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Program Objectives
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To emphasize the importance of “Wellness” and assess the landscape of “Burnout” in medical personnel and what can be done to identify the problem and help either ourselves or colleagues in need.
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To introduce the principle of productivity and how to develop personal strategies to improve productivity wherever applicable in daily life.
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To summarize the three “Hot Topic” practice-changing peer-reviewed published articles of 2020.
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To discuss the indications for maintenance therapy in ovarian cancer and the possible role of immunotherapy.
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To review some rare types of ovarian cancer (mucinous and clear cell) and current treatment philosophies with an emphasis on future clinical research.
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To summarize the advances in the adjuvant treatment of endometrial cancer both with respect to radiation and molecular therapy.
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To improve the understanding of the problem of lymphedema in the gynecologic oncology population and explore the roles of the supportive care team, physiotherapy, and plastic surgery in the management of the condition.
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To understand current projections of global cervical cancer eradication.
Wednesday, April 21st 2021
GOC Social Networking lounge: 5:30pm-6:30pm EST
Welcome and announcements: 6:30pm-6:35pm EST
Dr. Patti Power
Hot Topics of the year
Maintenance Niraparib in first-line ovarian cancer setting: 6:35pm-7:05pm EST
Dr. Anna Tinker
Learning objectives:
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Identify the indications for maintenance Niraparib in the first-line setting
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Name the benefit of maintenance Niraparib
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Anticipate and manage the common side effects of Niraparib
Stretch session: 7:05pm-7:15pm EST
Flex Space
Low Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer- Trials in MEK inhibition: 7:15pm-7:40pm EST
Dr. Taymaa May
Gynecologic Oncologist
Princess Margaret Hospital
Learning objectives:
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Review pathogenesis of low grade serous ovarian carcinoma
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Discuss current management strategies of women with low grade serous ovarian carcinoma
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Review therapeutic options for patients with low grade serous ovarian carcinoma
What is the evidence for HIPEC thus far?: 7:40pm-8:05pm EST
Dr. Joannie Neveu
Gynecologic-Oncologist – Advance Laparoscopy, and Assistant Professor
Bliss Murphy Centre, Memorial University
Learning objectives:
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Interpret the data available in regards to oncological outcomes
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Explain the perioperative risks and morbidities associated with HIPEC
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List the potential challenges in universal adoption of HIPEC
Thursday, April 22nd 2021
GOC Social Networking lounge: 5:30pm-6:30pm EST
Welcome and announcements: 6:30pm-6:35pm EST
Dr. Patti Power
Mucinous Cancers of the Ovary: 6:35pm-7:00pm EST
Dr. Mark Carey
Gynecologic Oncologist
VCH
Learning objectives:
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Review the current classifications of mucinous ovarian cancers
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Discuss the molecular diversity of mucinous neoplasms
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Discuss current treatment options and approaches and their limitations.
Clear Ovarian Carcinoma: New Opportunities for Treatment: 7:00pm-7:25pm EST
Dr. Hal Hirte
Medical Oncologist
Juravinski Cancer Centre
Learning objectives:
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Describe the pathophysiology of clear cell ovarian carcinoma
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Review the clinical presentation Identify current treatment options
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Discuss emerging therapies
Stretch Session: 7:25pm-7:35pm EST
Flex Space
Maintenance Therapy in Front Line Ovarian Cancer: Is it a PARPi for All World?: 7:35pm-8:00pm EST
Dr. Kathleen N. Moore
Stephenson Cancer Center//OUHSC
Learning objectives:
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Differentiate the degree of benefit or lack thereof for PARPi, bevacizumab and immunotherapy maintenance in front line ovarian cancer
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Interpret the current approved maintenance indications in Canada and how they differ from ROW
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Differentiate the molecular profiling used across studies of PARPi efficacy and immunotherapy efficacy and where there are opportunities for improvement
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Discuss patient populations where clinical equipoise re maintenance exists and how clinical trials may move us forward.
Strategies and System Change to Mitigate Physician Burnout: 8:00pm-9:00pm EST
Dr. Caroline Gérin-Lajoie
Canadian Medical Association
Learning objectives:
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Define and recognize signs and symptoms of burnout in ourselves and others
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Identify the potential impact of burnout on individuals and on the health care system
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Demonstrate individual and organizational strategies to decrease burnout and increase resilience
Friday, April 23rd 2021
Welcome and announcements: 6:30pm-6:35pm EST
Dr. Patti Power
Hyperfocus: How to Be More Productive in a World of Distraction: 6:35pm-7:30pm EST
Mr. Chris Bailey
Stretch Session: 7:30pm-7:40pm EST
Flex Space
Molecular Classification in Endometrial Cancer: ProMisE for Informed Adjuvant Therapy: 7:40pm-8:05pm EST
Dr. Stephen Welch
Medical Oncologist
London Regional Cancer Program
Learning objectives:
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Review data to support prognostic implications of established molecular classifiers in endometrial cancer.
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Demonstrate the utility of application of these biomarkers in adjuvant therapy decision-making for resected endometrial cancer, based on data from randomized controlled trials.
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Identify the role of molecular classifiers in prospective clinical trials to further improve the outcomes for patients with endometrial cancer.
GOC Social Networking lounge: 8:00pm-8:30pm EST
Saturday, April 24th 2021
GOC Social Networking lounge: 10:00am-10:35am EST
Welcome and announcements: 10:35am-10:40am EST
Dr. Patti Power
Global elimination of cervical cancer - opportunities & challenges: 10:40am-11:05am EST
Dr. Partha Basu, MD, PhD
Deputy Head, Early Detection & Prevention Branch
International Agency for Research on Cancer
World Health Organization
Learning objectives:
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Review the strategies for cervical cancer elimination globally
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Describe the roadmap to cervical cancer elimination
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Assess the opportunities created by the availability of highly effective vaccines and improved screening algorithms
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Evaluate the challenges faced by the fragile health systems in the low and middle-income countries to organise the services with quality and equity
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Describe how global partnerships can create a 'win win' situation to advance the global elimination of the cancer
Cancer physiatry & considerations in palliative lymphedema: 11:05am-11:30am EST
Dr. George Francis, MD, FRCPC, CSCN(EMG)
Cancer Physiatrist, The University of Calgary
Learning objectives:
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Define cancer rehabilitation and name 5 cancer-related impairments that physiatry can address.
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Review 3 benefits of manual lymphatic drainage in the palliative cancer patient.
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Identify 3 lymphatic devices/garments that can be helpful in the palliative setting.
The Nature of Lymphedema: Management and Prevention: 11:30am-11:55am EST
Ms. Natasha Grant
Physiotherapist, Jewish General Hospital
Learning objectives:
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Comprehend the role of physiotherapy in detecting and treating lymphedema.
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Identify three interventions physiotherapists use to treat lymphedema.
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Describe two indications for referral to a lymphedema specialist.
Stretch Session: 11:55am-12:05pm EST
Flex Space
Novel surgical treatments for secondary lymphoedema: 12:05pm-12:30pm EST
Dr. Marie-Pascale Tremblay-Champagne
Plastic surgeon, University of Montreal
Learning objectives:
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Summarize the 2 most common microsurgical procedures for lymphedema: vascularized lymph node transfers and lymphatic ovenous anastomoses
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Identify patients who may be candidates for these surgical procedures
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Predict realistic benefits from these surgical procedures, in order to better counsel patients
Closing remarks: 12:30pm EST
Dr. Patti Power
