MSKCC Geriatric Oncology for the Advanced Practice Provider 2022

Include: 18 videos 16 pdfs, size: 4.12 GB

Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of common geriatric syndromes and disease processes that can impact older adults prior to, during, and after cancer treatment will be discussed. A general overview of key geriatric oncology topics will be provided, including physiologic changes associated with advanced age and risk factors associated with cancer-directed therapies, the use of the comprehensive geriatric assessment as a method for risk stratification and interventions prior to cancer-directed therapies, and recognition of atypical presentation of disease when developing a differential diagnosis. Additionally, cognitive impairment, cancer screening guidelines, chemotherapy toxicity tools, common cancer-related treatment side effects, and polypharmacy will be addressed. Participants will also be engaged in important topics such as Inclusivity and providing care to LGBTQolder adults, transitional care management, and understanding Medicare guidelines and community resources aimed at keeping older adults as independent as possible.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for advanced practice providers, registered nurses, CRNAs, physicians (residents, fellows, and attending physicians), respiratory therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals in medicine and surgery who provide care for the older adult.

1. Gain competence in the comprehensive management (identification, diagnosis, and treatment) of common geriatric comorbidities and conditions in the oncology setting as well as sequelae of cancer and cancer treatments in older adults
2. Recognize the importance of the comprehensive geriatric assessment as a diagnostic tool prior to the initiation of cancer directed therapies
3. Discuss cancer-screening guidelines and recommendations for older cancer patients
4. Describe chemotherapy toxicity tools and their use in the older adult population
5. Appreciate the role of the interdisciplinary team in the assessment of social support
6. Master basic Medicare guidelines related to discharge planning and homecare services

Topics:

Assessment and Management of Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults- What Every APP Should Know.mp4
Assessment and Management of Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults- What Every APP Should Know.pdf
Cancer Screening Guidelines for Older Adults.mp4
Cancer Screening Guidelines for Older Adults.pdf
Cancer Treatment Side Effect and Symptom Management in the Older Adult.mp4
Cancer Treatment Side Effect and Symptom Management in the Older Adult.pdf
Caring for LGBTQOlder Adults.mp4
Caring for LGBTQOlder Adults.pdf
Caring for the Older Adult Beyond the Hospital Q&A.mp4
Geriatric Co-management- What Does the Data Show..mp4
Geriatric Co-management- What Does the Data Show..pdf
Geriatric Syndromes- Identification and Management.mp4
Geriatric Syndromes- Identification and Management.pdf
GeriatricAPP2022_Brochure_v2.pdf
Healthy Aging and Geriatric Assessment Q&A.mp4
Identifying Atypical Disease Presentation in Older Adults.mp4
Identifying Atypical Disease Presentation in Older Adults.pdf
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION- Social Determinants of Health in the Older Adult Population.mp4
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION- Social Determinants of Health in the Older Adult Population.pdf
Medical Management of the Older Adult Q&A.mp4
Minimizing the Risks of Treatment Harm Through the Use of the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment.mp4
Minimizing the Risks of Treatment Harm Through the Use of the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment.pdf
Risk Stratification Prior to Cancer Surgery.mp4
Risk Stratification Prior to Cancer Surgery.pdf
Sometimes Less is More- Recognizing Polypharmacy in Older Adults with Cancer and Incorporating Deprescribing into Your Practice.mp4
Sometimes Less is More- Recognizing Polypharmacy in Older Adults with Cancer and Incorporating Deprescribing into Your Practice.pdf
Transitional Care and Minimizing Care Fragmentation for Older Cancer Patients.mp4
Transitional Care and Minimizing Care Fragmentation for Older Cancer Patients.pdf
Understanding Community Resources for the Older Adult.mp4
Understanding Community Resources for the Older Adult.pdf
Understanding Medicare Guidelines for Home Care Services.mp4
Understanding Medicare Guidelines for Home Care Services.pdf
Using Chemotherapy Toxicity Tools in Older Cancer Patients.mp4
Using Chemotherapy Toxicity Tools in Older Cancer Patients.pdf