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THRIVING AFTER BREAST CANCER

 Sintra, Portugal 

 June 5 - 10, 2025 

Ascend Retreats is working with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz and Dr. Corinne Menn to create a transformative Women's Wellness Retreat dedicated to breast cancer survivors and the healthcare providers who support them.

This luxury retreat offers an opportunity for survivors to connect, heal, and rejuvenate in a serene environment, while also providing valuable resources and education.

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"In 2001, I was 28, newly married, and a busy second-year OBGYN resident when I was diagnosed with aggressive stage two breast cancer. This shocking diagnosis came just a month after losing my mother to ovarian cancer. That was the start of my journey into menopause, not once–but three times! The most frustrating thing was that no one offered me any treatment options. The oncologist knew nothing about menopause and the gynecologist was afraid of my breast cancer history–so I muddled through and suffered."

DR CORINNE MENN

MEET DR. CORINNE

Dr. Corinne Menn is a board-certified OBGYN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. Dr. Menn is also a 23-year survivor of breast cancer and premature menopause, a BRCA carrier,and uses her experience to help women navigate their health challenges. She has dedicated her medical practice to menopause management, the unique healthcare needs of female cancer survivors, and those at high risk for breast cancer. Dr. Menn is an active member of the Menopause Society and a fellow of The American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology. She is a dedicated advocate and volunteer for the Young Survival Coalition, serving on their Council of Advisors, leading the Provider-Survivor support group, and serving on the Breast Cancer Alliance Research Grant Committee.

"After earning my medical degree at Southern California School of Medicine and completing my residency at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, I wanted to expand my knowledge beyond conventional medicine. In 2010 I graduated from California College of Ayurveda as a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, which has truly expanded and informed my practice of medicine. Being able to integrate this incredible ancient healing tradition has been a game changer and allowed me to go deeper into the study of health and healing."

DR. SUZANNE GILBERG-LENZ

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MEET DR. SUZANNE

Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is a longtime breast cancer survivor, diagnosed in her 40s. She is passionate about women's  health education and female empowerment. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is a highly sought after expert in women’s health and integrative medicine in print, online, and on TV, where she is the Chief Medical Correspondent for the Drew Barrymore Show. She is also the author of MENOPAUSE BOOTCAMP: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age (Harper Wave; October 11, 2022).

SCHEDULE

All activities listed below are included but always optional. Free time is schedule every afternoon and a few evenings.
*this agenda is directional and is subject to change

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DAY 1

Thursday, June 5

  • Retreat Check-In

  • Welcome: Appetizers and Introduction to Program

  • Private Dinner at Penha Longa

DAY 2

Friday, June 6

  • Morning Yoga or Breathwork & Meditation

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy After Breast Cancer

  • Non-Hormonal Options for Menopause Symptoms

  • Private Tour - Pena Palace, Sintra

DAY 3

Saturday, June 7

  • Morning Yoga or Breathwork & Meditation

  • Sexual Health After Cancer

  • Plants As Medicine & Creating Your Own Herbal Medicine Garden

  • Edible Plants and Plant Medicine Nature Walk

  • Appetizers & Educational Session: Ayurveda – The Science of Life & The Original Lifestyle Medicine

  • Private Dinner at Penha Longa​

DAY 4

Sunday, June 8

  • Morning Yoga or Breathwork & Meditation

  • The Impact of Lifestyle: Nutrition, Exercise & Better Sleep

  • Relapse Prevention

  • Private Sailing Charter Cascais

DAY 5

Monday, June 9

  • Morning Yoga or Breathwork & Meditation

  • Personalizing Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy

  • Q&A with Drs Menn and Gilberg-Lenz

  • Private Dinner with Michelin Chef at the Noble Room, Penha Longa Monastery

DAY 6

Tuesday, June 10

  • Morning Meditation & Farewell Circle

  • Checkout

Meditation

SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW!

WITH FREE CANCELLATION
*see cancellation policy details

Reserve your spot now with a $500 deposit and secure your Early Bird savings!

We’ll also be introducing a payment plan with installments soon for even more flexibility. Stay tuned!

Take advantage of our special Ascend Retreats room price through our unique link once you’ve signed up.

