Thoracic Oncology 2016
Date: Nov. 11, 2016
Time: 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore SMC Campus Center
This course is a state-of-the-art review of the treatment and investigation of thoracic malignancies. The faculty of the University of Maryland School of Medicine Mesothelioma and Thoracic Oncology Research and Treatment Center, recognized as national and international experts in the field, will provide the full spectrum of perspectives on the many challenging and controversial topics surrounding these cancers. The review will cover standard and investigational treatments as well as the role of integrative and palliative medicine throughout the continuum of care. Presented for clinicians, there will be a select review of the most cutting-edge genetic, translational, and clinical research. This seminar will be of interest and use to medical oncologists, surgeons, thoracic surgeons, family medicine practitioners, radiation oncologists, pulmonologists, internists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and any health care professional or trainee engaged in evaluation and care of patients with thoracic cancers.
Continuing Education for Nurses
Up to 7.25 contact hours may be awarded to registered nurses upon completion of this educational activity. Completion of this educational activity for Continuing Education (CE) is demonstrated by attending designated CE sessions and completing the CE evaluation and verification of attendance forms provided in the conference packet. All requests must be submitted within 90 days following this activity.
The University of Maryland School of Nursing is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation.