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MOC: Lung Cancer
Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancers MOC Module The ASCO Genitourinary Cancers MOC Module consists of 25 multiple-choice questions which include patient case information, educational links and answer rationales. This activity is a tool for self-assessment of medical knowledge as it rela... |
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Pediatric Brain Tumors Provided by: CMElectures Michael J. Fisher, MD, is assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and a neuro-oncologist in the Division of Oncology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Here, he discusses the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical pr... |
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Hematology/Oncology Provided by: Temple University School of Medicine Educational Objectives: At the conclusion of the course, participants should be able to: * Improve the diagnosis and treatment of common family practice problems * Apply traditional modes of diagnosis and management more effectively * Apply information to... |
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Cancer Related Fatigue Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology Cancer Related Fatigue provides the latest information on the many unique aspects and causes of fatigue and how oncology professionals can provide appropriate treatment to patients with this symptom. In the slide presentation, Dr. Ann Berger provides audio commentary to intr... |
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Prostate Cancer for the Internist and General Practitioner Provided by: Harvard Medical School The course will highlight the daily decisions and decision analyses made by internists in recommending procedures for the early detection of prostate cancer. The internists' role in helping the patient make appropriate treatment decisions and counseling the patient to unders... |
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PennCME/BestPractice Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine AN INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS, THEIR STAFF AND THEIR PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC DISEASE CME activities Challenging ideas that can change your care of patients -- or confirm that you are doing the right thing. You will find a spectrum of multime... |
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TCL1 Protein Expression in Testicular Germ Cell Tumors Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the tissue expression pattern of TCL1 protein in testicular germ cell neoplasms. * define the usefulness of TCL1 immunohistochemistry in differentiating seminomatous from nonseminomatous germ cell tumor... |
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Prostate Cancer Provided by: NetCE Prostate cancer is a potentially debilitating illness that affects work, interpersonal relationships, and overall quality of life. Evidence has shown that if caught early, it can be treated effectively. Therefore, treating prostate cancer, whether by standard therapy or emer... |
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MOC: Genitourinary Cancers Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology The ASCO Genitourinary Cancers MOC Module consists of 25 multiple-choice questions which include patient case information, educational links and answer rationales. This activity is a tool for self-assessment of medical knowledge as it relates to genitourinary cancers. **... |
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Late Effects of Pediatric Cancer Therapy Provided by: CMElectures Jill P. Ginsberg, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Director of the Cancer Survivorship Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Here, she discusses the types of pediatric cancer and their survival rates, therapies, and side effects. This lecture an... |
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Colorectal Cancer: Risks, Screening, and Treatment Provided by: Harvard Medical School This online course provides a review of the epidemiology and risk factors, screening and treatment of colorectal cancer. Participants will review a case from initial presentation for a routine visit to their general internists to screening to work-up and treatment.... |
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Genetics: Lung Cancer Provided by: Harvard Medical School Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation. Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in nonsmokers, comprising nearly 60% of cases, and it is associated with the Epidermal Growth Factor Re... |
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Thyroid Cancer Management: New Trends and Old Controversies Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy Thyroid Cancer Management: New Trends and Old Controversies... |
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Mucosal Melanomas: A Case-Based Review of the Literature Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Differentiate mucosal melanoma from cutaneous melanoma and describe its etiology, molecular features, and treatment approaches in surgical, radiation, and medical oncology. 2. Evaluate mucosal melanoma patients with non-metastatic disease for adjuvant radiation to ... |
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The Role of Surgery and Radiation Therapy in the Management of Gestational Trophoblastic Disease Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Describe the indications for surgical intervention in the management of patients with hydatidiform moles and malignant GTN in order to choose patients most likely to benefit from these interventions. 2. Discuss the use of radiation in the management of patients wit... |
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Taste Alterations in Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy: A Neglected Side-Effect? Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Evaluate the effect of various chemotherapy regimens on taste alterations. 2. Investigate the effect of chemotherapy-induced taste alterations on patients and use available dietary approaches such as taste enhancement and substitution of proteins and nutrients of a... |
