Mayo Clinic Oncology Review 2015

Minneapolis, MN US
July 25, 2015


This one-day educational program will provide hematology and oncology clinicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with an overview of the most recent advances in the treatment of various oncologic malignancies, based on abstracts presented at the June 2015 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).  Invited speakers choose exciting and relevant abstracts presented at the ASCO meeting and discuss their clinical relevance to the oncology practice.

Registration Fees:
Physician, Scientist: $175
NP, PA, Fellow, Resident, Allied Health: $160

Credit Information:

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 Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development (MSCPD) and Minnesota Society of Clinical Oncology (MSCO). MSCPD is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine designates this live activity, for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Location
Loews Minneapolis Hotel 
601 First Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-677-1100image or 866-523-1100image (toll-free)

Lodging Accommodations
Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests with a special course rate of $149 per night at Loews Minneapolis Hotel in Minneapolis, MN. 

In order to receive the special rate, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or July 1, 2015, whichever comes first. 

Reservations are taken following this date based on space and rate availability. Please identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Oncology Review when making your reservation. 

Lodging arrangements are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant. 

Mayo School of CPD is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting. Costs incurred by the registrant such as airline or hotel fees or penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.

Minnesota Society of Clinical Oncology Fellows' Career Orientation
The Minnesota Society of Clinical Oncology (MSCO) is pleased to invite the oncology fellows to an educational program on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Loews Minneapolis Hotel from 3:30-6:30 pm. 

This Fellows’ Career Orientation will offer the opportunity for networking and collaboration with the Minnesota oncology care community, and members of MSCO. There will be open discussion and presentations designed to provide valuable tips and tools on the skills you need to conduct more effective job search and how to work toward achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. 

A reception and hors d’oeuvres will be included in the program. This invitation is open to all MSCO members and Mayo Clinic Oncology Review attendees. Please join us to connect with your peers and oncology thought leaders for an enjoyable evening of education and networking!

Separate registration is required. For more details, please click here. You may also contact MSCO directly via email or by phone at 301.984.9496image ext 239.

Exhibit Opportunities
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 exhibit space during this course, please contact Linda Gochnauer.

Learning Objectives

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

  • Interpret new, practice-relevant data presented at ASCO 2015
  • Integrate evidence-based treatment strategies into clinical practice in various fields of medical oncology
  • Determine the usefulness of biomarker-based treatment approaches in oncology

Attendance at this Mayo course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 6.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
Event starts: 
07/25/2015 - 7:00am
Event ends: 
07/25/2015 - 3:15pm
Loews Minneapolis Hotel
601 First Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55403
United States

Mayo Clinic Course Director:
Axel Grothey, M.D.

Guest Course Director:
Patrick J. Flynn, M.D. 
Minnesota Oncology 

Guest Faculty:
Joseph Leach, M.D.
Minnesota Oncology 

Mayo Faculty:
Steven R. Alberts, M.D.
Brian A. Costello, M.D.
Roxana S. Dronca, M.D.
Evanthia Galanis, M.D.
Andrea Wahner Hendrickson, M.D.
Minetta C. Liu, M.D.
Mrinal S. Patnaik, M.B.B.S.
Kathryn J. Ruddy, M.D.

Available Credit

  • 6.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
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