Educational Webinar Series
The free educational webinar series is an excellent resource for brain tumor patients and caregivers to learn more about brain tumor types, treatments, well-being topics, and research updates from nationally recognized experts. Webinars are 60 minutes, allow for questions, and are free to all who are interested.
Este seminario de web tendrá subtítulos en español. (These webinars will have subtitles available in Spanish.)
Upcoming Webinars
There are no Webinars scheduled at this time. Please see recordings from past webinars below.
October 28, 2026
11pm ET / 10pm CT / 9pm MT / 8am PT
Navigating Brain Tumors as a Young Adult or Older Teenager
- Describe the unique considerations for young patients when facing a brain tumor diagnosis and treatment.
- Explore why adolescents and young adults need different supportive care than older patients to live their fullest life.
- Recognize the ways the needs and priorities of AYA brain tumor patients may evolve across the 15–39 age spectrum.
Presenter:
Jessica Schulte, Director of Adolescent and Young Adult Neuro-oncology at NYU Langone Brain & Spine Tumor Center.
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This webinar is sponsored by:
November 3, 2026
2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT
Clinical Trials for Brain Tumor Patients
Clinical trials play an important role in advancing brain tumor treatment and may offer access to emerging therapies and new approaches to care. With research constantly evolving, it can be hard to know what new findings may mean for you or your loved one. This webinar will share important brain tumor research and clinical trial updates and explain what these developments could mean for patients and caregivers. You’ll also learn what may determine whether a trial is a good fit, what questions to ask your healthcare team, and how to stay informed about new treatment opportunities.
Learn important brain tumor research and new clinical trial trends and advancements
Understand what factors may determine whether a clinical trial could be an option for you or your loved one
Recognize key questions to ask when exploring clinical trial opportunities with your healthcare team
Identify reliable tools and trusted resources to stay informed about new and emerging treatment options and clinical trials
Presenter:
Dr. John de Groot, Professor and Neuro-Oncology Division Chief
Dr. John de Groot is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in primary brain tumor research and treatment.
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This webinar is sponsored by:
November 18, 2026
3:30pm ET / 2:30pm CT / 1:30pm MT / 12:30pm PT
Managing Brain Tumor Caregiver Burnout
Caring for someone with a brain tumor can be deeply meaningful, but also physically and emotionally exhausting. This webinar will help caregivers recognize the signs of burnout, explore self-care and boundary-setting strategies, and find ways to maintain their own well-being while continuing to support their loved one.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of caregiver burnout, compassion fatigue, and chronic stress.
- Explore practical strategies for setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and seeking support in consideration of cultural backgrounds.
- Understand the emotional impact of caregiving and how to sustain well-being while supporting a loved one.
Presenter: Julie Larson, LCSW Director
Ask the Expert: (continue the conversation and ask your questions in our Connections community under this month’s “Ask the Expert” post
Previous Webinars
Hope with Glioblastoma Brain Tumors
- Understand the current landscape of glioblastoma treatment options, including emerging therapies and clinical trials.
- Identify ways to cultivate hope and emotional resilience while navigating a glioblastoma diagnosis.
- Recognize the value of a multidisciplinary care approach and the importance of support networks.
Presenter:
John A. Boockvar, MD | Vice Chair, Department of Neurosurgery; Director, Brain Tumor Center; Professor of Neurosurgery and Neuroscience
Thriving with Meningioma Brain Tumors
- Understand why full resection of a meningioma is not always possible, including factof such as tumor location, size, and proximity to critical brain structures.
- Recognize the long-term impact of living with residual or recurring meningioma, including potential physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges.
- Explore practical strategies for managing these ongoing challenges and maintaining quality of life over time.
- Identify supportive care options and community resources that can help patients and caregivers thrive after meningioma diagnosis.
Presenter: Gelareh Zadeh, MD, PhD Chair | Department of Neurologic Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota
Practical Nutrition for Brain Tumor Patients and Caregivers
Good nutrition plays a vital role in supporting health and recovery for brain tumor patients during and after treatment. This webinar will debunk common nutrition myths and address challenges like appetite loss and fatigue with practical, evidence-based strategies. Caregivers and families will also learn how to support their loved one’s nutritional needs while maintaining their own well-being.
Webinar Overview:
- Understand the role of nutrition in supporting overall health, energy levels, and recovery for brain tumor patients during and after treatment.
- Debunk common nutrition myths related to brain tumors and cancer diets in a compassionate, evidence-informed way.
- Identify common nutrition challenges faced by brain tumor patients (e.g., appetite loss, nausea, fatigue, treatment side effects) and explore practical ways to manage them.
- Gain strategies for caregivers and families to support a loved one’s nutritional needs while also caring for themselves.
Presenter: Jethro Hu, MD | Co-director of the Neuro-oncology program at Cedars-Sinai and Director of the Neuro-oncology Fellowship Program.
Helping Kids Understand Brain Tumors
Talking to children about brain tumors can be challenging, whether they are the patient or have a loved one affected. This webinar will offer age-appropriate ways to explain the diagnosis and share strategies to support children’s emotional well-being throughout the journey. Participants will also discover helpful tools and resources to encourage open, honest conversations within families.
Webinar Overview:
- Learn age-appropriate ways to explain brain tumors to children, whether they are the patient or have a loved one affected.
- Identify strategies to support children’s emotional needs and help them cope during diagnosis, treatment, and beyond.
- Discover tools and resources to facilitate open, honest conversations about brain tumors with children and families.
Presenter:
Elias Sayour, Bonnie R. Freeman Professor for Pediatric Oncology Research
Understanding Cognitive & Emotional Shifts From Brain Tumors
Brain tumors and their treatments can lead to unexpected changes in thinking, memory, mood, and behavior. This webinar will help patients, caregivers, and families recognize these cognitive and emotional shifts and understand why they occur from a medical standpoint. Participants will explore how these changes can affect daily life, relationships, and sense of self, and learn practical strategies and resources to support cognitive function and emotional well-being throughout the brain tumor journey.
Webinar overview:
Recognize common cognitive and emotional changes that can occur as a result of a brain tumor or its treatment, such as memory issues, mood swings, or difficulty concentrating.
Explain why these cognitive and emotional changes occur, including the effects of tumor location, treatment interventions, and neurobiological factors.
Understand how these changes may impact daily life, relationships, and self-identity for both patients and caregivers.
Identify practical strategies and resources to support cognitive function and emotional well-being throughout the brain tumor journey.
Presenter: Melissa Brie, PsyD Assistant Professor and Neuropsychologist
Returning to Work After a Brain Tumor Diagnosis
Navigating the path back to work after a brain tumor diagnosis can be challenging. This webinar will explore common physical, cognitive, and emotional hurdles survivors face, and share practical strategies to manage fatigue, brain fog, and stress. Caregivers and families will also learn how to support their loved ones during this important transition.
Webinar overview:
Understand common challenges brain tumor survivors face when returning to work, including physical, cognitive, and emotional factors.
Identify practical strategies for managing work-related fatigue, brain fog, and stress, including ways caregivers and families can support the patient’s transition back to work.
Presenter: Kelly Braun, MD, Neuro-Oncologist at Barrow Neurological Institute