CME: Department of Surgery ~ Pre-Operative Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the data in support of individual case surgical decision-making. , Identify and apply an evidence-based approach to general surgical oncology care. , Identify and localize on radiologic imaging cancer and anatomic abnormalities. , Describe characteristics of cancer in relation to normal anatomy on radiological imaging. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Lily Lai, MD
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Melanoma Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Demonstrate enhanced knowledge of biology and principles of medical therapy. , Identify various subsets of melanoma and their important differences in biology and therapy. , Recognize the role of all disciplines involved in the care of melanoma patients. , Increase exposure to and understanding of clinical settings and multidisciplinary management of non-melanoma skin cancers. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender… Presenters: Badri Modi, MD
Hans F. Schoellhammer, MD
Matthew Hedberg, MD. Who Should Attend: Melanoma/skin cancers faculty and staff: RNs, APPs, physicians, research coordinators, basic scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Objectives: Discuss how to assess Leukemia patients. Discuss new novel treatments. Demonstrate and integrate new precision based medicine for leukemia patients. Outline new combination therapies.
Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anthony Stein, MD
Pamela Becker, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Hematology/HCT Leukemia physicians, fellows and pharmacists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Colorectal Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with colorectal cancer. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD,
Lily Lai, MD,
Marwan Fakih, MD. Who Should Attend: Attending physicians and fellows in medical oncology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, pathology and allied health care professionals from social services, case management, nursing, dietary and physical therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tammy Petteys. Phone Number: Ext. 89022. Email: GITumorBoards@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Colorectal Case Discussion
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125. Objectives: Demonstrate understanding of the complexities of colorectal diseases. , Anticipate/avoid problems in managing them. , Integrate various treatment options. , Optimize management for disease or treatment complications. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Andreas Kaiser, MD
Kurt Melstrom, MD
Lily Lai, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of the colorectal surgery team, community surgical oncologists, rotation fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Raquel Banuelos. Phone Number: Ext. 89125. Email: rabanuelos@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Head and Neck Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of various head and neck cancer. , Outline prognostic factors for various head and neck cancers. , Apply treatment options and manage complications thereof. , Assess treatment quality and outcomes, improve performance. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Ellie Maghami, MD
Sagus Sampath, MD
Krupal Patel, MD. Who Should Attend: Otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, practitioners in head and neck oncology (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology), related specialties (pathologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, dentists, nurses, Clinical Social Work, psychiatry, rehabilitative specialists), fellows, residents, students and scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Urology ~ Cancer Survivorship and Reconstructive Urology Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062. Objectives: Outline disease processes and management for conditions treated by reconstructive urologists. , Integrate evidence based medicine into our clinical practice. , Examine controversial topics in reconstructive urology and better understand the arguments for each. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators: Seth A. Cohen, MD
Kevin Chan, MD
Humberto G. Villarreal, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of reconstructive urology fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cherry Pattamakom. Phone Number: 949-671-4062. Email: cpattamakom@coh.org.
Monday, March 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Oncology Didactic Conference
R.S.V.P.: Christina Perez Ext 80521. Objectives: Integrate the principles of evidence-based medicine into practice. , Demonstrate clinical assessment of the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Jamie Rand, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast oncology fellow, surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ DSO Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Outline data behind our surgical practice with respect to solid tumors. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Kurt A. Melstrom, MD, FACS
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Immunotherapy Modality Team Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate effective presentation skills in reviewing protocol. , Outline the process of conducting a cellular therapy trial at City of Hope. , Integrate the suggestions and advices from the meeting to project revision. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Stephen Forman, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians, clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, clinical trials staff related to independent ethics committee (IEC). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Disease Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Identify most current research findings, which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs of lymphoma patients. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs of lymphoma patients. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidence-based care of lymphoma patients. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT physicians, radiation oncology physicians, HEM/HCT advanced practice providers (NP/PA) staff, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) fellows, advanced lymphoma fellows, Hematology/Oncology fellows, Clinical research coordinators, and clinical research nurses. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Radiation Oncology ~ City of Hope Radiation Oncology Network Wide Monthly Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Daniel Moronez Lii III at Ext. 81588. Objectives: Discuss current literature for different disease sites. , Outline new data that has been published. , Identify a venue in which community and main center doctors can discuss together and collaborate. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Arya Amini, MD
Scott Glaser, MD
Leslie E. Botnick, MD. Who Should Attend: Radiation oncologists in the City of Hope network including Duarte and all community site practices. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Daniel Moronez Lii III. Phone Number: Daniel Moronez Lii III at Ext. 81588. Email: dmoroneziii@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Daniel Moronez Lii III at Ext. 81588 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Complex Case Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Tiffany Vindel Li at Ext. 82067. Objectives: Identify the best genetic tests to personalize treatments. , Assess which is the best and most cost-effective radiology tests that will provide the most accurate information. , Formulate personalized cancer treatment plans based on germline and somatic mutation testing results. , Increase collaboration between Duarte and community physicians. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderators Rajurkar Swapnil, MD , Neel Talwar, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of City of Hope Medical Oncologists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation: City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Tiffany Vindel Li. Phone Number: Ext. 82067. Email: tvindel@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Tiffany Vindel Li at Ext. 82067 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Clinical Cellular Immunotherapy Committee (CCIC) Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate competency in patient selection, product selection and toxicity management when providing cellular therapy to potential patients. , Outline the process of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize a patient jouney. , Discuss patient cases with various supporting groups. , Integrate SOP-based knowledge into daily patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes,… Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Ahmed Aribi, MD