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Hepatitis B Reactivation and Rituximab in the Oncology Practice Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Perform screening for prior hepatitis B viral exposure in all patients with hematologic malignancies who will receive rituximab as part of their therapy. 2. Implement prophylactic anti-viral therapy in patients who are positive for hepatitis B and who are being tre... |
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ASCO Tumor Boards: Pancreatic Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology Learning Objectives: * Incorporate the use of radiotherapy, when appropriate, as treatment for patients with pancreatic cancer. * Asses systemic therapy options for patients with advanced and metastatic disease. * Enhance awareness of novel targets and emerging therapies ... |
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The Role of the Primary Care Provider in the Care of Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology The Role of the Primary Care Provider in the Care of Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer FUF January 20, 2011 a live webinar focused on strengthening the communication process between oncology professionals and Primary Care Providers (PCPs). This module captur... |
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The Diversity of Nutritional Status in Cancer: New Insights Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Explain how malnutrition (deficit or excess) is used as a decisive factor in treatment of cancer patients. 2. Describe the interactions and influences of overweight/obesity on tumor metabolism and of individualized tumor metabolism on tumor burden and undernutritio... |
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Breast Cancer MOC Module
Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology The ASCO Genitourinary Cancers MOC Module consists of 25 multiple-choice questions which include patient case information, educational links and answer rationales. This activity is a tool for self-assessment of medical knowledge as it relates to genitourinary cancers. After ... |
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Ganglioneuroma in the Adrenal Gland. Check Sample Surgical Pathology I 1008-CME Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * identify the gross and histologic features of an adrenal ganglioneuroma. * formulate a differential diagnosis for an adrenal ganglioneuroma. * select and interpret immunohistochemical stains for adrenal gangl... |
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CAP '12 - THE Pathologists' Meeting Provided by: College of American Pathologists Designed by pathologists and for pathologists, CAP ’12 offers you world-class learning taught by the experts, with a special emphasis on practical take-home-and-use education. We’ve designed CAP ’12 to exceed your expectations: **Superior Education and New Courses**... |
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HIV Grand Rounds from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Series Overview: The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and ViralEd are proud to announce the extension of this ground-breaking CME activity. Mirroring academic grand rounds programs, these CME-certified sessions combine traditional academic grand rounds wit... |
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Improving Quality of Care and Patient Outcomes in Breast, Colorectal and Lung Cancer Provided by: Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy Description: Physicians and pharmacists can utilize this CME activity in a teach-the-teacher format, with a goal to educate physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and pharmacists within their organizations on methods to improve quality of care and patient out... |
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Breast Cancer Provided by: CMElectures Dahlia M. Sataloff, MD, is clinical associate professor of surgery and obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Pennsylvania School of medicine. She specializes in management of benign and malignant disease of the breast. Here, she discusses the risk factors, symptoms,... |
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The ASCCP Guidelines for Managing HSIL
Provided by: American Society for Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology This lecture will provide a broad, evidence-based understanding of the best management options for women with the Pap interpretation of high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL). High-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) is a Pap test report that suggests ... |
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Genetics: Colon Cancer Provided by: Harvard Medical School Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation. The Colon Cancer Genetics course is designed to enhance the participants' knowledge of inherited colon cancer syndromes, particularly Hereditary Nonpolyposis... |
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Advances in the Genetics of Familial Renal Cancer Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Apply presymptomatic gene testing to family members with familial renal cancer in order to facilitate earlier diagnosis and treatment for this population. 2. Use genetic testing for timely detection of familial renal cancer in carriers to enable earlier use and inc... |
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Gender Related Needs and Preferences in Cancer Care Indicate the Need for an Individualized Approach to Cancer Patients Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Enumerate reasons for a patient centered model of care and plan changes in your practice/facility consistent with patient-centered care. 2. Differentiate between the general preferences of male and female cancer patients and tailor care of individual patients accor... |
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End-of-Life Care for West Virginia Healthcare Professionals
