Add to Calendar Oral Oncology Symposium 5/12/2022 8:00:00 AM 5/14/2022 11:30:00 AM America/Chicago For More Details: https://mdanderson.cloud-cme.com/oraloncology2022 Description: The symposium aims to improve the recognition of the presenting signs of head and neck cancer, and encourage timely referrals for biopsy and treatment. It will also teach the dentist to improve the management of oral symptoms related to multiple cancer therapies, and be aware of the difficulties that treatment may create. Online false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Thursday, May 12, 2022, 8:00 AM - Saturday, May 14, 2022, 11:30 AM, Online

Target Audience
Specialties - Thoracic Surgery
Professions - Dentist, Nurse - RN, Physician (MD or DO)

Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (16.50 hours), ANCC - Nursing Contact Hour(s) (15.75 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (16.50 hours)

Overview
The symposium aims to improve the recognition of the presenting signs of head and neck cancer, and encourage timely referrals for biopsy and treatment. It will also teach the dentist to improve the management of oral symptoms related to multiple cancer therapies, and be aware of the difficulties that treatment may create.

ACCME Objectives
  1. Identify fundamentals of major therapies for head and neck cancer.
  2. Evaluate head and neck cancer patients with a complete oral diagnostic and radiographic workup, resulting in early diagnosis and more appropriate treatment.
  3. Discuss key issues with the patient's oncology team to ensure both local and systemic control of symptoms.
  4. Define and implement a “multidisciplinary approach” in the treatment of head and neck cancer patients to improve dental management in the oncology patient.
  5. Identify and implement management strategies of primary oral sequela and secondary mucosal disorders of cancer therapy, which will result in improved treatment, compliance, patient comfort and quality of life.
  6. Summarize the phases of prosthetic rehabilitation of the head and neck cancer patient and recognize key elements of fabricating maxillofacial prostheses.
  7. Facilitate speech, swallowing, functional rehabilitation and nutritional counseling in head and neck cancer patients, resulting in improved functional outcomes.
  8. Evaluate & treat infectious complications in cancer patients & manage the pain/symptoms, improving patient comfort and quality of life.

ANCC Learning Outcomes
  1. At the end of this educational activity, nurses will self-report improved recognition of the presenting symptoms of head and neck cancers.
  2. At the end of this conference health care providers will be able to self-report and implement management strategies of primary oral sequela and secondary mucosal disorders of cancer therapy, which will result in improved treatment, compliance, patient comfort and quality of life
  3. At the conclusion of this conference, participants will self-report knowledge of the fundamentals of major therapies for head and neck cancers.

Registration

A Virtual Live Streaming Course

The symposium will begin at 8:00 am on Thursday, May 12, 2022, and will adjourn at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2022.

 

Call for Abstracts

 

Deadline for abstract submissions extended to Friday, April 22, 2022.

 

Oral Oncology, Maxillofacial Prosthetics, Oral Medicine, and Oral Cancer Research are acceptable. All abstract submitters should be prepared to present their work as a poster.

 

Abstract Formatting Instructions

Limit poster abstracts to one page, typed in 12-point Times New Roman font, single spaced with one-inch margins, and left justified. Organize the abstract into Purpose, Methods, Results, and Conclusions. All abbreviations or acronyms should be spelled out the first time they are used. Provide three to five keywords describing the nature and content of the abstract. Please include the name of the conference, title of your presentation, author’s full name, highest degree, and institutional affiliation. Also please include author’s telephone, fax, and email information.
 
Abstract Submission Instructions
Abstracts will only be accepted electronically and should be uploaded to: https://bit.ly/3geUVl6.  (Note: The link is case sensitive).
 
Abstract and Poster Notification Dates
The conference committee will select abstracts for e-poster presentations based on the scientific merit and the quality of the content. Abstracts that are not submitted in the format above will not be accepted. Abstracts will not be edited.

Accepted abstract first authors will be invited to create a PowerPoint (1 slide with a 5 minute voice over included) of their research for display in a virtual e-poster hall. Posters will be shared in PDF format and will only be available to paid registrants.
 
The deadline for receipt of abstracts has been extended to Friday, April 22, 2022 at 11:59 PM CT. The first author of the abstract will receive an automated submission email confirming that the abstract has been received. Notification of acceptance for poster presentations with directives will be acknowledged by Wednesday, April 27, 2022 via email.
 
Note: In addition to submitting an abstract, conference registration must be completed at https://mdanderson.cloud-cme.com/oraloncology2022 

Telephone registrations are not accepted.

We accept the following forms of payment:
  • Credit Cards (MasterCard, VISA, and American Express)
  • Check (payable through U.S. banks only)
  • Mail to: Continuing Professional Education – Unit 1781 The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center P.O. Box 301407 Houston, TX 77230-1407
Make check payable to:  The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
 
When registering online a receipt (confirmation letter) will be automatically emailed to the e-mail address you list on the registration form.

 

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES

Physician/Dentist
Postmarked On Or Before April 22 2022 - $400.00
Postmarked After April 22, 2022 - $450.00

Nurse/Hygienist/Dental Assistant/Speech Pathologist 
Postmarked On Or Before April 22 2022 - $200.00
Postmarked After April 22, 2022 - $250.00

Student/Fellow/Resident - $150.00

 

UT Dental Faculty/UT Staff/VA

Postmarked On Or Before April 22 2022 - $300.00

Postmarked After April 22, 2022 - $350.00

MD Anderson Faculty/Staff
Postmarked On Or Before April 22 2022 - $300.00

Postmarked After April 22, 2022 - $350.00

MD Anderson Student/Fellow/Resident/Trainee - $150.00

 

The deadline for advanced registration is Friday, April 22, 2022. 


Once your payment has been made, a receipt can be found in the MyCE area of your PEP@MD Anderson account.  The Zoom information and all other necessary links will be emailed out the week of the conference.

 
Refund/Cancellation Policy
 
The registration fee, minus a $50.00 administration-handling fee, is refundable if a written request is received on or before Friday, April 22, 2022.  No refunds will be granted after these dates. The request for a registration refund must include the tax identification number of the company or institution if registration was paid by a company or institution check. 
 
The Department of Continuing Professional Education (CPE), reserves the right to cancel activities prior to the scheduled date, if low enrollment or other circumstances make it necessary.  Each registrant will be notified by mail, e-mail, or at the phone or fax numbers given on the registration form.  In case of activity cancellation, the liability of the Department of Continuing Professional Education, is limited to the registration fee. CPE will refund the full registration fee. 
 
The Department of Continuing Professional Education, reserves the right to limit the number of participants in a program and is not responsible for any expenses incurred by an individual whose registration is not confirmed and for whom space is not available. 
 
For additional information contact CPE at 713-792-2223 or toll free at 866-849-5866 or via e-mail: [email protected]. 
 
Special Assistance
 
Contact the Department of Continuing Professional Education, at 713-792-2223 or toll free at 866-849-5866 if you have any ADA accommodation needs.

Accreditation
PHYSICIAN:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and The American College of Prosthodontists. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
 

NURSING:
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is accredited with distinction as a provider of Nursing Continuing Professional Development by The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center designates this internet live course will award 15.75 Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) contact hours.

Nursing Certificates will be provided ONLY to participants who complete the online evaluation within the 30 days of the end of the symposium.

DENTAL:

This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between The American College of Prosthodontists and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Department of Continuing Professional Education.

  The American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at www.ada.org/cerp

The American College of Prosthodontists designates this activity for 16.50 continuing education credits.
 


Additional Information

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