Siddharth Sheth, DO, MPH, will provide a brief overview of clinical factors relevant to head and neck cancers and basic management. Themain focus will be the current use of technologies that aid with the diagnosis, treatment selection, and monitoring of patientswith head and neck cancers. This includes next generation sequencing assays for DNA sequencing, RNA sequencing, andcirculating tumor DNA. The goal of the presentation is for providers to be comfortable with ordering and basic interpretation ofthese tests.

Farrell Wiggins MS, OTR/L, and Alexis Petteway, MS, OTR/L, provide insight into Occupational Therapy’s unique role in cancer rehabilitation. They explore the benefits of receiving OT in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Importantly, they also discuss the how occupational therapists measure and address cancer and chemotherapy related symptoms and occupational challenges in cancer survivors.

Joshua F. Zeidner, MD, will discuss the evolving diagnostic algorithm for AML-MRC, prognosis, treatment outcomes, and unmet needs.

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.