
Live: March 3, 2016 @ 1pm ET
On-Demand: March 7, 2016
GI Pathology in Hereditary Colon Cancer Syndromes
Presented by:
Brandie Leach, MS, CGC and Tom Plesec, MD, Cleveland Clinic
The “GI Pathology in Hereditary Colon Cancer Syndromes” webinar will include education on the following topics:
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Overview of polyp types
- Distinguishing characteristics of each polyp type
- Cancer predisposition of polyp types
- Causative genes associated with each polyp type
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Clinicopathologic features of polyposis syndromes
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Decision tree of GI polyps
Learning Outcomes
At the conclusion of this webinar, medical professionals will be able to:
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Communicate how pathology impacts the care plan for rare polyposis conditions.
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Summarize the pitfalls in test interpretation.
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Give examples of discrepancies between tissue testing and genetic testing.
Registration Information
8 Part Webinar Series: $65* by February 20th
8 Part Webinar Series: $75* after February 20th
Educational Credits
ABCGN CREDIT:
According to the criteria of the American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses (ABCGN), 8 hour(s) earned in this activity are considered GI Specific for the purpose of recertification by contact hours through the ABCGN.
CAGC CREDIT:
This conference has been approved by the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC) for 6 CECs.
NSGC CREDIT:
The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized the Hereditary Colon Cancer Foundation to offer up to 0.80 CEUs or 8.00 Category 1 contact hours for the event: Recognizing and Treating Polyposis Conditions. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) will accept CEUs earned at this program for the purposes of genetic counselor certification and recertification.
*At the time of registration, a one time $25 fee will be added for individuals desiring CEUs through the NSGC.
Sessions may be attended LIVE or viewed On-Demand.
Refund Policy
Registration fees cover the cost of CEUs, and production and promotion of the webinar series. Proceeds benefit the Hereditary Colon Cancer Foundation. If you would like to receive a refund, please email 24 hours prior to the first webinar's start time. Refunds will exclude a 10% processing fee.