Southwest Oncology Conference
Description & schedule
Summary
Join us at the Southwest Oncology Conference for an enriching learning experience on various aspects of Oncology. You can immerse yourself in engaging talks about the role of MDT, recent updates in cancer treatment methods, and current oncological research. Our keynote speaker is the renowned Dr. Mark Napier, with guest speakers including RN Paul Hickman-Deakin on Immunotherapy, Dr. Firas Salik introducing conventional chemotherapy, and more. Listen to real-life experiences from oncologists, learn about the career structure in Oncology, and explore the history of cancer and its treatment methods. Don’t miss this opportunity to widen your horizons and perhaps even consider oncology as a potential future career path.
Learning objectives
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By the end of this conference, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of the role of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in the field of oncology.
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Attendees will understand recent updates in oncology treatment methods and will be able to discuss the implications these updates may have on patient care and treatment outcomes.
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Participants will gain awareness of the current research in the field of oncology and how it may affect the future prospects of oncology care.
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Attendees will learn about different oncology career structures, and gain insight from the experiences of current oncologists to help them in considering oncology as a future career.
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Participants will gain knowledge about novel anti-cancer therapies, their health technology assessments, and will be able to understand the complexities of diagnosing rarer cancers and potential future advancements in this area.