Myo Htut, MD. Who Should Attend: Immunotherapy physicians from Duarte and COH national sites, pharmacists, internal clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, and clinical trials staff related to cellular therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department Medical Oncology ~ Multidisciplinary GU Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Mary Houlemarde at ext. 86218. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of the various types of genitourinary malignancies. , Outline the various prognostic factors specific to the individual types of genitourinary malignancies. , Apply treatment options outlined during discussion and manage treatment related sequelae. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Alexander Chehrazi-Raffle, MD
Tanya Dorff, MD
Sumanta K. Pal, MD. Who Should Attend: Physicians, nurses, fellows and all other staff that specialize in the treatment of genitourinary (GU) cancers. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Mary Houlemarde. Phone Number: Ext. 86218. Email: mhoulemarde@coh.org.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Mary Houlemarde at ext. 86218 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405. Objectives: Identify contemporary diagnosis and treatment strategies in clinical management of the various and distinct gynecologic cancers. , Discuss risk factors that guide the formulation of a management plan for patients with gynecologic cancers. , Apply the principles of a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with gynecologic cancers. , Identify or recognize pathologic abnormalities by imaging modalities (e.g. X-ray, CT scan, PET/CT, MRI) and understand how imaging will guide… Presenters: Moderators:
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Stephen Lee, MD
Ajaz M. Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Staff physicians, fellows, nurses and physician assistants. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Catherine Arevalo. Phone Number: Ext. 88405. Email: carevalo@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms. Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program Educational Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenezat Ext. 83496. Objectives: Outline data in clinical management patients with gynecological cancers. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics. Presenters: Moderators:
Mihae Song, MD
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Lorna Rodriguez Rust, MD, PhD
Joshua Cohen, MD. Who Should Attend: Gynecologic fellows and faculty, medical/radiation oncologists and surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez. Phone Number: Ext. 83496. Email: jesosa@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Genomic Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484. Objectives: Discuss molecular pathways of solid tumors (glioma, melanoma, colon, lung, thyroid, etc.) and hematologic malignancy. , Integrate molecular findings with morphology and clinical information. , Demonstrate diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic property of each alteration in the gene detected. , Consensus conference of the calling alterations with respect to a disease and the ethnicity of the patient. , Identify available clinical trials for the specific alterations. , Discuss possible barriers and… Presenters: Moderators;
Michelle Afkhami, MD
Milhan Telatar, PhD. Who Should Attend: Pathologists, solid tumor oncologists, hematology oncologists, hematopathology, hematology, and endocrinology fellows, surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, head and neck surgery and Beckman research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lourdes Rodriguez. Phone Number: Ext. 89484. Email: lorodriguez@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medicine Grand Rounds ~ Hospital Medicine Perspectives on Patient Flow
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Cheryl Abejero at Ext. 82774. Objectives: Discuss the complexities of patient flow. , Identify areas of improve patient flow. , Integrate strategies to improve observed over expected (O/E) length of stay. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings or other characteristics). Presenters: William James Frederick III, MD, PhD, CHCQM-PHYADV
Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine
Medical Director - Case Management, Utilization Management, and Physician Advisor Group
Stanford Health Care. Who Should Attend: City of Hope faculty members. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cheryl Abejero. Phone Number: Ext. 82774. Email: cabejero@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Cheryl Abejero at Ext. 82774 for online meeting details.
Department Hematology/HCT ~ PA/NP Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Liz Cooke, RN, MN, ANP, AOCN. Objectives: Discuss the presented journal topic and its clinical application to hematology patients , Identify relevant research findings in journal article presented , Assess relevance and application of journal article discussed to current practice. Presenters: Liz Cooke, RN, MSN, ANP, AOCN. Who Should Attend: Nurse practitioners( NPs) and physicians asssitants (PAs) who specialize in hematology and transplantation. Cost: No Charge. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Liz Cooke, RN, MN, ANP, AOCN. Phone Number: ext. 63820. Email: lcooke@coh.org. Event is: For City of Hope Employees and Staff and Students only.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
MOB 3rd Floor Conference Room.
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Multiple Myeloma Patient Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Examine optimal management of complex multiple myeloma patients at COH Duarte and in the community. , Apply appropriate in-patient management of multiple myeloma patients to decrease length of stay. , Improve care coordination of patients undergoing ASCT for multiple myeloma. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Michael Rosenzweig, MD
Myo Htut, MD
Nitya Nathwani, MD
Mural Janakiram, MD. Who Should Attend: Myeloma doctors, fellows, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) Case Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Mariel Serrano Ext. 82329. Objectives: Assess the Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) disease severity. , Outline treatment options for patients with Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) disease. , Enroll patients in clinical trials for (MPN). , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Haris Ali, MD
Salman Otoukesh, MD
Idoroenyi Amanam, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology physicians - Leukemia Division, Fellows and Kaiser physicians. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hem/HCT New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials and hematopoietic cell transplantation. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with hematologic malignancies. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Leonardo Farol, MD
Ji-Lian Cai, MD
Joshua Mansour, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows, Nurse Coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christine Dirito. Phone Number: Ext. 85298. Email: cdirito@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ High Risk HCT Case Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Discuss cases which are considered for HCT and have high risk features. , Identify modifiable risk factors and provide plans for optimization before and after HCT. , Examine the outcomes of these high risk cases on an ongoing basis during their transplant and as an aggregate summary for quality improvement. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD
Andrew Artz, MD
Len Farol, MD;
Amandeep Salhotra, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442. Objectives: Build standard approaches for treatment of pediatric BMT patients. , Keep and maintain patient care across multiple team members. , Integrate medical and ancillary services (nursing, supportive care, nutrition and rehab) into a comprehensive care team. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anna Pawlowska, MD
Nicole Karras, MD. Who Should Attend: Pediatric and BMT faculty, pediatric and BMT trainees, members of Pediatric Ancillary services, members of pathology, radiation oncology and imaging sciences. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Jennifer James. Phone Number: Ext. 88442. Email: jjames@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Nursing/Advanced Practice Providers ~ Nursing APP Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Pearl Hong at Ext 86622. Objectives: Promote evidenced-based practice and integrate the knowledge gained during these journal clubs to apply in clinical practice. , Develop critical appraisal skills on literature and research presented. , Internalize and apply up to date literature to patient care. , Engage in vigorous debate and identify methods, results and utility of the research presented. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderator:
Pearl Hong, NP
Cecile Kokozian, NP. Who Should Attend: Advanced Practice Providers: nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified registered nurse anesthetists and clinical nurse specialists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Pearl Hong. Phone Number: at Ext 86622. Email: phong@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Pearl Hong at Ext 86622 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism ~ Endocrine Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon at ext. 85444 or ext. 80202. Objectives: Discuss an integrated, coordinated, and comprehensive care for patients with endocrine tumors , Monitor and continually improve the quality of care for patients with endocrine tumors , Identify how and when to utilize different disciplines in the treatment of care for patients with endocrine tumors , Establish personalized patient management strategies for patients with endocrine tumors , Apply evidence-based methodology for treatment and follow-up of recently diagnosed cancer , Discuss appropriate… Presenters: Moderator:
Sasan Fazeli, MD
Raynald Samoa, MD
Pooja Manroa, MD
Behrouz Salehian, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians and nurses only. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon. Phone Number: ext. 85444 or ext. 80202. Email: mgarcia@coh.org.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon at ext. 85444 or ext. 80202 for online meeting details (if any).
Urology Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Debra Boyd Ext. 68109. Objectives: Identify mechanisms of surgical complications , Determine methods to decrease complication rates in surgical patients , Identify system-based problems relating to surgical complications , Outline the incidence and cause of the complicastions in the context of and as it related to the world's experience. ie. does our complication rate lie outside the norm. Who Should Attend: Surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Debra Boyd. Phone Number: Ext. 68109. Email: dboyd@coh.org.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Kaplan CRB.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Program
R.S.V.P.: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Objectives: Present new and review complex/rare cases in a multidisciplinary conference. , Review pertinent history, radiology, pathology pertinent to each case. , Discuss treatment options by each discipline. , Formulate recommendations from Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Team for each patient based on experience and literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
William Tseng, MD
Janet Yoon, MD. Who Should Attend: Oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general oncology surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, social workers, psychosocial, and rehabilitation. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Phone Number: Ext. 81414. Email: lbarriga@coh.org.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414 or for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ City of Hope South Pasadena Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184. Objectives: Discuss treatment challenges. , Identify higher risk patients that need quick/timely consult. , Assess patient outcome from previous recommendation. , Identify patients that may benefit from trial enrollment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
James Shen, MD
Daniel Jae Kim, MD
Aaron Lewis, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, physician assistants and research staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christi Zendejas. Phone Number: Ext. 86184. Email: czendejas@coh.org.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184 for online meeting details (if any).
BRICOH Lung Cancer Research Group Meeting
CME Credits: 1.5 Hour Categpry 1 Credit. Contact: Leslie Middlebrooks. Phone Number: x67287. Email: lmiddlebrooks@coh.org.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Graff Library.
CME: Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care ~ Chest Conference
R.S.V.P.: Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771. Objectives: Identify the most expeditious, safest, highest yielding approaches to diagnosis and staging for chest neoplasms in specific clinical scenarios. , Discuss pros and cons of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. , Determine compliance with NCCN treatment guidelines, and when deviation from those guidelines may be appropriate. , Obtain assistance in clinical staging by real time review of imaging studies with the radiologist. , Review pathology slides with pathologist in cases where diagnosis is… Presenters: Moderators:
Farhad Mazdisnian MD
Argelia Jossie Sandoval, MD
Aria Hong, MD
Hugh Davis, MD
Waasil Kareem, MD
Afshin Sam, MD
Sanford Church, MD
Steve Tseng, DO. Who Should Attend: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Thoractic Surgery, and Departments of Medical Oncology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Pathology. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Vanessa Preciado. Phone Number: Ext. 82771. Email: vpreciado@coh.org.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
Please contact Ms Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro-Oncology Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285. Objectives: Discuss the optimal management of patients with newly-diagnosed and recurrent brain tumors. , Interpret new clinical data on experimental therapeutic modalities currently under evaluation for the treatment of brain tumors to identify opportunities to optimize treatment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Jana Portnow, MD
Behnam Badie, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians, nurses and support staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Vanae Sainz. Phone Number: Ext. 87285. Email: vsainz@coh.org.
Friday, March 28, 2025, 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM.
Please contact Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Cherng Family Center for Integrative Oncology Grand Rounds ~
R.S.V.P.: Zoom Webinar | Link provided in email Announcement (e-blast).
For questions, please contact the Department of Continuing Medical Education at cme@coh.org. Objectives: Evaluate and integrate evidence-based complementary therapies into cancer care to improve patient outcomes. , Examine skills to effectively counsel patients on the safe use of integrative therapies, addressing common concerns, and respecting individual preferences and cultural considerations. , Integrate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to ensure seamless coordination of integrative oncology approaches within the broader care team. , Outline tools and strategies to overcome common… Presenters: Moderator:
Krisstina Gowin, DO
Presenter. Who Should Attend: City of Hope multidisciplinary teams. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: CME Department. Phone Number: Ext 85622. Email: cme@coh.org.
Friday, March 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual Meeting.
