annual meeting program - American Society of Clinical Oncology

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION INFORMATION
The goal of the 2010 ASCO Annual Meeting is to foster communication among oncology-related
subspecialties and the exchange of a wide range of ideas related to cancer. ASCO’s objectives are to
advance the education of physicians and other professionals caring for patients with cancer, to support the
development of clinical cancer researchers, and to facilitate the delivery of high-quality health care to patients
with cancer. The 2010 ASCO Annual Meeting is designed to serve the respective interests of the Society’s
multidisciplinary membership, with education focused on medical, surgical, and radiation oncology.
Needs Statement
With emerging educational and scientific advances, oncology is a field where patient care standards can
change very quickly. Due to the high volume of literature and best practices information available, it is
important that oncologists and other cancer care providers synthesize and digest the latest evidence-based
information applicable to their practice/research setting.
In an effort to meet educational needs based on this rapid exchange of information, ASCO is committed to
disseminating the latest scientific findings in oncology and practice-changing advances in cancer prevention,
diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
Target Audience
The Annual Meeting is designed for U.S. and international physicians and researchers involved in
multidisciplinary clinical cancer care including, but not limited to medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists;
pathologists; radiologists; and other translational-oriented laboratory scientists.
The Annual Meeting can also benefit nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, and other health care
professionals involved in clinical cancer care and cancer research.
Learning Objectives
Upon participation in this activity, attendees will be able to:
• Examine scientific advances that further enhance knowledge of cancer biology and pathogenesis
• Incorporate knowledge gained pertaining to advances in clinical cancer research into innovative
management strategies and trial designs to improve patient outcomes
• Review recent and emerging data from key studies in clinical cancer research
• Evaluate the role of new diagnostic techniques and therapeutic approaches as applied to the care and
management of people with cancer
• Implement clinical and scientific strategies designed to improve the quality of cancer care, as appropriate
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and with patients regarding advances in clinical oncology science
• Identify and utilize tools for cancer risk assessment and risk reduction based on the best available
evidence
• Engage in networking and collaboration among domestic and international oncology specialists and
scientists
Continuing Medical Accreditation Statement and Credit Designation
ASCO is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing
medical education for physicians.
ASCO designates this educational activity for a maximum of 42 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians
should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Pharmacy and Nursing Continuing Education
Due to limited demand and increased accreditation requirements, ASCO will no longer be partnering with
Professional Education Services Group to offer specific nursing and pharmacy continuing education credit for
2010 Annual Meeting sessions. All nonphysician attendees are welcome to submit a request for a Certificate
of Participation, through the submission of the evaluation form, which may enable nonphysicians to apply
their Annual Meeting participation toward re-licensure.
Any questions related to CME may be directed to ASCO Staff at cme@asco.org or 571-483-1403.
New for 2010: Submit Program Evaluation Online, Certificates Available Immediately
All attendees are encouraged to provide feedback to the planning committees to develop future Symposium
sessions and document their participation, requesting either a CME Certificate (MD and DO) or a Certificate
of Participation that may be used to claim credits toward re-licensure (nonphysicians).
Evaluations will be accepted until July 9, 2010. In an effort to be environmentally friendly, paper evaluations
are no longer being accepted. Evaluations must be submitted online at www.asco.org/chicago2010 or
www.asco.org/cme. Attendees can access the Internet onsite by using the Internet Stations available
throughout the convention center or by taking advantage of the complimentary Wi-Fi access available
throughout the public areas.
Proof of Attendance
An official certificate that verifies attendance at the 2010 Annual Meeting is available at
www.asco.org/chicago2010.
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