ADAO’s 20th Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference
“Building on Dr. Selikoff’s Legacy in Asbestos Science, Prevention & Justice”
New York City
September 12-13
This year, the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) proudly celebrated two decades of impact with our 20th Annual Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference, marking 20 years of evidence-based advocacy. Our new video series captures inspiring moments, expert insights, and stories of resilience from across the globe. Join us as we look back, learn, and continue the fight for prevention, justice, and a world free from asbestos exposure.
- 20th ADAO Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference Playlist
- Raja Flores, MD and Philip J. Landrigan, MD, MSc, FAAP: Welcome and Dignitaries Remarks
Session I: From Then to Now – Selikoff’s Vision and Our Journey Forward
Moderator: Jacqueline M. Moline, M.D., M.Sc
- Linda Reinstein, BCPA: Personal Story & Progress and Challenges: Prevention and Policy Session I: From Then to Now – Selikoff’s Vision and Our Journey Forward
- Arthur Frank, MD, PhD: Dr. Irving Selikoff: What He Knew and What He Fought For Session I: From Then to Now – Selikoff’s Vision and Our Journey Forward
- Richard Lemen, PhD, MSPH: From 1964 to 2025: A Timeline of Policy, Science, and Advocacy Session I: From Then to Now – Selikoff’s Vision and Our Journey Forward
- Q and A Session I
Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
Moderators: Raja Flores, MD & Arthur Frank, MD, PhD
- Karent Grant, Mesothelioma Warrior, Personal Story Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Steven Markowitz, MD, DrPH: Asbestos-related Diseases – Early Detection Matters Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Raja Flores, MD: Basic Surgical Treatment for Asbestos-Related Diseases Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Andrea Wolf, MD, MPH: Advancing Surgery: Mount Sinai’s Clinical Trial Innovations Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Prasad Adusumilli, MD, FACS: Advancing Cancer Care: MSKCC Clinical Trials Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Jorge Gomez, MD: Oncology: Progress Towards Curing the Incurable Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Jacqueline M. Moline, M.D., M.Sc: Uncovering the Past: Exposure History in Science and Clinical Practice Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Claudia I. Henschke, PhD, MD & David F. Yankelevitz, MD: Early Detection of Libby Amphibole Disease: Radiological Insights Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
- Q and A Session II
Keynote
- The Honorable Gale Brewer, NYC Council Member for the 6th District: Keynote Speech: Advancing the Fight Against Asbestos-Related Harm Session II: Understanding Asbestos Disease – Diagnosis, Treatment, and Disparities
Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
Moderator: Christine Oliver, MD, MPH, MS
- Paolo Monico, Mesothelioma Warrior: The Power of Movies in Activism Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Philip J. Landrigan, MD, MSc, FAAP: Eliminating Hazards Worldwide: The Collegium Ramazzini and Dr. Selikoff’s Enduring Mission Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- David Prezant, MD: 9/11 Firefighter Exposure Reduction Strategies and Screening Insights Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Greg Russell: Lahaina and Los Angeles Fires: Unseen Threats and the Toxic Legacy of Wild and Urban Blazes Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Chris Carberg & Linda Reinstein, BCPA: Digital Tools & Strategies for Reducing Asbestos Exposure Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Barry Levy, MD, MPH: Mitigating Asbestos Exposure in Post-War Recovery and Reconstruction Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Tony Rich: Uncovering the Past to Protect the Future: Legacy Asbestos in Homes, Schools, Workplaces, and Disaster Zones Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Carmen Lima, Portugal: Eliminating the Past: EU Strategies for Legacy Asbestos Mitigation and Exposure Prevention Session III: Prevention Is the Cure – Strategies for Exposure Reduction
- Q and A Session III
Session IV: Dr. Irving Selikoff, Paul Brodeur, and Beyond
Moderator: Brent Kynoch
- John Feal: Mesothelioma Warrior, Personal Story Session IV: Dr. Irving Selikoff, Paul Brodeur, and Beyond
- Barry Castleman, ScD: Paul Brodeur’s 1970 Exposé in The New Yorker: “The Asbestos Industry” Session IV: Dr. Irving Selikoff, Paul Brodeur, and Beyond
- Christine Oliver, MD, MPH, MS: Suppression of Science and Manipulation of Public Perception Session IV: Dr. Irving Selikoff, Paul Brodeur, and Beyond
- Bob Sussman, JD: Legal Strategies: Driving EPA to Strengthen and Enforce Asbestos Laws Session IV: Dr. Irving Selikoff, Paul Brodeur, and Beyond
- Q and A Session IV
Session V: Asbestos and the Law
Moderator: Linda Reinstein
- Jordan Zevon, Mesothelioma Warrior: Personal Story about His Father, Warren Zevon Session V: Asbestos and the Law
- Shepard A. Hoffman: Beyond the Courtroom: Litigation’s Role in Advancing Justice and Protecting Public Health (Video) Session V: Asbestos and the Law
- David McCumber: Lasting Impacts: BNSF Railway Company v. Center for Asbestos Related Disease Session V: Asbestos and the Law
- Michael Barasch: The Importance of 9/11 and the Law – Protecting First Responders and Others Impacted Session V: Asbestos and the Law
- Harminder Bains: United Kingdom: Legacy Asbestos in Supermarkets Session V: Asbestos and the Law
- Perry Browder: Navigating Challenging Bankruptcies: The Ongoing Battle for Justice Session V: Asbestos and the Law
- Jessica Dean: Chapman v. Hyster: Trial Success with Lasting Consequences for Those Harmed by Asbestos Session V: Asbestos and the Law
Honorees:
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- (NO VIDEO) The Honorable Gale Brewer, NYC Council Member for the 6th District: Keynote Speaker
- Danny Goldberg: Warren Zevon Keep Me in Your Heart Award Honoree
- Claudia Henschke, PhD., MD: Dr. Irving Selikoff Award Honoree
- David Yankelevitz, MD: Dr. Irving Selikoff Award Honoree
- Brad Black, MD: Dr. Irving Selikoff Award Honoree
- Greg Russell: Tribute of Hope Award Honoree
- United Firefighters Association: Tribute of Unity Award Honoree
- Uniformed Fire Officers Association: Tribute of Unity Award Honoree
- United Federation of Teachers: Tribute of Inspiration Award Honoree
Sponsors:
- Dear Oman Branham Shirley LLP: Platinum Sponsor
- Simmons Hanly Conroy: Platinum Sponsor
- The Gori Law Firm: Gold Sponsor
- Motley Rice LLC: Gold Sponsor
- Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney, and Meisenkothen: Silver Sponsor
