80050428 - Update on Melanoma and Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer - postponed

Thursday, May 14, 2020, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST


This activity has been postponed until further notice.

In the United States, the incidence of skin cancer is greater than that of all other cancers combined. Early diagnosis of melanoma and other aggressive skin cancers can be lifesaving. Skin cancer is a substantial public health concern and is being increasingly diagnosed and managed by primary care physicians. This activity aims to update physicians with new information on diagnosis and treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. This activity will consist of a buffet dinner followed by a series of brief lectures and case presentations.

Who Should Attend
This activity is intended for dermatologists, internists, family physicians, surgeons, plastic surgeons, dermatologic surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, oncology nurses, and physician assistants.

1. Identify challenges in interpreting melanoma pathology.
2. Recognize controversies regarding the surgery of melanoma patients.
3. Discuss the newly approved therapies for high risk and advanced melanoma.
4. Discuss how to integrate old and new melanoma therapies.
5. Identify new therapies in clinical trials for melanoma.
6. Explain the initial treatment and the use of the gene signature in ocular melanoma.

Accreditation Statement
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The registration form for this activity is currently unavailable.

The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
7795 Arundel Mills Blvd, Hanover, Maryland 21076
Phone: 410 796 9830