The meaningful event held on October 12 was dedicated to learning, supporting, sharing, and empowering members of our Albanian community whose lives have been affected by breast cancer. It was a day filled with connection, compassion, and valuable information.
An outstanding panel of experts that gave presentations covering various aspects included
Dr. Zhenisa Hysenaj, MD – Hematology/Oncology
Dr. Eriola Balliu, MD – Endocrinology
Dr. Sonila Sejdaras – Clinical Psychology
Dr. Ervis Agastra – General Surgeon, Regional Hospital of Korça, Albania.
Their insights provided invaluable knowledge and encouragement to all in attendance. The Kosloski Family Foundation Board members, the Trustee and Executive Director Fotini Allteni Kokeri were sponsors of this educational event for eight years establishing a tradition for our Tampa Bay Community.
Remarks by the President of AAWO FL Chapter, Dr. Anna Kohen
Motra të Dashura!
Welcome to our 8th Breast Cancer Educational Conference!
This is a very special day dedicated to learning, supporting, sharing, empowering, and connecting with other members of our Albanian community whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer. We hope this conference provides you with the knowledge to address this disease.
As you know, we are a grassroots organization, which means that without your help we would not exist. I would like to thank our board of directors for their hard work and dedication. I also want to acknowledge our fabulous volunteers and, last but not least, our sponsors, whose support makes our outreach and education programs possible year after year.
Breast cancer knows no boundaries, and we are passionate about helping everyone learn about detection, prevention, and treatment. With knowledge comes empowerment; with community, inspiration; with support, HOPE.
A special thanks to today’s speakers: Dr. Zhenisa Hysenaj (Radiology), Dr. Eriola Balliu (Endocrinology), Dr. Sonila Sejdaras (Clinical Psychology), and Dr. Ervis Agastra (General Surgery) from Korça, Albania, for sharing their expertise.
Today is a day of celebration—the beauty, grace, and strength of all breast cancer survivors. We hope this day fills you with knowledge and enriches your life. Most of all, we pray that you choose hope for the future. As Christopher Reeve said, “Once you choose hope, everything is possible.”
This event was made possible by the full support of the Michael Kosloski Foundation, Trustee Fotini Allteni. Thank you, Fotini. We also thank Lule and Bekim Osmani for their generous gifts to celebrate life today.
Thank you!
Organizata e Grave Shqiptaro-Amerikanе Motrat Qiriazi, Dega Florida, mban Konferencën e Tetë Edukative të Kancerit të Gjirit
Synimi i konferencës është informimi, mbështetja dhe fuqizimi i komunitetit tonë dhe grave të prekura nga kanceri i gjirit. Ishte një ditë e mbushur me ndarje eksperiencash, empati dhe informacione të vlefshme. Mjekët e panelit dhanë prezantime me vlerë për aspekte të lidhura me kancerin, si
Dr. Zhenisa Hysenaj, MD – Hematologji/Onkologji
Dr. Eriola Balliu, MD – Endokrinologji
Dr. Sonila Sejdaras – Psikologji Klinike
Dr. Ervis Agastra – Kirurg i Përgjithshëm nga Spitali Rajonal i Korçës, Shqipëri
Ata ofruan njohuri të paçmueshme dhe inkurajim për të gjithë të pranishmit. Kjo ngjarje u mundësua nga mbështetja e Fondacionit Michael Kosloski, me drejtuese të autorizuar Fotini Allteni Kokeri.