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Surgery for Peritoneal Mesothelioma: Understanding Your Options
April 29, 2026
Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Join surgical oncologists Dr. Laura Lambert and Dr. Zachary Brown for a free educational webinar about surgery for peritoneal mesothelioma, discussing how doctors decide who may be a candidate, the role of cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC and what patients and families should know when considering this treatment.
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Dr. Laura LambertSurgical Oncologist & Peritoneal Mesothelioma Specialist -
Dr. Zachary BrownSurgical Oncologist & Peritoneal Mesothelioma Specialist -
Karen SelbyRegistered Nurse and Board Certified Patient Advocate
What You'll Learn About Surgery for Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Hear from surgical oncologists Dr. Laura Lambert and Dr. Zachary Brown as they help patients and families better understand surgery for peritoneal mesothelioma. Topics will include:
- How doctors decide if a patient may be a candidate for surgery
- The role of cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC in treating peritoneal mesothelioma
- What patients and families can expect before, during and after surgery
- The possible benefits, risks and recovery considerations of surgery
- How surgery may fit into an overall treatment plan
- What recent research says about surgery for peritoneal mesothelioma
- Questions patients and families should ask a surgical specialist
At the end of the presentation, Dr. Lambert and Dr. Brown will address common questions about surgery for peritoneal mesothelioma.
Hear From Experts in Surgery for Peritoneal Mesothelioma
Dr. Laura Lambert and Dr. Zachary Brown are surgical oncologists at NYU Langone Health who specialize in the treatment of abdominal cancers, including peritoneal mesothelioma. During this webinar, they will share everything you need to know about peritoneal mesothelioma surgery, including how doctors decide who is a candidate, the role of cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC and what recent research has revealed.-
Dr. Laura LambertDr. Laura Lambert is a surgical oncologist at NYU Langone Health who specializes in caring for patients with advanced abdominal cancers, including peritoneal mesothelioma. She leads a multidisciplinary program that brings together specialists across cancer care to create personalized treatment plans and help patients better understand their surgical options. -
Dr. Zachary BrownDr. Zachary Brown is a surgical oncologist at NYU Langone Health who treats patients with peritoneal cancers, including peritoneal mesothelioma. His work focuses on advanced surgical care, and he is passionate about helping patients and families understand what to expect as they consider treatment options. -
Karen SelbyKaren Selby is a registered nurse and Board Certified Patient Advocate at The Mesothelioma Center. She is dedicated to supporting mesothelioma patients and their families through every step of their journey, leveraging her extensive background in oncologic surgery.
Disclaimer: The content of this website is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician about questions you may have regarding your medical condition.
