UMGCC NEWS

Breast Cancer Update 2006: Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment

A Continuing Medical Education course for health care providers and interested patients

Friday, November 17, 2006
Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel

The University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center's (UMGCC) multidisciplinary breast cancer experts will present an update for primary care providers who care for patients with breast carcinoma. Patients are also welcome to attend the conference.

The one-day course will provide the latest update on screening and diagnosis, surgical management, radiation treatment and chemotherapeutics for high risk and malignant breast conditions. Based on feedback from past participants, this year's course will also cover topics such as genetic counseling and alternative medicine.

The curriculum will provide participants with new, stimulating information along with the comprehensive review necessary for health care providers who encounter patients with breast disease.

Course Director:

Katherine H. Tkaczuk, M.D.
Associate Professor of Medicine and Oncology
Director, Breast Evaluation and Treatment Program
University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center

Course Fee:

$50 registration fee includes instruction materials, continental breakfast, lunch, CME certificate and complimentary parking.


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