Geriatric Oncology for the Advanced Practice Provider: Expanding Expertise in the Care of Older Adults with Cancer - On Demand


Geriatric Oncology for the Advanced Practice Provider: Expanding Expertise in the Care of Older Adults with Cancer - On Demand Banner



Date & Location
Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 8:00 AM - Friday, October 7, 2022, 11:00 PM

Specialties
Specialties - Allergy and Immunology, Anesthesiology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Breast Medical Oncology, Breast Surgery, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Critical Care, Dentistry, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine , Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, ENT, Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Oncology, General Surgery, Genitourinary Oncology, Geriatric Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, Head and Neck Oncology, Head and Neck Surgery, Hematology, Hepatology, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Integrative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Interventional Radiology, Leukemia, Lymphoma, Nephrology, Neurology, Neuro-Oncology, Neurosurgery, Oncology and Hematology, Ophthalmology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Preventive and Occupational Medicine, Psychiatry, Pulmonary Medicine, Pulmonology, Radiation Oncology, Rheumatology, Sleep Medicine, Surgical Oncology, Thoracic Medical Oncology, Thoracic Surgery, Urology, Vascular Surgery

Overview

Aging is a risk factor for the development of cancer. As the United States population ages, the need for clinicians skilled in the care of older adults with cancer will increase. Research, however, suggests that common geriatric syndromes and many psychosocial needs of older adult oncology patients are often unintentionally overlooked or under-addressed. This evidence based program is designed to optimize the care of older adult oncology patients by advancing the knowledge and expertise of advanced practice providers.

 


Through her extensive academic and clinical contributions to the field of geriatric medicine, current president of The John A. Hartford Foundation, Dr. Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, will share her insights and geriatrics expertise as keynote speaker.

Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of common geriatric syndromes and disease processes that can impact older adults prior to, during, and after cancer treatment will be discussed. A general overview of key geriatric oncology topics will be provided, including physiologic changes associated with advanced age and risk factors associated with cancer-directed therapies, the use of the comprehensive geriatric assessment as a method for risk stratification and interventions prior to cancer-directed therapies, and recognition of atypical presentation of disease when developing a differential diagnosis. Additionally, cognitive impairment, cancer screening guidelines, chemotherapy toxicity tools, common cancer-related treatment side effects, and polypharmacy will be addressed. Participants will also be engaged in important topics such as Inclusivity and providing care to LGBTQ+ older adults, transitional care management, and understanding Medicare guidelines and community resources aimed at keeping older adults as independent as possible.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for advanced practice providers, registered nurses, CRNAs, physicians (residents, fellows, and attending physicians), respiratory therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals in medicine and surgery who provide care for the older adult. Please note that we are pleased to offer complimentary registration for Residents, Fellows, APP Students and Nursing Students to attend this program.

On Demand Content

This on demand course contains over 16 lectures and PDFs of PowerPoint presentations, plus several recorded Q&A sessions. Select the 'Register' tab at the top of this page to purchase this program. Once you have successfully registered, access to the course materials will be available under the 'Course Content' tab.

This on demand program will be available for purchase until October 7, 2022.
Access to the videos and claiming credit will be available until January 7, 2023.


Objectives
  1. Gain competence in the comprehensive management (identification, diagnosis, and treatment) of common geriatric comorbidities and conditions in the oncology setting as well as sequelae of cancer and cancer treatments in older adults
  2. Recognize the importance of the comprehensive geriatric assessment as a diagnostic tool prior to the initiation of cancer directed therapies
  3. Discuss cancer-screening guidelines and recommendations for older cancer patients
  4. Describe chemotherapy toxicity tools and their use in the older adult population
  5. Appreciate the role of the interdisciplinary team in the assessment of social support
  6. Master basic Medicare guidelines related to discharge planning and homecare services

Registration

On Demand Access Fees

  • Physicians (MDs, PhDs and DOs): $75
  • Advanced Practice Providers: $50
  • Nursing and Other Healthcare Professionals: $25
  • Residents, Fellows, APP Students and Nursing Students: complimentary*
  • Industry Professionals: $135 

Discounts/Promotions

  • *Residents; Fellows; APP Students; Nursing Students: please email [email protected] to receive a promotion code for complimentary registration.
  • A registration discount is available for MSK Alumni, and MSK Cancer Alliance to attend a MSK CME course. If you are a member of one of these groups, contact [email protected] for details.
  • Registration is complimentary for all MSK employees; however, you must complete registration through the 'Register' tab above in order to access this course.

Please note that after your payment has been processed, no further promotional discounts or adjustments will be made to your registration.

Registration fees for this online CME activity are non-refundable 


Accreditation

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center designates this enduring material for a maximum of 7.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

Recorded/Review Date: April 26, 2022; Original Release Date: June 7, 2022; Termination Date: January 7, 2023