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hematology/HCT Case Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474. Objectives: Identify most current research findings which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidenced base care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Eileen P. Smith, MD
Guido Marcucci, MD
Alex Herrera, MD
Michael Rosenzweig, MD. Who Should Attend: HEM/HCT Physicians,HEM/ HCT APP(NP/PA) staff, BMT Pharmacist, BMT Nursing and QRRM staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Kim Laramie. Phone Number: Ext. 83474. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Friday, March 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Treatment Planning/Research Meeting
R.S.V.P.: Sharla Moore Ext. 87095 or Marisela Garcia Ext. 74315. Objectives: Discuss recommendations from various specialties with the patient during a clinical encounter. , Integrate care for the patient from various subspecialties. , Provide recommendations in line with the most current guidelines. , Identify on radiologic imaging benign and malignant abnormalities. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, M
Jamie Rand, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants and all other staff that specialize in the treatment of breast cancers. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Sharla Moore or Marisela Garcia. Phone Number: Ext. 87095 or Ext. 74315. Email: smoore@coh.org.
Friday, March 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Sharla Moore Ext. 87095 or Marisela Garcia Ext. 74315 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Hematologic Malignancy Slide Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Brittaney Madeira at Ext. 85295. Objectives: Discuss relevant pathologic findings on current patients. , Examine and discuss diagnostic and prognostic features of pathologic material. , Understand the contribution of pathology to patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Amandeep Salhotra, MD
Karamjeet Singh Sandhu, MD
Michelle Afkhami, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematologists and hematopathologists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Brittaney Madeira. Phone Number: Ext. 85295. Email: bmadeira@coh.org.
Friday, March 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Mariel Serrano at Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Pre-Operative Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the data in support of individual case surgical decision-making. , Identify and apply an evidence-based approach to general surgical oncology care. , Identify and localize on radiologic imaging cancer and anatomic abnormalities. , Describe characteristics of cancer in relation to normal anatomy on radiological imaging. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Lily Lai, MD
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Monday, March 31, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ HEM/HCT GVHD Committee Meetings
R.S.V.P.: Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Accurately assess Graft versus Host Disease (GVHD) severity. , Outline treatment options for patient chronic Graft versus Host Disease (cGVHD). , Enroll patients in clinical trials for cGVHD. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Amandeep Salhotra, M.D.
Ryotaro Nakamura, M.D.
Badri Modi, M.D. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Monday, March 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Objectives: Discuss how to assess Leukemia patients. Discuss new novel treatments. Demonstrate and integrate new precision based medicine for leukemia patients. Outline new combination therapies.
Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anthony Stein, MD
Pamela Becker, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Hematology/HCT Leukemia physicians, fellows and pharmacists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Monday, March 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Colorectal Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with colorectal cancer. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD,
Lily Lai, MD,
Marwan Fakih, MD. Who Should Attend: Attending physicians and fellows in medical oncology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, pathology and allied health care professionals from social services, case management, nursing, dietary and physical therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tammy Petteys. Phone Number: Ext. 89022. Email: GITumorBoards@coh.org.
Monday, March 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Colorectal Case Discussion
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125. Objectives: Demonstrate understanding of the complexities of colorectal diseases. , Anticipate/avoid problems in managing them. , Integrate various treatment options. , Optimize management for disease or treatment complications. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Andreas Kaiser, MD
Kurt Melstrom, MD
Lily Lai, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of the colorectal surgery team, community surgical oncologists, rotation fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Raquel Banuelos. Phone Number: Ext. 89125. Email: rabanuelos@coh.org.
Monday, March 31, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Head and Neck Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of various head and neck cancer. , Outline prognostic factors for various head and neck cancers. , Apply treatment options and manage complications thereof. , Assess treatment quality and outcomes, improve performance. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Ellie Maghami, MD
Sagus Sampath, MD
Krupal Patel, MD. Who Should Attend: Otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, practitioners in head and neck oncology (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology), related specialties (pathologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, dentists, nurses, Clinical Social Work, psychiatry, rehabilitative specialists), fellows, residents, students and scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, March 31, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Oncology Didactic Conference
R.S.V.P.: Christina Perez Ext 80521. Objectives: Integrate the principles of evidence-based medicine into practice. , Demonstrate clinical assessment of the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Jamie Rand, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast oncology fellow, surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ DSO Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Outline data behind our surgical practice with respect to solid tumors. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Kurt A. Melstrom, MD, FACS
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Cutaneous Lymphoma Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Caroline Bresee at Ext. 84565. Objectives: Discuss difficult and challenging cases in a multidisciplinary format (dermatology/dermatooncology/pathology) with clinicopathologic correlation. , Identify and implement new therapies as appropriate. , Assess new therapies and clinical trials for patient care. , Identify performance gaps (learn how and where to make procedures or tests happening). , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderator:
Christiane Querfeld, MD, PhD
Niloufer Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Dermatologists, dermatopathologists, pathologists, oncologists, nurses, rotating fellows and residents (trainees). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Caroline Bresee. Phone Number: Ext. 84565. Email: cbresee@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Caroline Bresee at Ext. 84565 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Immunotherapy Modality Team Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate effective presentation skills in reviewing protocol. , Outline the process of conducting a cellular therapy trial at City of Hope. , Integrate the suggestions and advices from the meeting to project revision. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Stephen Forman, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians, clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, clinical trials staff related to independent ethics committee (IEC). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Disease Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Identify most current research findings, which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs of lymphoma patients. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs of lymphoma patients. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidence-based care of lymphoma patients. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT physicians, radiation oncology physicians, HEM/HCT advanced practice providers (NP/PA) staff, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) fellows, advanced lymphoma fellows, Hematology/Oncology fellows, Clinical research coordinators, and clinical research nurses. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Clinical Cellular Immunotherapy Committee (CCIC) Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate competency in patient selection, product selection and toxicity management when providing cellular therapy to potential patients. , Outline the process of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize a patient jouney. , Discuss patient cases with various supporting groups. , Integrate SOP-based knowledge into daily patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes,… Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Ahmed Aribi, MD
