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Primary cutaneous B-cell lymphomas: Part II. Therapy and future directions
The choice of therapy for primary cutaneous B-cell lymphoma (PCBCL) relies on correct histopathologic classification and the exclusion of systemic disease. In part II of this continuing medical education article, we will review the available therapies for the different types of PCBCL. Primary cutaneous follicle center lymphoma (PCFCL) and primary cutaneous marginal zone lymphoma (PCMZL) are indolent tumors with an excellent prognosis. They are managed similarly with local therapy, such as radiotherapy or surgical excision, for isolated disease and observation for asymptomatic multifocal presentations. Relapses are common i...
Source: Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology - August 22, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Andrea Luísa Suárez, Christiane Querfeld, Steven Horwitz, Melissa Pulitzer, Alison Moskowitz, Patricia L. Myskowski Tags: Continuing Medical Education Source Type: research

Nationwide implementation of stereotactic radiotherapy: The challenges of initial training and continuing professional education.
Abstract Stereotactic body radiation therapy is a rapidly growing advanced treatment technique that delivers high radiation dose with great precision. The implementation of stereotactic body radiation therapy should be associated with a specific initial training and continuing professional education for radiation oncologists and medical physicists. The creation of a French stereotactic body radiation therapy group gathering radiation oncologists (SFRO and AFCOR) and medical physicists (SFPM) is mandatory in order to create dedicated national guidelines, prospective databases and to promote clinical trials in this ...
Source: Cancer Radiotherapie - August 29, 2014 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Bibault JE, Denis F, Marchesi V, Lisbona A, Noël G, Mahé MA Tags: Cancer Radiother Source Type: research

Systemic Radiopharmaceutical Therapy of Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma
Whereas benign pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas are often successfully cured by surgical resection, treatment of metastatic disease can be challenging in terms of both disease control and symptom control. Fortunately, several options are available, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical debulking. Radiolabeled metaiodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) and somatostatin receptor imaging have laid the groundwork for use of these radiopharmaceuticals as theranostic agents. 131I-MIBG therapy of neuroendocrine tumors has a long history, and the recent approval of high-specific-activity 131I-MIBG for metastatic or inope...
Source: Journal of Nuclear Medicine - September 2, 2021 Category: Nuclear Medicine Authors: Carrasquillo, J. A., Chen, C. C., Jha, A., Pacak, K., Pryma, D. A., Lin, F. I. Tags: Continuing Education Source Type: research

Evaluating the Knowledge Change Before and After Continuing Cancer Education in Malawian Nurses
This study evaluates the educational needs of oncology nurses in Malawi and the effects of a virtual cancer education program on improving the knowledge of cancer epidemiology, treatment, and nursing care of common cancers among oncology nurses in Malawi. The educational programs consisted of four sessions at one-month intervals focused on Cancer Screening, Survivorship, Radiation Therapy, and Complementary and Alternative Therapies. A pretest –posttest design was used. Overall, there was an increase in knowledge at each session: cancer screening (47% vs 95%), survivorship (22% vs 100%), radiation therapy (66% vs 100%), ...
Source: Journal of Cancer Education - May 20, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

A hands-on introduction to medical physics and radiation therapy for middle school students.
Abstract Lesson plans were developed to present concepts of medical physics and radiation therapy to a middle school audience. These workshop learning units relied on hands-on participation and collaboration within student groups to acquaint students with computed tomography simulation and treatment planning processes. These lesson plans were delivered at two different educational outreach programs targeted at student groups that have traditionally been underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The lesson plans are scheduled to be delivered at a third program in the futur...
Source: Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics - March 17, 2019 Category: Physics Authors: Fagerstrom JM, Gao W, Robertson GE Tags: J Appl Clin Med Phys Source Type: research

Twitter as a Medical Media Among French Young Oncologists: Results from a National Survey
AbstractSince its launch in 2006, Twitter has become a commonly used platform for sharing medical information, especially in the field of oncology. However, its role and impact on young oncologists ’ education remain unclear. Moreover, COVID-19 and congress virtualization is likely to have modified Twitter use by the medical society.We conducted a national survey (27 questions) in France among medical oncology, hematology, and radiation therapy young doctors to help better understand the role played by Twitter on their medical education. One hundred eighty-three young oncologists participated in our survey. A majority do...
Source: Journal of Cancer Education - January 19, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

Anatomy education for the YouTube generation
Anatomy remains a cornerstone of medical education despite challenges that have seen a significant reduction in contact hours over recent decades; however, the rise of the “YouTube Generation” or “Generation Connected” (Gen C), offers new possibilities for anatomy education. Gen C, which consists of 80% Millennials, actively interact with social media and integrate it into their education experience. Most are willing to merge their online presence with their degree programs by engaging with course materials and sharing their knowledge freely using these platforms. This integration of social media into undergraduate...
Source: Anatomical Sciences Education - May 1, 2015 Category: Anatomy Authors: Denis S. Barry, Fadi Marzouk, Kyrylo Chulak‐Oglu, Deirdre Bennett, Paul Tierney, Gerard W. O'Keeffe Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

The Medium & the Message: Towards a Blended Curriculum Format for Graduate Radiation Therapy Education
Graduate education is being increasingly incentivized in radiation therapy, as opportunities for advancement in clinical practice, research, and academia are explored and developed. Relevant, informed, and engaging graduate curricula are essential, but the importance of healthy work/life balance for a working professional cannot be underestimated. Advances in online learning technology and theory must be harnessed to create accessible graduate education of sufficient standard to develop the kind of advanced clinician who is in demand in contemporary practice.
Source: Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - February 27, 2015 Category: Radiology Authors: Caitlin Gillan, Darby Erler, Nicole Harnett Tags: Education Source Type: research

The positive impact of interprofessional education: a controlled trial to evaluate a programme for health professional students
This study evaluated whether an IPE programme changed students’ attitudes to interprofessional teams and interprofessional learning, students’ self-reported effectiveness as a team member, and students’ perceived ability to manage long-term conditions. Methods: A prospective controlled trial evaluated an eleven-hour IPE programme focused on long-term conditions’ management. Pre-registration students from the disciplines of dietetics (n = 9), medicine (n = 36), physiotherapy (n = 12), and radiation therapy (n = 26) were allocated to either an intervention group (n = 41) who received the IPE progr...
Source: BMC Medical Education - June 4, 2015 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Ben DarlowKaren ColemanEileen McKinlaySarah DonovanLouise BeckingsaleBen GrayHazel NeserMeredith PerryJames StanleySue Pullon Source Type: research

Indian Council of Medical Research consensus document on hepatocellular carcinoma
Indian J Med Res. 2020 Nov;152(5):468-474. doi: 10.4103/ijmr.IJMR_404_20.ABSTRACTThis document aims to assist oncologists in making clinical decisions encountered while managing their patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), specific to Indian practice, based on consensus among experts. Most patients are staged by Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer (BCLC) staging system which comprises patient performance status, Child-Pugh status, number and size of nodules, portal vein invasion and metastasis. Patients should receive multidisciplinary care. Surgical resection and transplant forms the mainstay of curative treatment. Ablat...
Source: The Indian Journal of Medical Research - March 12, 2021 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Bhawna Sirohi Shailesh V Shrikhande Vinay Gaikwad Amol Patel Shraddha Patkar Mahesh Goel Munita Bal Atul Sharma Raj Kumar Shrimali Vikram Bhatia Suyash Kulkarni Deep Narayan Srivastava Tanvir Kaur R S Dhaliwal Goura Kishor Rath Indian Council of Medical R Source Type: research