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Explain the principles and ethical challenges of end-of-life care and hospice. * Discuss the essential elements of effective communication with client and family. * List pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic physical-c... |
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Improving VTE Risk Assessment and Prophylaxis in Hospitalized Oncology Patients Provided by: Med-IQ Overview: This performance improvement implementation guide is one of several certified educational activities in the complimentary PI CME initiative, Performance Improvement Strategies in VTE Risk Assessment and Prophylaxis. This initiative offers a comprehensive series o... |
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Reporting Guidelines: FDG PET/CT In Oncology Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy Reporting Guidelines: FDG PET/CT In Oncology... |
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Radiologic and Pathologic Findings in Breast Tumors with High Signal Intensity on T2-weighted MR Images Provided by: Radiological Society of North America Learning Objectives: 1) List the types of breast tumors that may show high signal intensity on T2-weighted turbo SE MR images. 2) Describe the histopathologic features that produce signal hyperintensity. 3) Use the T2-weighted MR imaging appearance of breast lesions to help ... |
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A Review of Asbestos and Related Consequences Provided by: U.S. Pharmacist After completing this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Discuss the origin of asbestos and its impact on health.* 2. Identify the risk factors and etiology of asbestos-related diseases.* 3. Differentiate between various asbestos-related diseases.* 4. ... |
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia With Burkitt-like Morphologic Features and High Myeloperoxidase Activity Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * recognize characteristics of leukemia cells that express lymphoid markers simultaneously with myeloperoxidase. * * list the common cytogenetic abnormalities in leukemia cells with myeloperoxidase expression and ... |
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Tumors of the Lung, Pleura and Mediastinum Provided by: CMElectures John M. Travaline, MD, is an associate professor of medicine and an associate professor of pathology and laboratory medicine at Temple University School of Medicine. He is also the director of the Lung Cancer program at the Temple Lung Cancer Center and director of pulmonary... |
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Polypharmacy in Older Adults with Cancer Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Differentiate the multiple definitions of polypharmacy in order to be able to recognize it in your patient population. 2. Discuss the current data available in evaluating polypharmacy specifically in older adults with cancer and incorporate the data in your evaluat... |
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Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Larynx. Check Sample Surgical Pathology I 1007-CME
Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * formulate a differential diagnosis for a submucosal lesion in the larynx. * identify the histologic features of adenoid cystic carcinoma. * identify common locations for adenoid cystic carcinoma and the most ... |
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End-of-Life Care Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Summarize the current status of end-of-life care in the United States. * Explain the principles and ethical challenges of end-of-life care and hospice. * Discuss the essential elements of effective communication wit... |
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Targeting Cervical Cancer with the HPV Vaccines Provided by: American Society for Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology A quadrivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has been available since 2006 offering protection against HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18. In October 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a second, bivalent, vaccine against HPV types 16 and 18. HPV types 16 and ... |
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Surgical Decision Making Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Sponsored by: ACTIVITY TITLE: SURGICAL DECISION MAKING (COMPLETION OF ACTIVITY SATISFIES ONE YEAR OF ABS MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION PART II WITH SELF-ASSESSMENT) ACTIVITY RELEASE DATE: APRIL 7, 2011 ACTIVITY EXPIRATION DATE: APRIL 7, 2013 ACTIVITY LAS... |
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Men's Health Issues Provided by: NetCE Among the male-specific conditions addressed in this course are prostate disease (prostatitis, benign prostatic hypertrophy, and cancer), testicular conditions (testicular torsion, epididymitis, varicocele), premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, late-onset hypogonadis... |
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Immunophenotypic Variations in Mantle Cell Lymphoma Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the typical immunophenotype of mantle cell lymphoma. * recognize immunophenotypic variations of mantle cell lymphoma. * discuss the importance of evaluating cyclin D1 or CCND1/IgH translocation in th... |
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Clear Cell Papillary Renal Cell Carcinoma and the Differential Diagnosis of Renal Neoplasms With Clear Cytoplasm and Papillary Architecture . Check Sample Surgical Pathology II 1008-CME Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the renal neoplasms that may have papillary and/or cystic architecture with clear cell cytology. * recognize the histopathologic features of clear cell papillary renal cell carcinoma. * interpret the... |