Myo Htut, MD. Who Should Attend: Immunotherapy physicians from Duarte and COH national sites, pharmacists, internal clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, and clinical trials staff related to cellular therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Urology ~ Division of Urology M&M Meetings
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Allison Achuleta Ext 80480. Objectives: Identify areas for improvement in current clinical in surgical practice. , Evaluate the interpretation of preoperative and postoperative radiologic studies with regards to: appropriateness of diagnosis , surgical planning , use in postoperative management , , Integrate new guidelines and new surgical interventions into current surgical practice. , Assess and discuss general complications in a peer-review setting. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care… Presenters: Moderators:
Kevin Chan, MD
Clayton Lau, MD. Who Should Attend: Urology faculty, rotating fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Allison Achuleta. Phone Number: Ext. 80480. Email: aarchuleta@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Allison Achuleta Ext 80480 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405. Objectives: Identify contemporary diagnosis and treatment strategies in clinical management of the various and distinct gynecologic cancers. , Discuss risk factors that guide the formulation of a management plan for patients with gynecologic cancers. , Apply the principles of a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with gynecologic cancers. , Identify or recognize pathologic abnormalities by imaging modalities (e.g. X-ray, CT scan, PET/CT, MRI) and understand how imaging will guide… Presenters: Moderators:
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Stephen Lee, MD
Ajaz M. Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Staff physicians, fellows, nurses and physician assistants. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Catherine Arevalo. Phone Number: Ext. 88405. Email: carevalo@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms. Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Chemotherapy Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496. Objectives: Outline data in clinical management of patients with gynecologic cancers , Integrate evidence-based medicine related to chemotherapy into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feels, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Mihae Song, MD
Joshua G. Cohen, MD
Lorna Rodriguez-Rodriguez, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: Gynecologic oncology faculty, fellows, and clinical pharmacist. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez. Phone Number: Ext. 83496. Email: jesosa@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Genomic Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484. Objectives: Discuss molecular pathways of solid tumors (glioma, melanoma, colon, lung, thyroid, etc.) and hematologic malignancy. , Integrate molecular findings with morphology and clinical information. , Demonstrate diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic property of each alteration in the gene detected. , Consensus conference of the calling alterations with respect to a disease and the ethnicity of the patient. , Identify available clinical trials for the specific alterations. , Discuss possible barriers and… Presenters: Moderators;
Michelle Afkhami, MD
Milhan Telatar, PhD. Who Should Attend: Pathologists, solid tumor oncologists, hematology oncologists, hematopathology, hematology, and endocrinology fellows, surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, head and neck surgery and Beckman research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lourdes Rodriguez. Phone Number: Ext. 89484. Email: lorodriguez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910. Objectives: Improve ability to identify complex patient situations. , Integrate multidisciplinary input into each physician's patient care. , Examine radiologic findings associated with complex presentations. This includes but is not limited to assessment of chest wall invasion, determination of metastatic sites, and correlation of radiologic to pathologic findings. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Jamie Rand, MD
Lesley Taylor, MD
Lisa Yee, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Nikita Shah, MD
Lorena Gonzalez, MD
Natalie Johnson, MD
Annie Tang, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and genetic counselors. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
1.0 X-ray credit
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cynthia Cun. Phone Number: Ext. 82910. Email: breasttumorboard@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro Endocrine Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Hilary Hengst at Ext. 80282. Objectives: Discuss treatment planning for neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). , Identify cutting edge therapies (interventional radiology techniques, new surgical approaches and new systemic therapies) for patients with NET. , Assess the best sequencing opportunities. , Discuss NET clinical trials , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD, MS
Daneng Li, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians and Scientists of City of Hope (including fellows). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Hilary Hengst. Phone Number: Ext. 80282. Email: hhengst@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Hilary Hengst at Ext. 80282 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Multiple Myeloma Patient Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Examine optimal management of complex multiple myeloma patients at COH Duarte and in the community. , Apply appropriate in-patient management of multiple myeloma patients to decrease length of stay. , Improve care coordination of patients undergoing ASCT for multiple myeloma. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Michael Rosenzweig, MD
Myo Htut, MD
Nitya Nathwani, MD
Mural Janakiram, MD. Who Should Attend: Myeloma doctors, fellows, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hem/HCT New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials and hematopoietic cell transplantation. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with hematologic malignancies. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Leonardo Farol, MD
Ji-Lian Cai, MD
Joshua Mansour, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows, Nurse Coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christine Dirito. Phone Number: Ext. 85298. Email: cdirito@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ High Risk HCT Case Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Discuss cases which are considered for HCT and have high risk features. , Identify modifiable risk factors and provide plans for optimization before and after HCT. , Examine the outcomes of these high risk cases on an ongoing basis during their transplant and as an aggregate summary for quality improvement. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD
Andrew Artz, MD
Len Farol, MD;
Amandeep Salhotra, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442. Objectives: Build standard approaches for treatment of pediatric BMT patients. , Keep and maintain patient care across multiple team members. , Integrate medical and ancillary services (nursing, supportive care, nutrition and rehab) into a comprehensive care team. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anna Pawlowska, MD
Nicole Karras, MD. Who Should Attend: Pediatric and BMT faculty, pediatric and BMT trainees, members of Pediatric Ancillary services, members of pathology, radiation oncology and imaging sciences. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Jennifer James. Phone Number: Ext. 88442. Email: jjames@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Program
R.S.V.P.: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Objectives: Present new and review complex/rare cases in a multidisciplinary conference. , Review pertinent history, radiology, pathology pertinent to each case. , Discuss treatment options by each discipline. , Formulate recommendations from Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Team for each patient based on experience and literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
William Tseng, MD
Janet Yoon, MD. Who Should Attend: Oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general oncology surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, social workers, psychosocial, and rehabilitation. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Phone Number: Ext. 81414. Email: lbarriga@coh.org.
