Michael Galgano, MD, FAANS, will focus on differentiating the various types of spinal tumors, ranging from metastases, to primary vertebral column tumors, and intradural spinal cord tumors. He will discus the contributions of co-morbidities and frailty on the management of patients with spinal tumors. He will also aim to give the audience a brief exposure to the surgical management of spinal oncology, and what is entailed to execute robust local control.
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This seminar will review the causes, risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and possible treatment options for medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws as it relates to cancer patients. It will also include strategies to decrease the risk of developing this debilitating condition.
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Anne W. Beaven, MD, will review recent updates and evolving standard of care for management of Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Breast cancer management continues to evolve with tailored therapies allowing for a personalized approach to treatment. This is an update on current surgical considerations for breast cancer management.
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Radiation therapy is an integral part of cancer treatment across many disease sites, but the locoregional control benefits must be weighed against the potential toxicities. During this webinar, Kevin Pearlstein, MD, will review the role of radiation in cancer care including basic radiobiologic principles, logistics, and toxicities. He will discuss several recent studies examining the omission of radiation for different solid malignancies and review strategies to identify patients who will benefit the most from radiation.
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While food is no substitute for conventional medicine, it is a key factor in integrative and lifestyle medicine that can positively impact overall health and wellness. Denise Spector, PhD, MPH, MSN, ANP, FAIHM presents on how choosing a healthy eating pattern can not only reduce risk for major chronic illnesses, but in some cases can also improve outcomes in those living with chronic conditions, such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
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Lee Dagenhart, RN, BSN, and Pati Morfeld, RN, BSN, OCN, will discuss providing thoughtful care for transgender patients going through oncology treatment. They will provide an overview of gender affirming care and associated vocabulary, describe the disparities faced by the transgender population, and provide an explanation of resources available to patients and providers to aid in caring for the transgender population undergoing cancer treatment.
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Defining and unpacking the many different types of caregivers that serve as essential members of our oncology patients' care team, as well as the unique stressors and needs that they present.
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In this webinar, Paul Perryman, MSN, MS, RN, NE-BC and Catherine Capp, MSN, RN, ANP-BC aims to define workplace violence and its impact in the healthcare setting. During this session, regulatory standards to address workplace violence will be reviewed as well as proactive strategies to reduce the risk of workplace violence and raise awareness on the incidence of workplace violence in the hospital setting.
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Grief and bereavement are a reality in Oncology care for patients, their families, and for clinicians. Bailey Brislin, MDiv, BCC will review grief and bereavement theory, research, and practice as it relates to caring for Oncology patients and their loved ones.
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