Radiotherapy for GI Malignancies: Modern Approaches and Evolving Indications
This activity has been archived and credit is no longer available.
In this presentation, Dr. Alexander Hanania discusses the indications, benefits, and potential adverse effects of using radiation therapy to treat patients with different types of gastrointestinal cancer. His lecture focuses on the radiotherapy of esophageal, gastric, hepatic, pancreatic, rectal, and anal cancers.
This Hematology and Oncology Grand Rounds session took place on Friday, October 21, 2022 at 12:30 p.m.
Activity Information
This activity has been archived and credit is no longer available.
Needs Statement
Medical oncologists, hematologists, gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, internists, surgeons, geneticists, palliative care specialists, basic and translational research scientists, residents, fellows, and medical students need to receive regular updates on advances in the diagnosis and management of hematologic disorders and malignancies. The series aims to expand the knowledge base of learners in these topic areas, improve their clinical competencies and research skills, enhance patient care, and improve outcomes.
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of the session, the participants should be able to:
- Identify appropriate indications for radiation therapy in patients with gastrointestinal cancers.
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of how modern radiation therapy is planned.
- Discuss adverse effects of radiation therapy to be able to recognize/distinguish them in practice.
- Recognize areas of controversy regarding the utility of radiation therapy.
Target Audience
Professional Categories
- Physicians
- Medical Students
- Fellows
- Residents
- Other Health Professionals
Specialties
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Oncology
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiology
Interest Groups
Accreditation/Credit Designation
Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Baylor College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Activity Director
Term of Approval
October 1, 2022 through October 31, 2024. Original release date: October 1, 2022.
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Disclosures
The following individual(s) has/have reported financial or other relationship(s) with commercial entities whose products/services may relate to the educational content of this activity:
Presenter
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Alexander Hanania, M.D., M.P.H.
Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
Activity Director
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Tannaz Armaghany, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
Planning Committee Members
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Tannaz Armaghany, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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Salma Kaochar, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
- Research Support: FGH Biotech; Systems Oncology; National Institutes of Health; National Cancer Center; Department of Defense; Prostate Cancer Foundation
- Consultancy: FGH Biotech; Systems Oncology
- Intellectual Property: Baylor College of Medicine
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Meera Patel, M.D., M.H.S.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
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Daniel Y. Wang, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Baylor College of Medicine, Dan L. Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center
Disclosure:
- Research Support: Tessa Therapeutics
- Advisory Committee Membership: Regeneron; Sanofi-Genzyme
- Honorarium Recipient: Pri-Med
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Yang Zhou, M.D.
Hematology and Oncology Fellow
Baylor College of Medicine
Disclosure:
Nothing to disclose.
Health Topics
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