Updates in Pediatric CNS Malignancies: Ependymoma, Germ Cell Tumors and Medulloblastoma - 2020 Annual Meeting

Over the last three years, results have been reported on large and/or national/international clinical trials in pediatric CNS tumors and radiotherapy. This course will update the learner on the important key points to note in how to treat ependymoma, germ cell tumors and medulloblasotma in the 21st century. Target definition, molecular classification and the use of systemic therapy will be addressed. 

This activity is available from February 15, 2021, through 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on February 14, 2024.

This activity was originally recorded at ASTRO’s virtual 2020 Annual Meeting, October 23-28th.

Target Audience

The activity is designed to meet the interests of radiation oncologists, radiation dosimetrists, and radiation oncology residents. 

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, learners should be able to:

    1. Discuss the management of ependymoma.
    2. Explain  the role of radiotherapy in treatment of CNS germ cell tumors.
    3. Determine the treatment course for medulloblastoma.
    Course summary
    Available credit: 
    • 1.25 Certificate of Attendance
      This activity was designated for 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
    • 1.25 SA-CME

      The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

      The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

      This activity meets the American Board of Radiology's criteria for a self-assessment activity in the ABR's Maintenance of Certification program. Participation in this course in combination with the successful completion of the corresponding assessment and course evaluation adheres to the guidelines established by the ABR for 1.25 self-assessment credits.

    Course opens: 
    02/15/2021
    Course expires: 
    02/14/2024
    Cost:
    $105.00
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    • Nicole A. Larrier, MD, MS is employed at Duke University Medical Center and has no financial relationships with a commercial interest. 
    • Thomas E. Merchant, DO, PhD is employed at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and has investment interest from Philips Healthcare.
    • Erin S. Murphy, MD is employed at Department of Radiation Oncology, Taussig Cancer Institute, Cleveland Clinic and has no financial relationships with a commercial interest. 
    • Tamara Z. Vern-Gross, DO, FAAP is employed at Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic and has no financial relationships with a commercial interest. 

    The person(s) above served as the developer(s) of this activity. Additionally, the Education Committee had control over the content of this activity. All relevant relationships have been mitigated.

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    Committee Disclosures

    The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing education to physicians.

    ASTRO is awarded Deemed Status by the American Board of Radiology to provide SA-CME as part of Part II Maintenance of Certification. 

    Available Credit

    • 1.25 Certificate of Attendance
      This activity was designated for 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
    • 1.25 SA-CME

      The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

      The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

      This activity meets the American Board of Radiology's criteria for a self-assessment activity in the ABR's Maintenance of Certification program. Participation in this course in combination with the successful completion of the corresponding assessment and course evaluation adheres to the guidelines established by the ABR for 1.25 self-assessment credits.

    Price

    Cost:
    $105.00
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    Course Fees:
    ASTRO members must log in to the ASTRO website to view and receive the discounted member rate.

    • Nonmember: $105
    • Member: $55

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