Central Region Ovarian Cancer Community Education Program

Bessie Mitchell House
411 Ball St., Grapevine, TX 76051

Friday, March 27, 2026

9:30 am – 12:30 pm (CT)

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Agenda

9:30 – 10:30 am

Breakfast & Check-In

10:30 – 10:45 am

Welcome

10:45 – 11:30 am

Adjusting to Life After Diagnosis

Presented by: Dr. Ashley Neduvelil, and Natalie Noebel

11:30 am – 11:45 pm

Wellness Break


11:45 – 12:30 pm

Moment of Beauty

Presented by: Josanna Gaither, and Jeanna Doyle Ruhl

12:30 pm

Closing Remarks

 

*Schedule is subject to change; all times shown above are Central.


Session 1: Adjusting to Life After Diagnosis

Life after cancer diagnosis changes, and many experience new challenges with mental health. Fortunately, research shows evidence that these challenges can be overcome. Dr. Ashley Neduvelil, licensed psychologist, and Natalie Noebel, psychology intern, share skills and strategies for emotional wellness and adjustment to life following cancer diagnosis and treatment

Presented by: Dr. Ashley Neduvelil and Natalie Noebel

Dr. Ashley Neduvelil

Licensed Psychologist
Ashley Neduvelil, Ph.D. is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2022. Dr. Neduvelil is currently providing outpatient psychotherapy services within the psycho-oncology clinic at the Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center in Dallas. She also provides supervision and teaching to doctoral trainees from the UT Southwestern Clinical Psychology doctoral program. Dr. Neduvelil is also passionate about health psychology research.



Natalie Noebel

Psychology Intern

Natalie Noebel, M.A., is a Psychology Intern in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She is currently in her final year of the program providing outpatient psychotherapy services within the UT Southwestern Psychotherapy Clinic in Dallas and the psycho-oncology clinic at Moncrief Cancer Institute in Fort Worth. Natalie is also a research apprentice in the Brain-Body Perceptions research lab at UT Southwestern where she conducts research on social connection and eating disorders treatment and recovery.

Session 2: Moment of Beauty

Your skin changes throughout treatment—and knowing how to care for it can make a meaningful difference. In this interactive session, you’ll learn gentle, effective skin-care strategies to support comfort and confidence, including hydration, sun protection, and best practices for each phase of treatment and recovery.
You will learn how to:

  • Care for your skin safely and gently before, during, and after treatment
  • Support skin comfort through proper hydration, sun protection, and daily routines

Presented by: Josanna Gaither and Jeanna Doyle Ruhl

Josanna Gaither

Trained Facilitator
Ricardo Fisas Natura Bissé Foundation

With over 30 years in the beauty industry, Josanna now leads the Ricardo Fisas Foundation, bringing comfort, confidence, and connection to those navigating cancer. Passionate about the healing power of touch, she finds joy in guiding others to serve with compassion. Married and a devoted mom to three creative, kind-hearted kids, she’s grateful to lead a mission her whole family shares—turning care into a calling and service into a daily joy.




Jeanna Doyle Ruhl

Trained Facilitator
Ricardo Fisas Natura Bissé Foundation

Jeanna is a licensed cosmetologist and medical aesthetics provider known for her work at the intersection of beauty and medicine. A pioneer in medical makeup and oncology esthetics, she founded The HOPE Method to train professionals in compassionate, corrective care. She currently serves as Program Manager for the Ricardo Fisas Foundation, supporting individuals navigating cancer through restorative skin and hair services.


Venue

Bessie Mitchell House
411 Ball St.
Grapevine, TX 76051

Parking Instructions:
Complimentary parking is available at Grapevine Botanical Gardens. Please enter the gardens from Ball Street and follow posted signs for Botanical Gardens Parking. The Bessie Mitchell House is a short, clearly marked walk from the main lot. Accessible parking spaces are available close to the venue.

Organizer

For more information, please contact Sarah Elshanshory, Central Regional Manager.

centralregion@ovarian.org or (214) 273-4208

Thanks to our dedicated sponsors for their support!

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This program is made possible by individuals and partners dedicated to providing 

learning opportunities and a platform for our TEAL community to be inspired.


Hosted by the Central Region of the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), this complimentary in-person community education program is designed for ovarian cancer survivors impacted by ovarian cancer. This event brings our North Texas community together to share knowledge, foster meaningful connections, and provide practical tools to support individuals at every stage of the journey.

Attendees will hear from leading experts and community voices, gain insights into important topics related to ovarian cancer care and survivorship, and learn strategies to support physical and emotional well-being after a diagnosis. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Together, we move forward—stronger, informed, and supported.