The second annual Purple Tea symposium, slated for Feb. 15 in Fort Myers, will convene a distinguished panel of physicians and breast health experts to discuss advancements in the prevention, screening and treatment of breast cancer.

The free event will explore new research, statistics and technology that offer encouraging signs for women in the fight against breast cancer. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple in a show of unity and solidarity.

Purple Tea, which is chaired by Gerri Ware, was created as a forum where Southwest Florida women can learn about their individual risk factors for breast cancer, including race, ethnicity, family history and genetics.

In addition to Brown, presenters at Purple Tea include:

· Dr. Natalia Spinelli, breast surgical oncologist at Precision Healthcare Specialists: “Modifiable Risk Factors for Breast Cancer Development and Prevention of Recurrence”

· Dr. Magali Van de Bergh, medical oncologist at Florida Cancer Specialists: “Racial Disparities: Update from San Antonio Breast Cancer Conference”

· Debra Wilson, vice president of oncology services at Lee Health: “Community Outreach Efforts”

Purple Tea will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. Tickets are free, but registration is required by visiting AdvocateRO.com/PurpleTeaParty or calling Sherri Kubesh at 239-839-6015.