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Using Clinicopathologic Markers in Patients with Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: A Pathologist’s Perspective Provided by: ASiM OVERVIEW In the United States, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer mortality in both men and women, with more than 50% of patients presenting with locally advanced, inoperable, or metastatic disease. Approximately 33% of patients with non–small-cell lung cance... |
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Neuroblastoma Provided by: Institute for Advanced Medical Education Course: Neuroblastoma Target Audience: Physicians, sonographers and others who perform and/or interpret OB ultrasound. System requirements: In order to complete this program you must have a computer with a recent version of Internet Explorer or Netscape, and a printer,... |
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Cytoplasmic Expression of Nucleophosmin Accurately Predicts Mutation in the Nucleophosmin Gene in Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Normal Karyotype Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the clinical significance of nucleophosmin (NPM1) mutation in acute myeloid leukemia. * explain how immunohistochemistry can be used as a surrogate for detection of NPM1 mutation in acute myeloid leukem... |
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Recognition for Primary Care Provided by: Primary Issues Learning Objectives After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to recognize the signs, symptoms, and early laboratory findings associated with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Target Audience This activity is targeted to any primary care... |
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Conversations and Controversies in Hematologic Malignancies and Hematology Provided by: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine LEARNING OBJECTIVES After participating in this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to: Explain the role of newer agents in the treatment of patients with lymphoid leukemia Explain the role of autologous transplantation in multiple myeloma in 2011 Fo... |
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Molecular Imaging in Breast Cancer Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy Molecular Imaging in Breast Cancer... |
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Insights into Pain Management - Module 6: Use and Abuse of Opioid Analgesics Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Insights into Pain Management - Module 6: Use and Abuse of Opioid Analgesics Faculty: Rollin M. Gallagher, MD, MPH Director of Pain Management Department of Anesthesiology Philadelphia VA Medical Center Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Estimated Time to Complete: 1 hour ... |
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Oral and Extraoral Plasmablastic Lymphoma: Similarities and Differences in Clinicopathologic Characteristics Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the morphologic features of plasmablastic lymphoma (PBL) presenting in oral and extraoral sites. * discuss the utility of immunohistochemistry in the diagnosis of PBL, and its utility for differentiation... |
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Gastrointestinal Cancers
Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology Upon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to: * Identify knowledge and practice gaps relating to gastrointestinal cancers; * Apply knowledge learned toward an enhanced ability to identify gastrointestinal cancer risks and recommend effective ... |
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Practice Based Rounds: A Focus on Chronic Pain Provided by: ASiM The goals of our intervention are to give the primary care provider a better understanding of the physiology of chronic pain; the skills and tools to better screen patients for pain and complications of mismanaged pain and when properly identified, know how to safely and eff... |
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MANTLE CELL LYMPHOMA, PLEOMORPHIC VARIANT, INVOLVING THE BONE MARROW. Check Sample Hematology 1003-CME/CMLE Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the typical patient with mantle cell lymphoma. * describe the standard immunophenotype of mantle cell lymphoma. * identify the aggressive variants of mantle cell lymphoma. * discuss the prognostic... |
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Mosby's Oncology Nursing Advisor: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Practice Provided by: Anderson CE Mosby's Oncology Nursing Advisor: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Practice provides quick access to essential information on a wide range of cancer topics, including types of cancer, treatment options, symptom management, palliative care, and patient teaching. Its user-fri... |
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Women's Health for Dental Healthcare Professionals Provided by: NetCE Ongoing research and emerging information investigating possible mechanisms of action and confirming links between oral health and a woman's overall well-being makes it imperative that dental professionals expand their knowledge of medicine. The information in this course ha... |
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Improving VTE Risk Assessment and Prophylaxis in Hospitalized Medically Ill Patients Provided by: Med-IQ Overview: This performance improvement implementation guide is one of several certified educational activities in the complimentary PI CME initiative, Performance Improvement Strategies in VTE Risk Assessment and Prophylaxis. This initiative offers a comprehensive series o... |
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Non-hodgkins Lymphoma in Older Patients Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology With an expanding geriatric population, it is important for cancer providers to be prepared to address the unique issues that relate to older patients. In this module, participants will explore three practical case scenarios that address issues related to the care and treatm... |
