Patient Education and Information Forum. Adelaide 2026

Adelaide Convention Centre
The BTAA Patient Education and Information Forum will be held in Adelaide on 25 August 2026 as a satellite event of the 18th COGNO Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM). This forum provides a valuable opportunity for patients, carers, families and supporters to hear from leading experts, learn about the latest developments in brain tumour research, treatment and supportive care, and ask questions in an open and welcoming environment.

Attendance is highly recommended. This is a FREE event, however registration is essential.

Adelaide Convention Centre
North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia 5000

Speakers

Adelaide Convention Centre

A/Professor Florien Boele

Department of Medical Psychology, University of Leeds, UK

“Beyond treatment: survivorship outcomes and carer perspectives in neuro-oncology”

Isabelle Danforth Smith

Ms Isabelle Danforth-Smith

Social Worker,
Division of Rehabilitation, Aged and Palliative Care, Southern Adelaide Local Health Network

“Why supporting the carer is essential during the brain tumour journey”

Dr Alexander Yuile

Dr Alexander Yuile

Medical Oncologist,
The Brain Cancer Group

“Brain tumour trials and research update”

Adelaide Convention Centre

Ms Dianne Legge

Brain Tumour Support Coordinator,
Wellness & Supportive Care

“Thinking about thinking:
Practical strategies to support cognition”

Adelaide Convention Centre

Dr Adam Wells

Neurosurgeon
South Australia

Q&A Panel