Penha Longa, a Ritz Carlton Premier Resort

  • PRICING
    Retreat Pricing: 6 days/5 nights Retreat Attendance = $6190/pp with EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT (Full price = $6490/pp) Includes: All scheduled activities, talks with Dr. Menn and Dr. Gilberg-Lenz, small group coaching session, dinners and snacks (per schedule only). Not included: Airfare, accommodations, travel insurance, optional spa services, optional activities, alcoholic beverages, food purchased outside of scheduled meals/snacks, personal purchases. Cancellation Period: Participants may cancel their registration for the retreat up to 90 days before the scheduled start date of the event. A refund of the registration/booking fee paid will be issued (minus any credit card processing fees). The refund will be processed using the original method of payment. View the complete cancellation policy.
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE
    It is mandatory for participants to have travel insurance to protect themselves against unforeseen circumstances that may arise before or during the retreat. The requirement applies to all travelers who do not reside in the European Union (EU) or the Schengen Area. Reason for the requirement: Portugal is part of the Schengen Area, which requires travel insurance with a minimum medical coverage of €30,000 for all visitors from outside the EU/Schengen. This measure aims to ensure that travelers can cover emergency medical expenses during their stay. Essential coverages: Medical and Hospital Expenses (DMH): minimum coverage of €30,000 Medical Repatriation: coverage for transportation back to the country of origin in case of serious illness or accident Trip Cancellation or Interruption Expenses: coverage for reimbursement of expenses in case of trip cancellation or interruption due to illness, accident, or other unforeseen events. *Some credit cards include this insurance without additional cost. Please check your benefits.
  • ACCOMMODATIONS
    Accommodations are NOT INCLUDED. Take advantage of our AR special room price via our unique link once you've signed up - limited availability. We have a very limited number of deeply discounted rooms available for retreat attendees at Penha Longa, the Ritz Carlton resort in Sintra, Portugal. You are welcome to book a single room, or book a double room if you want to bring a friend/partner/loved one. Retreat activities and meals are for retreat attendees only, but your free time is yours to spend with the group, on your own, or with your friend/partner/loved one. Penha Longa Deluxe Room including breakfast: €329/nt (single or €339/nt double occupancy) can be extended by 3 days on either end of stay - up to a $2500 savings! The room reservation may be cancelled or modified until April 5th 2025. After this date full reservation fee applies, if cancelled or modified. For additional nights outside event dates, other room categories, additional people occupancy or any additional request please contact us at rc.lisrz.reservations.agent@ritzcarlton.com
  • ALCOHOL ETC
    We aspire to nourish your body, mind, and soul, and therefore serving alcohol would not be true to our mission. Instead we will be offering amazing mocktails, juices, water, teas and coffee. There is wine available for purchase at the resort if you desire. This is also a drug-free and tobacco free retreat.
  • CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
    Ebb Tide Ventures, LLC requires instructors, planners and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest (COI) they may have as related to the content of this activity.
  • DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
    We are committed to building a diverse community of personal growth seekers. We prioritize creating a safe and inclusive environment where individuals feel welcome, respected, and valued. We do not discriminate based on race, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, or ability.
  • GIVING BACK
    A portion of the profits from this event will be donated to charity. The details of this donation will be shared with attendees at the closing circle during the retreat.
  • SCHEDULE
    The schedule is tentative subject to change. A final schedule will be released closer to the event date.
  • SCHOLARSHIPS
    We will be offering one or more scholarships to breast cancer survivors. Details coming soon!
  • CME PARTICIPANTS
    Earn up to 30 CME credits! The CME experience is powered by CMEfy – a seamless way for busy clinician learners to discover Internet Point-of-Care Learning opportunities that reward CME credits & more. Learn more about CMEfy at about.cmefy.com/cme-info. Additionally, CME participants will receive free admission to the International Breast Cancer Symposium for Healthcare Providers. This one day symposium will be held at the Penha Longa resort. It starts immediately after the close of our retreat and is specifically for physicians and healthcare providers caring for survivors- Details Coming Soon.
  • INTERNATIONAL BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM
    Please see CME above for details.

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