FACULTY
Emily S. Ruiz, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Harvard Medical School
Director, High-Risk Skin Cancer Clinic, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Program Director, Micrographic Surgery and Dermatology Oncology Fellowship
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Boston, MA
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Virtual Pathway activity will inform clinicians of the rationale for use of immunotherapy in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC), including the reasoning behind investigations of its use in the neoadjuvant or adjuvant settings. Through this interactive experience that incorporates didactic presentations, illustrative animations, and case-based discussion, clinicians will be exposed to current perspectives on the pathophysiology of early cSCC, how immunotherapy before and/or after surgery may improve outcomes, and available data from clinical study of neoadjuvant immunotherapy for cSCC.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of dermatologists, Mohs surgeons, medical oncologists, and the multidisciplinary care team who care for patients with either basal cell or cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:
- Review the pathophysiology of early local cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and how immunotherapy may complement surgery
- Describe the immunotherapy findings in the neo-adjuvant setting of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
- Evaluate the immune therapy clinical trials data for patients with either metastatic or locally advanced basal cell and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This CME activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Essentials.
PHYSICIAN CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the enduring activity.
JOINT ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Med Learning Group. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
NURSES (ANCC) CREDIT DESIGNATION
Amedco LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hour.
DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, educational programs sponsored by Med Learning Group must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor. All faculty, authors, editors, staff, and planning committee members participating in an MLG-sponsored activity are required to disclose any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.
DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP(S)
| Faculty Member | Disclosures |
| Dr. Ruiz | Receives consulting fees from Almirall, Checkpoint Therapeutics, Feldan Pharmaceuticals, and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. |
All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
CME Content Review
The content of this activity was independently peer reviewed.
The reviewer of this activity has nothing to disclose.
CNE Content Review
The content of this activity was peer reviewed by a nurse reviewer.
The reviewer of this activity has nothing to disclose.
Staff Planners and Managers
The staff, planners, and managers reported the following financial relationships or relationships to products or devices they have with ineligible companies related to the content of this activity:
- Matthew Frese, General Manager of Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
- Christina Gallo, SVP, Educational Development for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
- Lauren Welch, MA, VP, Outcomes and Accreditation for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
- Russie Allen, Outcomes and Accreditation Manager for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
- Kim Farina, PhD, Medical Director for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
- Nicole Longo, DO, FACOI, VP of Med/Sci Services & Learner Engagement for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Felecia Beachum, Program Manager for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
- Naomi De Brito, Program Coordinator for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE
Med Learning Group requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States. During this lecture, the faculty may mention the use of medications for both FDA-approved and non-approved indications.
METHOD OF PARTICIPATION
There are no fees for participating and receiving CE credit for this activity.
In order to obtain your certificate for the mentioned accreditation, participants need to successfully complete the associated pre/post activities and evaluation.
Your certificate will be provided as a downloadable file.
DISCLAIMER
Med Learning Group makes every effort to develop CME activities that are science based. This activity is designed for educational purposes. Participants have a responsibility to use this information to enhance their professional development in an effort to improve patient outcomes. Conclusions drawn by the participants should be derived from careful consideration of all available scientific information. The participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic decision making before applying any information, whether provided here or by others, for any professional use.
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Staff will be glad to assist you with any special needs. Please contact Med Learning Group prior to participating at [email protected]
RELEASED DATE: July 28, 2023
EXPIRATION DATE: July 28, 2024
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