We at Cayenne Wellness Center are beyond excited to welcome you to the 17th Annual Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Educational Summit! Whether you’re joining us in person or virtually, today marks the beginning of an empowering journey of connection, learning, and advocacy.
Our conference hub is live in the Cvent App (Apple Devices) and (Android Devices). The app is your go-to place for the full schedule, resources, and networking opportunities. This year’s summit is filled with dynamic speakers, groundbreaking sessions, and inspiring workshops designed to keep you at the forefront of SCD research, treatment, and community care.
Let’s come together to make this year’s summit the best one yet!
Important Reminders
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Important Reminders
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- Session Evaluation: Click here to share your feedback Your feedback helps us improve and ensure each session meets your needs.
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- Event Survey: After the summit, please complete the full survey to help us grow and serve you better.
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- Testimonials: We’d love to hear how you’re enjoying the summit! Share your thoughts with us, and you may be featured in future communications.
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- Need Help? Email us at events@cayennewellness.org for support.
Welcome to Day 2 of the 17th Annual Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Educational Summit! We’re just getting started, and today is packed with even more exciting sessions and opportunities to connect. Dive into a powerful lineup of expert speakers, interactive workshops, and thought-provoking discussions designed to deepen your knowledge of SCD and amplify our collective impact. Let’s keep the momentum going as we continue to learn, collaborate, and push for positive change together!
View our Digital Program Book Here
Special Announcements
- Virtual Attendees: If you plan to attend breakout sessions today, you must use a laptop or PC. Please do not use a mobile device.
- Download the App: Access the summit through the Cvent App. Type in “17th Annual SCD Educational Summit” to log in and connect.
Sponsors Thank You
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors for their generous support. Your contributions make this summit possible. Special recognition is given by sponsorship level: Ruby, Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Community Partners.
Scar Stories
Scar Stories will take place during today’s program. This powerful exhibit and discussion highlights the resilience of warriors living with SCD. [Insert time and location details here] We encourage all attendees to participate and engage with this unique experience.
Speaker Check-In Reminder
All speakers must check in with the Tech Team 20 minutes before their scheduled session. Please plan accordingly to ensure a smooth experience for all attendees.
The Benefit Concert and Award Ceremony Kicks Off Tonight at 6 PM PST
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with live music, powerful performances, and special recognitions honoring champions in the sickle cell community. This celebration blends entertainment with purpose, uplifting spirits while supporting awareness, advocacy, and continued progress in the fight against sickle cell disease.
Day 3 – Friday, September 19, 2025 (Daytime)
| Time | Session |
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| 7:30 AM | Breakfast and Registration [San Jose Ballroom] |
| 8:30 AM | Prayer – Christopher Archie |
| 8:30 AM | Welcome – Marissa Dunn |
| 8:45 AM | Sickle Cellness (Team Building) with Brain Power Wellness |
| 9:00 AM | Stephanie Mulkey Keynote: Science of Pain – Rebecca Deans, MD (Moderator) |
| 9:15 AM | The Pathophysiology of Pain – Saranya Veluswamy |
| 9:45 AM | What is Pain? History – Madhav Vissa, MD |
| 10:15 AM | Difference between Acute, Chronic, and Neuropathic Pain (includes live poll: “Which one are you?”) – Jackie Carter, MSN, RN, CNS; Amie Patel, DO; and Sickle Cell Warriors (J Snow, Trinesha White, Herbert Carter, Angel Woods) |
| 11:15 AM | Wrap Up – Rebecca Deans, MD; Jackie Carter, MSN, RN, CNS; Amie Patel, DO |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch & Networking and Men’s Group Lunch [Willow Glen 1] |
| 12:00 PM | Fireside Chat with Community Lunch (Sponsored by Agios) [Salon 5 & 6] |
| 1:45 PM | Sickle Cellness (Team Building) with Brain Power Wellness [San Jose Ballroom] |
| 2:00 PM | Ten Redefined? by Hertz Nazaire. Moderator: Titilope Fasipe, MD |
| 2:15 PM | How do you report pain and express pain? – Jodian Lyn, PhD |
| 2:45 PM | Q & A |
| 3:00 PM | HCPs and their thoughts and journey with pain management and SCD – Wally Smith, MD & Osbourne Blake, MD |
| 3:30 PM | Q & A |
| 3:45 PM | What the community wants medical professionals to know about their pain and experience (Films – 4 to 10: Before the ED and What We Want You To Know About Pain videos presented by Axis Advocates) |
| 4:15 PM | Q & A |
| 4:30 PM | Wrap Up |
| 5:00 PM | Adjourned |
Day 3 – Friday, September 19, 2025 (Evening)
| Time | Session |
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| 6:00 PM | Award Ceremony, Dinner, and Benefit Concert featuring Dee Dee Simon [Salon D] – Emcees: Ramon Reed & J Snow |
| 6:10 PM | 70+ Warriors to enter |
| 6:15 PM | Dance Performance – Ayana Johnson |
| 6:20 PM | Opening Prayer – Reverend Bonita Kitt |
| 6:25 PM | Dinner |
| 6:35 PM | Honoring 70+ SC Warriors – The Golden Experience |
| 6:50 PM | SC Warrior Artist 2025 |
| 6:55 PM | SC Warrior Poet Laureate 2025 |
| 7:00 PM | Stephanie Mulkey Sickle Cell Warrior Award 2025 |
| 7:05 PM | Pat Corley, RN, Sickle Cell Ambassador Award 2025 |
| 7:10 PM | Cage S. Johnson, MD, Sickle Cell Disease Physician Award 2025 |
| 7:15 PM | Emcees (Ramon Reed & J Snow) |
| 7:30 PM | Dee Dee Simon |
| 8:15 PM | Emcees (Ramon Reed & J Snow) |
| 8:30 PM | Dee Dee Simon |
| 9:15 PM | Adjourn |
