted surgeries, laser treatments, and steam therapy.
At the stand dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of oncological diseases of the female reproductive system, a detailed video clip will illustrate the patient’s full journey from initial suspicion of breast cancer to the completion of comprehensive treatment. The video will demonstrate each stage, including contrast mammography, MRI of the mammary glands, stereotactic biopsy, the work of pathologists, and hospitalization in comfortable rooms. Guests will also learn about surgical procedures, postoperative treatment, as well as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
At the Pediatric Oncology stand, guests will explore the history of pediatric oncology development in Russia and view presentations of modern diagnostic and treatment options available in Moscow children’s hospitals. Capital’s specialists—including pediatric oncologists, neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, and resuscitators—will conduct three master classes: installing prosthetics in children with bone tumors, placing a specialized reservoir in the narrow lateral ventricles of the child’s brain for intraventricular chemotherapy, and working on a percussion ventilator. A vibrant exhibition of drawings by young patients of Morozovskaya Hospital will serve as an inspiring highlight for medical professionals.
A film screening dedicated to the achievements of the capital’s hematology care system will be held at the Moscow Hematology stand. Visitors will learn about the work of specialized hospitals, outpatient services, and laboratories, as well as demographic indicators and modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including targeted therapy. They will also have the opportunity to practice the trepanobiopsy procedure on simulation simulators, explore the specifics of a cytogeneticist’s work, participate in an interactive game to identify chromosomes, and observe how artificial intelligence is applied during morphological examination using a special microscope.
At the “Tumors of the Brain and Nervous System” stand, visitors can explore an operating microscope and a neurophysiological monitoring system. Guests will also have the opportunity to interact with a map of Brodmann areas to learn about the functions of different brain regions and understand what occurs when these areas are damaged.
Participation in the Moscow Cancer Forum is free, but registration is required.
