Tuesday
June 2, 2026
9:45 am – 10:15 am
Heritage 1-2
Plenary
This Ends With Me: One Patient’s Journey From Fear To Advocacy
Diane Hardesty’s journey from clinical research participant to patient advocate is a story of resilience, curiosity, and the life-changing impact of a physician who replaced her fear with hope. As a “previvor” living with Lynch Syndrome, Diane understands firsthand what it looks like when a research site succeeds. She offers unique insights into how sites can build the trust and intentional communication necessary to keep patients engaged long after a trial ends. In this fireside conversation, Diane brings the patient voice to the forefront, offering a powerful reminder of why our work truly matters.
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