Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute Sponsors Panel Discussion on Covid-19

Leesburg, Fla., Aug. 24, 2021 — Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS), in partnership with the Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of Leesburg and Red Apples Media, is sponsoring an informative panel discussion with area physicians to provide the latest information and updates about COVID-19.

COVID-19: Speaking from Science will be held on Saturday, Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Venetian Center, 1 Dozier Circle, Leesburg, FL 34748.  The session will be livestreamed on YouTube Live at https://www.youtube.com/RedApplesMedia. In-person seating is limited to 50; masks and social distancing will be required.  Pre-register for in-person seating at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/covid-19-town-hall-speaking-from-science-tickets-167870624557.

Medical oncologist Maen Hussein, MD, who provides care to patients at the FCS Villages Cancer Center and FCS locations in Brownwood and Tavares, will serve as moderator.  The physician panel includes:

• Kevin Behrns, MD, Chief Medical Officer, UF Central Florida
• Hardik Bhatt, MD, Pulmonary Critical Care Specialists, Ocala Lung & Critical Care Associates, Inc.
• Elias Maroun, MD, Infectious Disease Specialist, Lakeview Healthcare System

Each physician will speak about their experience with COVID-19 and address questions from participants.  Questions can be submitted by email in advance to Questions@FLCancer.com.

“As COVID-19 continues to evolve, we know that people have many questions and concerns,” said Dr. Hussein.  “I am pleased to join with my physician colleagues to provide the latest updates about COVID-19, variants and vaccines, and the best ways to stay protected and diminish the spread.”

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