80053987 - Proton Therapy Course - EM

Saturday, February 6, 2021, 12:00 PM - Monday, February 6, 2023, 5:00 PM


Proton therapy is the most technologically advanced method to delivery radiation treatments to cancerous tumors available today. The unique characteristics of how protons interact within the human body allow it to deliver curative radiation doses while reducing doses to healthy tissues and organs resulting in potentially fewer complications and side effects than standard radiation therapy. Understanding how proton therapy works provides patients and physicians with insight into the clinical advantages of this treatment modality and the appropriate indications. In this course, practitioners will learn the fundamentals of proton therapy and review the available clinical evidence and promising indications. Understanding the appropriate utilization of this precise technology will allow for implementation of the highest quality care.

Who Should Attend
This activity is for regional physicians including primary care physicians, oncologists, surgeons, diagnostic physicians, and local and region radiation oncologists.

Fees
Registration…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………$325

COURSE FORMAT – METHOD OF PARTICIPATION
This enduring material is expected to take approximately 3 hours to complete. Once the activity is completed, you must pass the post-test and complete the online evaluation with attestation to receive CME credit.

Once you have completed registration, please click on the TEST tab to launch the webpage with the content.

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Internet connection.

POST-TEST
A post-test will be conducted at the conclusion of the activity. A grade of at least 70% within three attempts is needed to receive CME credit.

HOW TO OBTAIN CREDIT
Post activity, an online evaluation form will be available to attendees to evaluate the activity and identify future educational needs. Upon completion of the evaluation, the learner must attest to the number of hours in attendance. A certificate of attendance will be available immediately for download or print. The last day to evaluate the material and attest to your credits is February 6, 2023.

1. Distinguish the basic physics of photon and proton therapy.
2. Describe the rationale and theoretical advantages for proton therapy.
3. Identify the currently available, evidence-based guidelines for proton therapy in various adult and pediatric disease sites.
4. Explore the evolving and future indications for scanning beam proton therapy

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 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION
American Board of Radiology (ABR) Effective September 17, 2020, The Proton Therapy Course - A Virtual Learning Experience has been qualified for 4 SAM credits by the American Board of Radiology in meeting the criteria for self-assessment toward the purpose of fulfilling requirements in the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program.

OTHER CREDITS
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Program accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants PAs may claim a maximum of 3 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

POLICY ON PRESENTER AND PROVIDER DISCLOSURE
It is the policy of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine that the presenter and provider globally disclose conflicts of interest. The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine OCME has established policies that will identify and resolve conflicts of interest prior to this educational activity. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to presentation of the education.