Description: 

Each session of this neurology oncology case conference reviews 4-5 challenging or unique cases, presented by the providers involved, with comprehensive details including relevant labs, diagnostic imaging, patient history, and other key factors. During a roundtable discussion, the team collaborates to determine the need for further diagnostic testing, establish the most likely diagnoses or differential diagnoses, and evaluate best practice management strategies for each case. Many cases also offer opportunities to explore emerging evidence in neurology oncology, including innovative treatments and approaches to complex neurological conditions. Additionally, the conference provides a platform for discussing cultural, ethnic, and age-related considerations that may influence patient care. This case-based approach fosters the development of clinical competence, enhances team performance in managing complex cases, and promotes culturally sensitive care free from implicit biases.

Target Audience: 

Physicians (MD or DO)

Learning Objectives: 

Upon completion of this course, learners should be able to:

1. Coordinate care effectively as a team for patients with challenging neurological cancers and diseases.

2. Review the most current standards of care for the treatment of neurological cancers and diseases.

3. Evaluate the outcomes of surgery and radiation therapy in the treatment of neurological cancers and diseases.

Providing Culturally Appropriate Care which is Free of Implicit Biases (AB 1195 & 241):

SOCIAL DETERMINANTS:  Zettler ME, Feinberg BA, Jeune-Smith Y, Gajra A. Impact of social determinants of health on cancer care: a survey of community oncologists. BMJ Open. 2021 Oct 6;11(10):e049259. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-049259. PMID: 34615676; PMCID: PMC8496396.

IMPLICIT BIASES:  Kumthekar P, Dunbar EM, Peters KB, Brastianos PK, Porter AB. A broad perspective on evaluating bias in the neuro-oncology workplace. Neuro Oncol. 2021 Mar 25;23(3):498-499. doi: 10.1093/neuonc/noaa286. PMID: 33547796; PMCID: PMC7992888.

Disclosure of Financial or In-Kind Commercial Support & Conflict of Interest

No one involved in the planning or presentation of this educational activity have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. No financial or in-kind commercial support was received to produce or promote this educational activity.   

– Provider Designee/Verification:  Fozia Ferozali, Ed.D

Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, Sutter Health, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statement

Sutter Health designates this LIVE activity for a maximum of 52.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians,  and 52.00 American Board of Surgery (ABS) MOC credits. Learners should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Attendance & Credit Claiming

Text the 6-letter attendance verification code to (916) 866-7913 to claim credit.