The Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation
CanÕt make it to the RFA 5K& Fun Run? The RFA Virtual Challenge provides an opportunity to fundraise virtually for desmoid tumor research. We encourage you to become an RFA ÒChallengerÓ and choose your own unique way to work towards a fundraising goal. This virtual campaign culminates in a LIVE online ceremony days after the […]
Join the DTRF for the second night of the two-part event: "Times Are A-Changin': Heading into Young Adulthood with a Desmoid Tumor." Tune in for a special "Speed Desmoidian-ing" virtual networking event just for young adults with desmoid tumors facilitated by two of their peers. Includes: 1-on-1 Breakout Rooms and Group Discussion to connect with […]
Athina's Ride is a cycling event that starts with training rides in the spring and culminates on July 13/14th weekend. You can either complete the ride on your own, with family & friends or join our ride led by Athina Merckx on the Saturday July 13th in Penticton, British Columbia. Come join Athina and support […]
The 2024 RFA Walk offers something for everyone; build a team, participate as an individual, create awareness, and help fundraise for a cure! Running for Answers (RFA), founded in Philadelphia by desmoid tumor patient Sera Snyder in 2009, is the annual DTRF signature fundraising event. This year, the desmoid tumor patient community and supporters will come […]
During this virtual event, Dr. Laurie McKenzie will share how you can obtain a fertility assessment before and after treatment for desmoid tumors. She will share fertility preservation options available for both men and women. Also, she'll provide some additional reliable resources in terms of fertility preservation options and reproductive considerations. This will be a […]
In honor of Rare Disease Day this year, join us LIVE on Facebook on February 27th, at 6 PM ET for a conversation with desmoid tumor patient, Amy Beitz! You don't want to miss Amy share her desmoid tumor story. To join the event and ask questions, visit our Facebook Live Event link in our […]
The DTRF is excited to try new and different ways of sharing knowledge with the desmoid patient community. Join us for “Ask the Radiologist”, a unique opportunity to virtually - face-to-face - speak with a leading radiologist about your desmoid tumor questions on Monday, March 24th at 6PM ET. This conversation will be an *unrecorded* […]
