• Medical_Professionals
• Medical_students
• Nurses

This course will provide an overview of the most recent advances in the management of patients with early and advanced stage breast cancer. Topics include genetic predisposition, molecular characterization, systemic therapy and survivorship. The course is intended to provide practical, evidence-based information on clinically relevant issues for physicians and allied health personnel involved in patient care. The didactic format will provide significant opportunities for interaction with the expert faculty and other attendees via interactive keypad systems, case presentations, panel discussions, and open question and answer sessions.

This course is designed for medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, oncology nurses, and healthcare professionals involved in cancer care. Also of interest to general internal medicine physicians who may want to enhance their oncologic knowledge.

Learning Objectives

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

Recognize the role of the immune system in the fight against breast cancer and review novel immunotherapies 

Identify state-of-the-art treatment strategies for women with early stage breast cancer

Identify state-of-the-art treatment strategies for women with metastatic breast cancer

Employ best practices and symptom management for breast cancer survivors

Discuss clinical controversies and challenges in the treatment of breast cancer

Attendance at this Mayo course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course. 

USD

Group registrations not allowed

Accompanying persons not allowed

We don’t accept Online Abstracts

Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa

1000 PGA Tour Blvd.

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

United States

Submission Info

This course offers the unique opportunity for commercial companies to interact with health care providers and highlight their products and services. If you are interested in exhibiting at this course

For technical support, contact Education Technology Center at 507-266-9087 or etc@mayo.edu. Standard business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CT. For educational activity support, contact Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) at 1-800-323-2688 or cme@mayo.edu.

https://ce.mayo.edu/hematology-and-oncology/content/advances-breast-cancer-management-2017