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UCSF Cancer Center Live Series #1- Updates in Surgical Treatment Options for Prostate and Breast Cancer

September 28, 2022 @ 5:30 pm

PRESENTATIONS

Contemporary Indications for Radical Prostatectomy: Can We Make It a Better Operation?

Peter Carroll, MD, MPH
Urologic cancer surgeon; Professor, UCSF Department of Urology; Ken and Donna Derr – Chevron Distinguished Professor; Taube Family Distinguished Professor in Urology, UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

Learning objectives

After completing this course, attendees will have improved their skills and strategies for:
Understanding the indications for radical prostatectomy in patients with localized prostate cancer; Comprehending alternatives to surgery and outcomes of surgery; Appreciating surgical innovations that may improve care outcomes.

Focal Prostate Cancer Ablation – A Less Morbid Alternative to Surgery and Radiation: Who and How

Hao Nguyen, MD, PhD
Urologic cancer surgeon;  Associate Professor, UCSF Department of Urology; Richard and Leilani Grinold Endowed Professorship in Urology; UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

Learning objectives
After completing this course, attendees will have improved their skills and strategies for:
Understanding basic principles of focal therapy for prostate cancer; Identifying principles in modern management of prostate cancer and patient selection; Describing current guidelines, outcomes and future directions.

De-escalation of Axillary Management in Breast Cancer

Michael Alvarado, MD, MS
Breast cancer surgeon: Professor, UCSF Department of Surgery; Director, Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Program; Medical Director for Accountable Care – Commercial Payers, UCSF Office of Population Health, UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center

Learning objectives
After completing this course, attendees will have improved their skills and strategies for:
Identifying current guidelines for axillary management in early-stage breast cancer; Describing management of the axilla following neoadjuvant therapy; Understanding the novel technique for avoiding axillary surgery during mastectomy for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS).

REGISTRATION

To secure your spot, please register in advance.  After registering online, you’ll receive a confirmation email with information on joining the webinar through Zoom.  If you wish to attend visit: https://conta.cc/3KDcmu2

 

Details

Date:
September 28, 2022
Time:
5:30 pm