Frequently Asked Questions:

Who can attend the symposium?

The symposium is open to patients, family members, care givers and anyone else interested in learning the latest clinical advances in the treatment of melanoma.

Where and when is the symposium?

The symposium will take place on Friday, May 17th in the Trent Semans Center - Great Hall. Breakfast will be available at 9:30am. The presentations will begin at 11:30am and finish at 1:30pm

Where should I park for the symposium?

Parking: Parking is available in the Duke Medicine Circle Parking Garage, located at 302 Trent Drive. This parking deck is a short walk from the Trent Semans Center for Health Educaton. This deck charges $2 per hour, and a maximum of $8 per day.

Special Access is available to those who are unable to walk longer distances. You may drop off guests at the lower level of the Trent Semans Center for Health Education, just outside of the Great Hall. There are steps and a ramp for guests at this entrance.
From Trent Hall (Duke Global Health Institute), travel West on Erwin Road.

Turn LEFT on Research Drive, continue through the roundabout on Research Drive.
Turn LEFT on Coal Pile Drive.
Turn RIGHT into the circle at the Trent Semans Center for Health Education.

Where is the money going?

This event will raise funds for Duke Cancer Institute's Skin Cancer and Melanoma disease group. Skin cancers represent the most common group of all malignancies, including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and merkel cell carcinoma. The funds will go directly to supporting research, education programs, and patient care programs.

This event will raise funds for Duke Cancer Institute's Skin Cancer and Melanoma disease group. Skin cancers represent the most common group of all malignancies, including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and merkel cell carcinoma. The funds will go directly to supporting research, education programs, and patient care programs.

Why should I support Duke?

Our Melanoma disease group is at the forefront of treating these cancers. We also have expertise treating merkel cell carcinoma and advanced forms of other skin cancers. Through multidisciplinary care, education, and research, our physicians are helping improve the survival and quality of life of patients. Our program participates and leads the most ground-breaking clinic trials, are national leaders in research, and have a reputation for providing excellent patient centered care.

What is The Duke Cancer Institute’s tax identification number?

Our tax identification number is 56-0532129.

May I make a donation by check?

Yes! If you prefer to mail a check, add “Hilliard Seigler” in the memo section and send your check, made payable to Duke Cancer Institute Development Office, Box 300 West Morgan Street, Suite 1000, Durham, NC 27701, Attn: Annette Henderson.