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Expression of Hepatocyte Antigen in Small Intestinal Epithelium and Adenocarcinoma Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * describe the pattern of Hep Par1 immunoreactivity in nonneoplastic small intestinal and colonic epithelium. * define the usefulness of Hep Par 1 immunostaining in the differential diagnosis of various hepatocel... |
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Extranodal Follicular Dendritic Cell Sarcoma of the Pharyngeal Region: A Potential Diagnostic Pitfall, With Literature Review Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to: * list the morphologic features most characteristic of follicular dendritic cell sarcoma. * define the immunohistochemical panel of tests most useful in confirming the diagnosis of follicular dendritic cell sarcoma... |
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Pneumonectomy is a valuable treatment option after neoadjuvant therapy for stage III non-small-cell lung cancer
Provided by: American Association for Thoracic Surgery After reading this article, the learner should be able to: * Understand the impact of previous neoadjuvant therapy on survival of stage III non-small cell lung cancer following pneumonectomy. * Identify the various predictors of survival after neoadjuvant therapy and... |
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Nursing Management of Chemotherapy Induced Cognitive Impairment
Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Describes the importance of Chemotherapy Induced Cognitive Impairment - during and post-chemotherapy treatment. Identify the clinical importance/ significance of Chemotherapy Induced Cognitive Impairment for the nursin... |
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Stay Abreast of Current Oncology Literature Provided by: American Society of Clinical Oncology On a quarterly schedule, this online review series summarizes the information from key articles published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, as well as other major journals. This ongoing educational series is guided by a Planning Group whose members are Ronald Blum, MD, Br... |
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Insights into Pain Management - Module 7: Multidisciplinary Pain Management Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Insights into Pain Management - Module 7: Multidisciplinary Pain Management Faculty: Michael A. Ashburn, MD, MPH, MBA (Chair) Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Director, Pain Medicine and Palliative Care University of Pennsylvania Health System Philadelph... |
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Comprehensive Perspectives on Maintenance Therapy in Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Provided by: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Target Audience This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, pathologists, and pulmonary specialists involved in the treatment of patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)... |
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Skin Cancers Provided by: NetCE The key to reducing the morbidity and mortality associated with skin cancers is prevention and early detection. Family physicians and others involved in the primary care of adults and children are in a unique position to routinely evaluate patients for skin cancer as well as... |
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Pain Management: Cancer Pain and Pain at the End of Life Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education The purpose of this course is to give an overview of the management of the pain caused by cancer and experienced at the end of life. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: * Summarize the types and causes of cancer pain and its treatment. * Discuss managem... |
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Treatment for Advanced and Recurrent Endometrial Carcinoma: Combined Modalities Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Discuss the role of radiation therapy for advanced stage endometrial cancer in order to differentiate between patients who should receive only radiation therapy and patients requiring surgery and/or chemotherapy in addition to radiation. 2. Evaluate the role of sur... |
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Optimizing Therapy for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Using Histological, Immunohistochemical, and Genetic Markers: A Pathologist’s Perspective Provided by: ASiM Overview In the United States, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer mortality in both men and women, with more than 50% of patients presenting with locally advanced, inoperable, or metastatic disease. Approximately 33% of patients with non-small-cell lung cance... |
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Understanding Micrometastatic Disease and Anoikis Resistance in Ewing Family Tumors (EFT) and Osteosarcoma Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Explain the importance of resistance to anoikis in the development of metastases. 2. Describe the mechanisms of anoikis resistance in EFTs and osteosarcoma and their potential use in development of new therapies. ... |
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Insights into Pain Management - Module 5: Comprehensive Pharmacologic Management of Pain Provided by: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Insights into Pain Management - Module 5: Comprehensive Pharmacologic Management of Pain Faculty: James P. Rathmell, MD (Co-chair) Chief, Division of Pain Medicine Department of Anesthesia and Critical Care Massachusetts General Hospital Associate Professor of Anaest... |
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Microtubule-Targeting Agents: Old, New, and Emerging Roles Provided by: myCME.com An update on evolving developments related to microtubule-inhibiting agents and their role in the treatment of women with metastatic or locally advanced breast cancer. Highlights include: an examination of the rationale for microtubule inhibition, including treatment challen... |
