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ForwardHeavy Ion Therapy Symposium LIVE (in-person)
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors: Bradford Hoppe, M.D. and Chris Beltran, Ph.D.
January 25 - 26, 2024 - Mayo Clinic Kinne Auditorium - Jacksonville, Florida
This symposium will provide an educational opportunity to learn about carbon ion/heavy particle therapy. The course will cover background and practical aspects of operating a carbon ion/heavy particle therapy center, as well as treatment considerations, radiobiology, physics and clinical outcomes for treating with heavy ions. Topics will vary based on the expertise of each speaker, with a highlight on the following: radiobiologic or physics principles of carbon treatment, and clinical outcomes following carbon ion therapy.
Target Audience
Radiation Oncologists, Medical Oncologists, Neuro-Oncologists
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe technological considerations and beam characteristics of carbon ion accelerators
- Discuss the physical aspects of clinical carbon ion beams including dosimetry, treatment planning, and treatment delivery
- Describe the biological underpinnings of carbon ion therapy and compare and contrast with photons and protons
- Outline the role of carbon ion therapy in the treatment of a spectrum of malignancies
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Course Directors
Bradford Hoppe, M.D.
Chris Beltran, Ph.D.
Mayo Faculty
Chris Beltran, Ph.D.
Keith Furutani, Ph.D.
Bradford Hoppe, M.D.
Sungjune Kim, M.D.
Anita Mahajan, M.D.
Robert Mutter, M.D.
Oluwadamilola Oladeru, M.D.
Laura Vallow, M.D.
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 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
| Day | Credit |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 6.75 |
| Friday | 6.25 |
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 12.75 Attendance
Price
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which individual differences are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
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