SABCS^® welcomes attendance by informed patient advocates representing recognized patient advocacy, education & survivor support organizations.

Registration Category & Fees

The patient advocate registration category is reserved exclusively for patient advocates and is not intended for medical professionals. Individuals interested in registering under this category either work or volunteer for national not-for-profit patient advocacy organizations that demonstrate a charitable mission, engage in patient advocacy activities, provide support for people with cancer, have a nonprofessional membership, do not offer CME or scientific programs for professionals. In order to receive the complimentary registration, during the registration process advocates must upload an attestation or letter confirming their role as a patient advocate. Individuals registered under this category are not eligible to receive continuing education credit for their attendance.

Alamo Advocate Program

Patient Advocate Mentor Sessions

The Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation runs a grassroots advocacy program to eradicate the presence of breast cancer in our society.  Their mission is to end breast cancer by assisting patients, informing policymakers and expanding knowledge through education and community outreach.

Every year, Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation sponsors special mentoring sessions for patient advocates at SABCS^®. 

Leading experts in the field of breast cancer provide commentary on symposium presentations and respond to advocates’ questions about the relevance of this scientific data.

Click here to learn more about the 2024 Alamo Advocate Program.