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Forward2nd Annual Hematology, Oncology & Blood & Marrow Transplant for NPs & PAs 2018 - General Session
Course Directors: Amber B. Koehler, P.A.-C., Darci L. Zblewski, APRN, C.N.P.
This program provides NPs and PAs with cutting-edge information on caring for patients in oncology, hematology, and blood and marrow transplant for the novice and seasoned provider and features:
- Approximately 10.25 hours pharmacology content (6.5 hourse for general session, 3.75 hours for workshop)
- Infectious Disease Pre-Conference Workshop
- Panel Q&A sessions to address real world problems encountered in daily practice
- Lunchtime topical networking tables with clinical expert faculty
- Wine and cheese networking event on Saturday evening
As a world renowned medical center striving for excellence in patient care, innovation and research, come and learn with your fellow NPs & PAs about the active roles that advanced practice providers are playing in advancing the constantly evolving fields of hematology, oncology and blood and marrow transplant.
Welcome Reception
Attendees and their guest(s) are cordially invited to join the course faculty for the welcome reception on Saturday, August 19, 2017. This casual reception welcomes you to the Mayo Clinic and offers you the perfect opportunity to make connections with existing and new colleagues. Pre-registration is requested.
Registration Fees
Course Registration Fee $500.00
Infectious Disease Pre-conference Workshop $100.00
Welcome Reception + Guest Complimentary
Additional Information
Exhibitor Invite
Exhibit Opportunity
This course offers the unique opportunity for commercial companies to interact with health care providers and highlight their products and services. If you are interested in exhibiting at this course, please complete the attached exhibit forms and submit to Kathy Fuqua.
Target Audience
This course is designed for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, advance practice nurses, nurses, allied health professionals with and interest in hematology, oncology and blood and marrow transplant.
Learning Objectives
Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:
- Assemble and integrate new knowledge and research findings into the evaluation and treatment of Heme/Onc/BMT patients.
- Summarize current trends and describe new updates in Pancreatic, Biliary, and Rectal Cancers.
- Describe and apply the latest updates in treatment of Melanoma.
- Describe and apply principles of managing venous thromboembolism (VTE) in cancer patients.
- Summarize updates in treatment of ALL and CLL and recognize common side effects of newer medications.
- Demonstrate improved proficiency in interpretation of chest X-rays, CT scans, and PET scans.
- Identify and implement the most appropriate management of chemotherapy induced nausea/vomiting and chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy.
- Understand and implement strategies for engaging in difficult conversations with cancer patients and their families.
- Describe the latest updates in treatment of GVHD.
- Identify and initiate appropriate evaluation and treatment of oncologic emergencies.
Attendance at this Mayo Clinic course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests with special course rates at the following downtown Rochester hotel. In order to receive the special rate, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the expiration date of August 17, 2018, whichever comes first. Reservations will be taken following this date based on space and rate availability. Please identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Hematology/Oncology/BMT course when making your reservation.
Rochester Marriott Hotel
101 First Avenue SW
877-623-7775 or 507-280-6000
$129 single/double
The hotel listed above is connected by skyway and pedestrian subway to conference facilities, downtown shops, and restaurants. You may wish to visit the Rochester Convention and Visitors Bureau website and/or Rochester website for additional accommodation options and area information.
Travel
Rochester, Minnesota, is a friendly city that greets thousands of visitors from around the world each year. The city is serviced by a modern international airport with multiple flights daily via American and Delta Airlines. Access to and from the airport is provided by taxi, shuttle service, and rental car. The airport is located approximately 10 miles from the Mayo Clinic campus.
Note to Travelers: Several cities in the United States are named Rochester. When you make airline reservations and check your baggage, be sure that your destination is Rochester, Minnesota (RST) and that your baggage has been properly tagged.
Flying through the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is another option. There are two shuttle services that provide direct service to Mayo Clinic and the surrounding area. Travel time is approximately 75 minutes.
• Go Rochester Direct at 800-280-9270Call: 800-280-9270 website.
• Rochester Shuttle Service at 888-998-9098Call: 888-998-9098 website.
Mayo Clinic’s appointed travel company, Ultramar Travel, is available to assist with travel arrangements. Call Ultramar Travel toll-free at 1-866-629-6885Call: 1-866-629-6885.
Mayo Faculty
Joy M. Allen, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Katrina M. Bezak, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Jessica L. Bleess, P.A.-C.
Kelly J. Christensen, P.A.-C.
Rachel A. Eiring, P.A.-C.
Casey A. Fazer, P.A.-C.
Brenda L Frye, P.A.-C.
Jennie M. Goble, P.A.-C.
Mindy L. Hartgers, A.P.R.N., C.N.P., M.S.
Justin R. Hayne, P.A.-C.
Amber B. Hesse, P.A.-C.
Miriam A. Hobbs, A.P.R.N., C.N.P., D.N.P.
Lucy M. Holmes, A.P.R.N., C.N.P., M.S.N.
Geoffrey B. Johnson, M.D., Ph.D.
Sani H. Kizilbash, M.D., M.P.H.
Robin R. Klebig, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Lisa A. Kottschade, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Kimberly J. Langer, A.P.R.N., C.N.P. D.N.P.
Natalie J. Ough, P.A.-C.
Amanda L. Rynearson, P.A.-C., M.S.
Darci L. Zblewski, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Catherine (Cate) D. Zomok, P.A.-C.
Accreditation Statement:
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A certificate of attendance will be provided to other healthcare professionals for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies, or other professional associations.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.25 ANCC nursing contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AMA & ANCC Credit Breakdown:
General Session Total: 14.5
Infectious Disease Pre-Conference Workshop 3.75
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s), please go here.
Available Credit
- 18.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 18.25 ANCC
- 18.25 Attendance
Price
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
Request for cancellations must be submitted in writing to cme@mayo.edu. When cancelling a registration for a course 14 days or more before the course start date, a full refund (minus a $75 administrative fee) will be issued in the same form of payment the registration was received. No refunds are granted less than 14 days before the course start date.
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