"BCL11B, A Master Regulator of Human T-Cell Development"

Dr. Parekh specializes in treating pediatric leukemia and conducting basic science laboratory research in the fields of T-cell immunotherapy, blood cell development, and blood cancers. He chose to focus on pediatric care because of the profound impact that curing cancer has on a young person’s life.

Associate Professor of Pediatrics, City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center

Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Regenerative Medicine, Member, Sanford Stem Cell Institute, University of California San Diego

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Here are some of the key learning objectives:

1. Effective Treatment: Participants will learn to treat patients with stem cells more effectively through multidisciplinary discussions1.
2. Research Dissemination: Participants will be able to disseminate the latest research and clinical advances in stem cell science1.
3. Clinical Application: Participants will apply new knowledge to improve clinical practices and patient outcomes1.

These objectives aim to ensure that attendees are well-equipped to integrate the latest scientific advancements into their clinical practice. The University of California, San Diego School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of California, San Diego School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Info: "Coffee and Conversation" will be held on the patio terrace for attendees, provided by The Bella Espresso & Cocktail Lounge. Attendees can grab coffee before the talk and catch up with their colleagues.

Info: Chintan Parekh, M.B.B.S., is an associate clinical professor in the Department of Pediatrics at City of Hope® Cancer Center Duarte. He specializes in treating pediatric leukemia and conducting basic science laboratory research in the fields of T-cell immunotherapy, blood cell development and blood cancers. He chose to focus on pediatric care because of the profound impact that curing cancer has on a young person’s life.

After earning his medical degree at the Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in Mumbai, India, Dr. Parekh did residencies in pediatrics at Swansea NHS Trust in the United Kingdom and the Women & Children’s Hospital of Buffalo (now Oishei Children's Hospital) in New York state, followed by a fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Prior to joining City of Hope, Dr. Parekh was an associate professor of clinical pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California.

Info: Q&A participation with the audience and Zoom with Dr. Parekh.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine, Duane Roth Auditorium (Off the second floor terrace, behind The Bella Espresso & Cocktail Lounge)., 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Drive, La Jolla, United States