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Neurosurgical Operative Atlas: Neuro-Oncology Provided by: American Association of Neurological Surgeons Neuro-Oncology is the first volume in the second edition of the highly regarded Neurosurgical Operative Atlas series. It provides an accessible, step-by-step guide to the newest approaches for managing brain, skull base, and spinal tumors. Organized into concise sections ac... |
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Refining Practice Management for Optimal Outcomes in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia: Determining the Optimal Strategy Provided by: ASiM The introduction of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKI) has transformed clinical management of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Although most patients with CML who are receiving TKI therapy achieve clinically significant hematologic, cytogenetic, and molecular responses, the dur... |
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Medical Marijuana: Therapeutic Uses and Legal Status Provided by: U.S. Pharmacist After completing this activity, participants should be able to: 1. List the potential therapeutic applications of marijuana. 2. Describe the effects of marijuana on the central nervous system and other organ systems. 3. Recognize the advantages and disadvantages of... |
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Metastatic Case Studies in Prostate, Breast, Colorectal, and Lung Cancer Provided by: Harvard Medical School Acknowledgement: We wish to gratefully acknowledge an educational grant from Sanofi Aventis for this course. The cases will include differential diagnoses, pathogeneses, and treatment approaches and will illustrate the role of the primary care provider and the oncologist ... |
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Genetics: Hereditary Breast Cancer Provided by: Harvard Medical School Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation. In this course, a 36-year-old woman presents with concerns about her family history of cancer. Her cousin has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer at a... |
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Expanding the Treatment Armamentarium for Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Pharmacist Perspectives Provided by: ASiM Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the United States, accounting for more than 200 000 new cancer cases and more than 150 000 cancer-related deaths each year. Non–small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounts for more than 85% of lung cancer cases, a... |
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Health Issues Distinctive to Women Provided by: NetCE Demographic changes, the rapid increase in the number of aging and minority women, new pharmacological treatments for breast cancer and osteoporosis, and the increased demand for complementary therapies are just a few of the issues surrounding women's health. This course inc... |
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Cancer Survivorship: A Distinct Phase of Cancer Care Provided by: Harvard Medical School This course is designed to introduce some of the post-acute cancer treatment issues that are of paramount importance in the survivorship phase of cancer care.... |
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Breast Cancer for the Primary Care Provider Provided by: Harvard Medical School This online course provides a review of the epidemiology and risk factors, screening and treatment of breast cancer. Participants will review four cases from initial presentation for a routine visit to their general internists to screening to work-up and treatment.... |
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Molecular Imaging & Prostate Cancer Provided by: SNM Advancing Molecular Imaging and Therapy Molecular Imaging & Prostate Cancer... |
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Histology Matters: Personalized Therapy for Patients with NSCLC (Enduring Material – Online Tumor Board) Provided by: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine OVERVIEW Recent advances in the recognition of histologic subtypes as prognostic and predictive factors in nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC) have created a new era of personalized therapy for patients with this disease. According to the latest data, the histologic subtype ... |
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Clinical Nutrition Week 2013 Provided by: American Society for Parental and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) Program description Clinical Nutrition Week 2013 (CNW12), hosted by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (A.S.P.E.N.) is the premier conference dedicated to clinical nutrition and metabolism. CNW13 attracts 2,000 physicians, dietitians, nurses, pharm... |
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Genetics: Lung Cancer Provided by: Harvard Medical School Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation. Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in nonsmokers, comprising nearly 60% of cases, and it is associated with the Epidermal Growth Factor Re... |
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Systemic miRNA-195 Differentiates Breast Cancer from Other Malignancies and Is a Potential Biomarker for Detecting Noninvasive and Early Stage Disease Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Describe the site-specific dysregulation of some miRNAs and explain their potential as non-invasive biomarkers for diagnosis, prognostication, or markers of treatment response. 2. Cite the characteristics reflected by circulation miR-195 and explain how elevated le... |
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Age and Axillary Lymph Node Ration in Post-Menopausal Women with T1-T2 Node Positive Breast Cancer Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology 1. Identify changes in medical/surgical practice that can affect the prognostic performance of established prognostic factors such as lymph node involvement in breast cancer. 2. Explain how the lymph node ratio can help to adjust against practice related changes. ... |
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