From Bench to Bedside: Molecular Oncology’s Role in Personalized Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment - SPOC

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Webinar Description

Lori Ramkissoon, PhD will review advancements in molecular oncology and demonstrate how this integration of this testing has advanced treatment strategies and improved patient outcomes for diverse cancer types.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the evolution and current state of molecular oncology testing methodologies, highlighting key technological breakthroughs and their impact on precision medicine.
  • Describe the integration process of molecular oncology in current cancer diagnostic workflows, including the interpretation of molecular data and its role in personalized treatment plans.
  • Discuss the contributions of molecular oncology to the advancement of treatment strategies, focusing on evidence-based improvements in patient outcomes for diverse cancer types.

 

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Tech
  • 1.50 ASRT
  • 1.00 CTR
  • 1.00 NCPD/CNE
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
07/01/2024
Course expires: 
06/30/2026
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Lori Ramkissoon, PhD

Clinical Assistant Professor
Pathology of Lab Medicine
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
UNC School of Medicine
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

 

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The presenter has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies as defined by the ACCME.

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  • Complete the assessment with a score of 80% or better
  • Complete the evaluation
  • Download the appropriate certificate

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The following accrediting agencies have approved this course for continuing education credits. Participants should understand that their individual participation and claiming credit must abide by the regulations set forth by their respective accrediting agency. No partial credit will be provided.

1.00 NCPD/CNE
UNC Health is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the North Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
The University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Statements of credit can be viewed and printed in CPE Monitor in approximately 2 to 3 weeks.

1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Tech
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
The University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Statements of credit can be viewed and printed in CPE Monitor in approximately 2 to 3 weeks.

1.00 CTR
Approved by the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA).

1.00 ASRT
Approved by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT).

 

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Available Credit

  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacist
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy Tech
  • 1.50 ASRT
  • 1.00 CTR
  • 1.00 NCPD/CNE
  • 1.00 Participation
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Requirements for Receiving Free Continuing Education Credits

  • Watch the video
  • Complete the assessment with a score of 80% or better
  • Complete the evaluation
  • Download the appropriate certificate

Please see our detailed instructions for more information on completing the Self-Paced, Online Courses and receiving credit.