Some Topics Covered: Neuroendocrine Cancer, Newly Diagnosed

ABOUT

Being newly diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer (NETs) can feel overwhelming. Many patients find themselves asking, “What exactly is neuroendocrine cancer, and how is it different from other cancers?” This webinar is designed to bring clarity, reassurance, and guidance during one of the most confusing stages of the NET journey.

Join Dr. Osama MoSalem, medical oncologist at St. Luke’s in Kansas City, for a clear and compassionate overview of what every newly diagnosed NET patient should know. Dr. MoSalem will explain what neuroendocrine cancer is, why it behaves differently from more common cancers, and how its unique features influence diagnosis and treatment.

This session will walk you through the most important early concepts, including:

• Grade and stage: what they mean and why they matter

• Key tests and scans used at diagnosis

• Treatment pathways, including when to consider surgery, medications, targeted therapies, radioligand therapy, or clinical trials

• Essential questions to ask your care team

• Practical first steps to help you feel more prepared and empowered

  
  

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or simply trying to better understand this disease, this webinar will provide a solid foundation to help you make informed decisions with greater clarity and confidence.

ASK YOUR QUESTIONS

Submit your general questions for the Live Q&A. Speaker cannot answer case-specific questions. 

ABOUT DR. OSAMA MOSALEM

Medical Oncologist

St. Luke's Health System

Kansas City

Osama MoSalem, MD is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist with Saint Luke’s Cancer Specialists in Kansas City, MO where he specializes in the care of adults with gastrointestinal (GI) cancers including neuroendocrine tumors. In addition to caring for patients, Dr. MoSalem has been involved in clinical research primarily focused on gastrointestinal cancers, neuroendocrine tumors and precision oncology. Dr MoSalem earned his medical degree from Cairo University, Egypt, residency training in internal medicine at Michigan State University, followed by fellowship training at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Jacksonville, Florida. Outside of medicine, Dr. MoSalem enjoys staying active, playing soccer, and spending time with his family.

 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

The opinions expressed by the guest presenters, as well as the questions asked by the audience, have not been created or suggested by the Neuroendocrine Cancer Foundation or the sponsors of this program. The Neuroendocrine Cancer Foundation does not endorse or promote any of the views, opinions or information provided in this presentation. Audience members should not rely on the opinions or information expressed by the guest presenter and should seek guidance and direction from their own medical advisors regarding any choices they make about their health or treatments.