Thursday, April 3, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414 or for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Thursday, April 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ City of Hope South Pasadena Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184. Objectives: Discuss treatment challenges. , Identify higher risk patients that need quick/timely consult. , Assess patient outcome from previous recommendation. , Identify patients that may benefit from trial enrollment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
James Shen, MD
Daniel Jae Kim, MD
Aaron Lewis, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, physician assistants and research staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christi Zendejas. Phone Number: Ext. 86184. Email: czendejas@coh.org.
Thursday, April 3, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Infectious Diseases ~ Challenging Infectious Diseases Case Rounds
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Luisa Rojas-Yslava Ext 88202. Objectives: Identify best clinical practices and current literature in the field of infectious diseases. , Discuss the optimal work-up and treatment of challenging infectious disease conditions seen at our medical center. , Apply current clinical guidelines and up-to-date information into practice. , Examine ways to improve care provided to patients with infectious diseases. , utline health disparities (race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic or other characteristics) that… Presenters: Moderators:
Avneet Kaur, MD
Caroline Ho, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Infectious Diseases physicians, advanced practice providers, fellows, pharmacists, and any other interested healthcare personnel. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Luisa Rojas-Yslava. Phone Number: Ext 88202. Email: lyslava@coh.org.
Thursday, April 3, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Luisa Rojas-Yslava Ext 88202 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care ~ Chest Conference
R.S.V.P.: Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771. Objectives: Identify the most expeditious, safest, highest yielding approaches to diagnosis and staging for chest neoplasms in specific clinical scenarios. , Discuss pros and cons of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. , Determine compliance with NCCN treatment guidelines, and when deviation from those guidelines may be appropriate. , Obtain assistance in clinical staging by real time review of imaging studies with the radiologist. , Review pathology slides with pathologist in cases where diagnosis is… Presenters: Moderators:
Farhad Mazdisnian MD
Argelia Jossie Sandoval, MD
Aria Hong, MD
Hugh Davis, MD
Waasil Kareem, MD
Afshin Sam, MD
Sanford Church, MD
Steve Tseng, DO. Who Should Attend: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Thoractic Surgery, and Departments of Medical Oncology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Pathology. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Vanessa Preciado. Phone Number: Ext. 82771. Email: vpreciado@coh.org.
Thursday, April 3, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
Please contact Ms Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro-Oncology Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285. Objectives: Discuss the optimal management of patients with newly-diagnosed and recurrent brain tumors. , Interpret new clinical data on experimental therapeutic modalities currently under evaluation for the treatment of brain tumors to identify opportunities to optimize treatment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Jana Portnow, MD
Behnam Badie, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians, nurses and support staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Vanae Sainz. Phone Number: Ext. 87285. Email: vsainz@coh.org.
Friday, April 4, 2025, 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM.
Please contact Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Cherng Family Center for Integrative Oncology Grand Rounds ~ Integrative Medicine for Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)
R.S.V.P.: Zoom Webinar | Link provided in email Announcement (e-blast).
For questions, please contact the Department of Continuing Medical Education at cme@coh.org. Objectives: Evaluate and integrate evidence-based complementary therapies into cancer care to improve patient outcomes. , Examine skills to effectively counsel patients on the safe use of integrative therapies, addressing common concerns, and respecting individual preferences and cultural considerations. , Integrate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to ensure seamless coordination of integrative oncology approaches within the broader care team. , Outline tools and strategies to overcome common… Presenters: Moderator:
Krisstina Gowin, DO
Presenter:
Ting Bao, MD, MS
Co-Director, Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Who Should Attend: City of Hope multidisciplinary teams. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: CME Department. Phone Number: Ext 85622. Email: cme@coh.org.
Friday, April 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual Meeting.
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hematology/HCT Case Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474. Objectives: Identify most current research findings which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidenced base care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Eileen P. Smith, MD
Guido Marcucci, MD
Alex Herrera, MD
Michael Rosenzweig, MD. Who Should Attend: HEM/HCT Physicians,HEM/ HCT APP(NP/PA) staff, BMT Pharmacist, BMT Nursing and QRRM staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Kim Laramie. Phone Number: Ext. 83474. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Friday, April 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Rebecca Juarez at Ex. 80508 for online meeting details. Objectives: Discuss current literature as it applies to specific cases. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD
Matthew Mei, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff, fellows and allied healthcare professionals. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Friday, April 4, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Pre-Operative Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the data in support of individual case surgical decision-making. , Identify and apply an evidence-based approach to general surgical oncology care. , Identify and localize on radiologic imaging cancer and anatomic abnormalities. , Describe characteristics of cancer in relation to normal anatomy on radiological imaging. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Lily Lai, MD
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Monday, April 7, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Objectives: Discuss how to assess Leukemia patients. Discuss new novel treatments. Demonstrate and integrate new precision based medicine for leukemia patients. Outline new combination therapies.
Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anthony Stein, MD
Pamela Becker, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Hematology/HCT Leukemia physicians, fellows and pharmacists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Monday, April 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Colorectal Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with colorectal cancer. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD,
Lily Lai, MD,
Marwan Fakih, MD. Who Should Attend: Attending physicians and fellows in medical oncology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, pathology and allied health care professionals from social services, case management, nursing, dietary and physical therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tammy Petteys. Phone Number: Ext. 89022. Email: GITumorBoards@coh.org.
Monday, April 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Colorectal Case Discussion
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125. Objectives: Demonstrate understanding of the complexities of colorectal diseases. , Anticipate/avoid problems in managing them. , Integrate various treatment options. , Optimize management for disease or treatment complications. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Andreas Kaiser, MD
Kurt Melstrom, MD
Lily Lai, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of the colorectal surgery team, community surgical oncologists, rotation fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Raquel Banuelos. Phone Number: Ext. 89125. Email: rabanuelos@coh.org.
Monday, April 7, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Head and Neck Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of various head and neck cancer. , Outline prognostic factors for various head and neck cancers. , Apply treatment options and manage complications thereof. , Assess treatment quality and outcomes, improve performance. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Ellie Maghami, MD
Sagus Sampath, MD
Krupal Patel, MD. Who Should Attend: Otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, practitioners in head and neck oncology (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology), related specialties (pathologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, dentists, nurses, Clinical Social Work, psychiatry, rehabilitative specialists), fellows, residents, students and scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, April 7, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Urology ~ Reconstructive Urology Preoperative Indications Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062. Objectives: Identify areas for improvement in current clinical and surgical practice. , Evaluate the interpretation of preoperative and postoperative radiologic studies with regards to: appropriateness of diagnosis , surgical planning , use in postoperative management , , Integrate new guidelines and new surgical interventions into current surgical practice. , Assess and discuss general complications in a peer-review setting. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care… Presenters: Moderators: Seth A. Cohen, MD
Humbert G. Villarreal, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Urology faculty, rotating fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cherry Pattamakom. Phone Number: 949-671-4062. Email: cpattamakom@coh.org.
Monday, April 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Oncology Didactic Conference
R.S.V.P.: Christina Perez Ext 80521. Objectives: Integrate the principles of evidence-based medicine into practice. , Demonstrate clinical assessment of the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Jamie Rand, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast oncology fellow, surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ DSO Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Outline data behind our surgical practice with respect to solid tumors. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Kurt A. Melstrom, MD, FACS
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Immunotherapy Modality Team Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate effective presentation skills in reviewing protocol. , Outline the process of conducting a cellular therapy trial at City of Hope. , Integrate the suggestions and advices from the meeting to project revision. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Stephen Forman, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians, clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, clinical trials staff related to independent ethics committee (IEC). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Disease Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Identify most current research findings, which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs of lymphoma patients. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs of lymphoma patients. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidence-based care of lymphoma patients. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT physicians, radiation oncology physicians, HEM/HCT advanced practice providers (NP/PA) staff, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) fellows, advanced lymphoma fellows, Hematology/Oncology fellows, Clinical research coordinators, and clinical research nurses. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Pediatric Disease Team
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Tracey Nguyen Ext. 82834. Objectives: Outline pending and active protocols to ensure that all eligible patients are offered the option of the treatment on the clinical trials. , Identify areas of research with potential impact in the field of study. , Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the current research portfolio including prioritization of the protocols. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or… Presenters: Moderators:
Janet Yoon, MD
Anna Pawlowska, MD. Who Should Attend: Physicians, Nurses and Research Staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tracey Nguyen. Phone Number: Ext. 82834. Email: traceynguyen@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Tracey Nguyen Ext. 82834 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Radiation Oncology ~ Radiation Oncology Case-Based Web Rounds
R.S.V.P.: Please Dr. Scott Glaser at sglaser@coh.org. Objectives: Integrate consensus treatment recommendations and published guidelines into daily practice. , Demonstrate a commitment to the advancement of the scientific pursuit by enrolling appropriate patients on clinical trials. , Identify the pros and cons of various treatment approaches for patients for whom various treatment options exist. , Discuss the literature supporting treatment recommendations. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender… Presenters: Moderators:
Scott Glaser, MD
Arya Amini, MD. Who Should Attend: Radiation Oncologists, Radiologists, Medical Oncologists and other allied healthcare professionals who treat patients with cancer. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Dr. Scott Glaser. Email: sglaser@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Dr. Scott Glaser at sglaser@coh.org for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Clinical Cellular Immunotherapy Committee (CCIC) Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate competency in patient selection, product selection and toxicity management when providing cellular therapy to potential patients. , Outline the process of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize a patient jouney. , Discuss patient cases with various supporting groups. , Integrate SOP-based knowledge into daily patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes,… Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Ahmed Aribi, MD
Myo Htut, MD. Who Should Attend: Immunotherapy physicians from Duarte and COH national sites, pharmacists, internal clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, and clinical trials staff related to cellular therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department Medical Oncology ~ Multidisciplinary GU Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Mary Houlemarde at ext. 86218. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of the various types of genitourinary malignancies. , Outline the various prognostic factors specific to the individual types of genitourinary malignancies. , Apply treatment options outlined during discussion and manage treatment related sequelae. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Alexander Chehrazi-Raffle, MD
Tanya Dorff, MD
