This live hybrid course (available for both in-person or virtual attendance) is designed to provide Esophageal/GI focused providers in interprofessional teams (Thoracic surgeons, general surgeons with esophageal/foregut interest, GI/GI surgeons, surgical oncologists, medical oncologists specializing in upper GI cancers, radiation oncologists, APPs, Nurses, or residents in thoracic or GI specialties) with a structured, high-quality educational experience that enhances clinical knowledge and technical skills in thoracic surgery. The course will also foster collaborative learning and strengthen interdisciplinary partnerships between internal thoracic specialists and external referring physicians and advanced practice providers. Attendees will observe a livestream surgical case with real time commentary, didactic presentations and interactive Q&A with content experts.
 

Target Audience

• Physicians
• Advance Practice Providers
• Nurses
• Fellows
• Residents
• Medical Students

Learning Objectives

1. Describe current surgical and therapeutic therapy advances in the management of malignant esophagogastric disease

2. Identify practice capabilities across the esophageal cancer care continuum to support timely referrals and optimized coordination

3. Integrate evolving technologies into clinical decision making to enhance patient outcomes and align care with contemporary best practices

4. Apply communication strategies to strengthen collaboration between thoracic specialists, external referring physicians, and advanced practice providers across the esophageal cancer care continuum

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas designates this continuing education activity for a maximum of 11.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of the participation in the activity.