MSK Virtual Course: Geriatric Oncology for the Advanced Practice Provider - Expanding Expertise in the Care of Older Adults with Cancer
The Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center is hosting a one-day virtual course, "Geriatric Oncology for the Advanced Practice Provider: Expanding Expertise in the Care of Older Adults with 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 one-day evidence based virtual program is designed to optimize the care of older adult oncology patients by advancing the knowledge and expertise of advanced practice providers. Speakers include MSK Course Faculty and Invited Course Faculty, including keynote speaker Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, president of JAHF.
Course Objectives:
- 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
- Recognize the importance of the comprehensive geriatric assessment as a diagnostic tool prior to the initiation of cancer directed therapies
- Discuss cancer-screening guidelines and recommendations for older cancer patients
- Describe chemotherapy toxicity tools and their use in the older adult population
- Appreciate the role of the interdisciplinary team in the assessment of social support
- Master basic Medicare guidelines related to discharge planning and homecare services
The 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.
To learn more and register, click here.
