Location

Please check the individual session for location or broadcast availability.  

Frequency

Weekly

Series Director

Eugene Choi, MD

Series Co-Director

Derek Erstad, MD

Target Audience

Needs Statement

Several critical gaps persist in the cancer care of U.S. veterans, including biopsy referral and collection, tumor marker testing and interpretation of results, and individualization of treatment plans.  Crucial knowledge gaps center around cancer therapy-related adverse events and drug interactions related to cancer therapy.  These issues are compounded by disparities in access to cancer care and treatment and the participation of under-represented communities in clinical trials. This tumor board will facilitate the discussion of topics to address these gaps by providing a structured educational forum that supports development of deeper understanding of cancer care, promotes multidisciplinary collaboration and decision-making, fosters critical thinking and evidence-based practice, and enhances patient-centered care.  Discussions will emphasize the importance of factors such as medical history, socioeconomic status, and patient preferences in developing individualized treatment plans.  This series will provide a unique forum for discussing the ethical aspects of cancer care, including health disparities, informed consent, and end-of-life decisions.

Educational Methods

Educational methods will include case presentations.

Objectives

At the conclusion of the sessions, the participants should be able to:

• Apply a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to cancer diagnosis and individualized treatment planning to optimize outcomes for veteran patients.
• Integrate evidence-based guidelines and professional standards into clinical decision-making to improve the quality and consistency of cancer care.
• Strengthen communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary team members to enhance continuity and care coordination.
• Advance patient empowerment by incorporating patient-centered communication and addressing the holistic needs, including medical, psychosocial, and cultural, of veterans and their families.

Evaluation

Participants may be asked to complete a session evaluation.

Accreditation/Credit Designation

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 Baylor College of Medicine and Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Baylor College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Series Coordinator