Adult cancer survivors enjoy breakfast, hear from fellow survivor
Survivor Wylie Tilson speaks with Dr. Mark Runfola
MESA, Ariz. (June 7, 2008) -- It was a celebration of life when nearly 300 adult cancer survivors and family members came from all across the Phoenix metro area to attend the annual Cancer Survivor Breakfast.
Presented by the Banner Desert Cancer Center, keynote speaker Wylie Tilson provided a tearful account of his cancer journey.
An esophageal cancer survivor, Tilson thanked all of his Banner Desert caregivers while his oncology surgeon, Dr. Mark Runfola (pictured with Tilson), joined Tilson on stage to lend his support during the emotional speech.
Local merchants also played a role in celebrating life by generously donating raffle prizes and gifts. Cancer survivors were also treated to chair massages, information on support services and popcorn as they left. The Cancer Survivor Celebration is an event that Banner Desert Medical Center holds every June to recognize and rejoice with cancer survivors around the Valley.
About Banner Desert Medical Center
Banner Desert Medical Center is a 549-bed nonprofit hospital, providing a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services for adults and children. Located in Mesa, Ariz., the hospital is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the state.
