Cryoablation for Breast Cancer - 2023 - Online CE Course
Presented by Houston Methodist
This activity provides learners with an overview of the use of cryoablation in the treatment of breast cancer. The activity covers the principles of cryoablation, patient selection, procedural techniques, safety and efficacy, and potential complications of the procedure. The goal of this activity is to equip learners with the knowledge necessary to incorporate cryoablation into their clinical practice as a treatment option for breast cancer.
FEES
REGISTRATION TYPE | FEE |
Physician* | $115 |
HM Physician | $115 |
Allied Health Care Professional / All Others | $75 |
Resident / Fellow / Student | $10 |
* In compliance with HM’s policy on Physician Non-Monetary Compensation regarding “Stark Law,” private physicians who reside and/or practice medicine within the Greater Houston Area are required to pay the full Fair Market Value registration fee.
Target Audience
Physicians, radiologists, oncologists, interventional surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, residents, and fellows will benefit from this course.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, the participant should be able to:
- Identify the principles of cryoablation as a treatment option for breast cancer
- Evaluate patient selection criteria for cryoablation in the context of breast cancer treatment
- Discuss the procedural techniques, safety and efficacy, and potential complications associated with cryoablation as a treatment option for breast cancer
PRESENTATION | SPEAKER |
Welcome, Introduction, and Conference Overview | Luz A. Venta, MD, FACR, FSBI |
Cryoablation for Breast Cancer: The Basics | Luz A. Venta, MD, FACR, FSBI |
Cryoablation for Breast Cancer: Pathologic Findings | Mary R. Schwartz, MD |
Cryoablation: Abscopal Effect and Immune Therapy | Robert C. Ward, MD |
Fitting Cryoablation into Oncologic Care Treatment | Jenny C. Chang, MD |
Evolution of Ablation for Malignant Tumors: The Big Picture | Davood J. Abdollahian, MD |
Question and Answers Panel Discussion | Robert C. Ward, MD, Luz A. Venta, MD, FACR, FSBI, Jenny C. Chang, MD, Davood J. Abdollahian, MD, Mary R. Schwartz, MD |
Adjourn | |
Luz A. Venta, MD, FACR, FSBI – COURSE DIRECTOR
Professor of Clinical Radiology
Medical Director, Breast Care Centers
Houston Methodist
Weill Cornell Medical College
Davood J. Abdollahian, MD
Interventional Radiology (IR)
Houston Radiology Associated
Assistant Professor of Clinical Radiology, Academic Institute
Assistant Clinical Member, Research Institute
Houston Methodist
Weill Cornell Medical College
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine
Texas A & M University -- College of Medicine
Jenny C. Chang, MD
Emily Herrmann Presidential Distinguished Chair in Cancer Research & Director,
Dr. Mary and Ron Neal Cancer Center
Professor of Medicine, Academic Institute
Full Member, Research Institute
Houston Methodist
Weill Cornell Medical College
Mary R. Schwartz, MD
Cytopathology, Anatomic Pathology, Clinical and Laboratory Pathology
Medical Director, Anatomic Pathology Director
Houston Methodist Pathology and Genomic Medicine
Robert C. Ward, MD
Radiologist, Rhode Island Medical Imaging
Associate Chief, Diagnostic Imaging, Women & Infants Hospital
Program Director, Breast Imaging Fellowship
Assistant Professor of Diagnostic Imaging
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Available Credit
- 3.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Houston Methodist is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Houston Methodist designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 3.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 3.25 Attendance
Price
Registration Instructions
- STEP 1 - Select the applicable fee and add to cart to complete the checkout process.
- STEP 2 - Once registered, click the "Take Course" button to begin the activity.
FEES
REGISTRATION TYPE | FEE |
Physician* | $115 |
HM Physician | $115 |
Allied Health Care Professional / All Others | $75 |
Resident / Fellow / Student | $10 |
* In compliance with HM’s policy on Physician Non-Monetary Compensation regarding “Stark Law,” private physicians who reside and/or practice medicine within the Greater Houston Area are required to pay the full Fair Market Value registration fee.