Sumanta K. Pal, MD. Who Should Attend: Physicians, nurses, fellows and all other staff that specialize in the treatment of genitourinary (GU) cancers. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Mary Houlemarde. Phone Number: Ext. 86218. Email: mhoulemarde@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Mary Houlemarde at ext. 86218 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405. Objectives: Identify contemporary diagnosis and treatment strategies in clinical management of the various and distinct gynecologic cancers. , Discuss risk factors that guide the formulation of a management plan for patients with gynecologic cancers. , Apply the principles of a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with gynecologic cancers. , Identify or recognize pathologic abnormalities by imaging modalities (e.g. X-ray, CT scan, PET/CT, MRI) and understand how imaging will guide… Presenters: Moderators:
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Stephen Lee, MD
Ajaz M. Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Staff physicians, fellows, nurses and physician assistants. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Catherine Arevalo. Phone Number: Ext. 88405. Email: carevalo@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms. Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program Educational Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenezat Ext. 83496. Objectives: Outline data in clinical management patients with gynecological cancers. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics. Presenters: Moderators:
Mihae Song, MD
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Lorna Rodriguez Rust, MD, PhD
Joshua Cohen, MD. Who Should Attend: Gynecologic fellows and faculty, medical/radiation oncologists and surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez. Phone Number: Ext. 83496. Email: jesosa@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Genomic Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484. Objectives: Discuss molecular pathways of solid tumors (glioma, melanoma, colon, lung, thyroid, etc.) and hematologic malignancy. , Integrate molecular findings with morphology and clinical information. , Demonstrate diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic property of each alteration in the gene detected. , Consensus conference of the calling alterations with respect to a disease and the ethnicity of the patient. , Identify available clinical trials for the specific alterations. , Discuss possible barriers and… Presenters: Moderators;
Michelle Afkhami, MD
Milhan Telatar, PhD. Who Should Attend: Pathologists, solid tumor oncologists, hematology oncologists, hematopathology, hematology, and endocrinology fellows, surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, head and neck surgery and Beckman research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lourdes Rodriguez. Phone Number: Ext. 89484. Email: lorodriguez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910. Objectives: Improve ability to identify complex patient situations. , Integrate multidisciplinary input into each physician's patient care. , Examine radiologic findings associated with complex presentations. This includes but is not limited to assessment of chest wall invasion, determination of metastatic sites, and correlation of radiologic to pathologic findings. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Jamie Rand, MD
Lesley Taylor, MD
Lisa Yee, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Nikita Shah, MD
Lorena Gonzalez, MD
Natalie Johnson, MD
Annie Tang, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and genetic counselors. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
1.0 X-ray credit
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cynthia Cun. Phone Number: Ext. 82910. Email: breasttumorboard@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Multiple Myeloma Patient Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Examine optimal management of complex multiple myeloma patients at COH Duarte and in the community. , Apply appropriate in-patient management of multiple myeloma patients to decrease length of stay. , Improve care coordination of patients undergoing ASCT for multiple myeloma. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Michael Rosenzweig, MD
Myo Htut, MD
Nitya Nathwani, MD
Mural Janakiram, MD. Who Should Attend: Myeloma doctors, fellows, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) Case Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Mariel Serrano Ext. 82329. Objectives: Assess the Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) disease severity. , Outline treatment options for patients with Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) disease. , Enroll patients in clinical trials for (MPN). , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Haris Ali, MD
Salman Otoukesh, MD
Idoroenyi Amanam, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology physicians - Leukemia Division, Fellows and Kaiser physicians. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hem/HCT New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials and hematopoietic cell transplantation. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with hematologic malignancies. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Leonardo Farol, MD
Ji-Lian Cai, MD
Joshua Mansour, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows, Nurse Coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christine Dirito. Phone Number: Ext. 85298. Email: cdirito@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ High Risk HCT Case Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Discuss cases which are considered for HCT and have high risk features. , Identify modifiable risk factors and provide plans for optimization before and after HCT. , Examine the outcomes of these high risk cases on an ongoing basis during their transplant and as an aggregate summary for quality improvement. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD
Andrew Artz, MD
Len Farol, MD;
Amandeep Salhotra, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442. Objectives: Build standard approaches for treatment of pediatric BMT patients. , Keep and maintain patient care across multiple team members. , Integrate medical and ancillary services (nursing, supportive care, nutrition and rehab) into a comprehensive care team. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anna Pawlowska, MD
Nicole Karras, MD. Who Should Attend: Pediatric and BMT faculty, pediatric and BMT trainees, members of Pediatric Ancillary services, members of pathology, radiation oncology and imaging sciences. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Jennifer James. Phone Number: Ext. 88442. Email: jjames@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism ~ Endocrine Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon at ext. 85444 or ext. 80202. Objectives: Discuss an integrated, coordinated, and comprehensive care for patients with endocrine tumors , Monitor and continually improve the quality of care for patients with endocrine tumors , Identify how and when to utilize different disciplines in the treatment of care for patients with endocrine tumors , Establish personalized patient management strategies for patients with endocrine tumors , Apply evidence-based methodology for treatment and follow-up of recently diagnosed cancer , Discuss appropriate… Presenters: Moderator:
Sasan Fazeli, MD
Raynald Samoa, MD
Pooja Manroa, MD
Behrouz Salehian, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians and nurses only. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon. Phone Number: ext. 85444 or ext. 80202. Email: mgarcia@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon at ext. 85444 or ext. 80202 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Program
R.S.V.P.: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Objectives: Present new and review complex/rare cases in a multidisciplinary conference. , Review pertinent history, radiology, pathology pertinent to each case. , Discuss treatment options by each discipline. , Formulate recommendations from Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Team for each patient based on experience and literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
William Tseng, MD
Janet Yoon, MD. Who Should Attend: Oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general oncology surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, social workers, psychosocial, and rehabilitation. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Phone Number: Ext. 81414. Email: lbarriga@coh.org.
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414 or for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Hematopathology Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Ofelia Kiedpool Ext. 83497. Objectives: Maintain the most updated practice in hematology. , Develop critical thinking skills in analyzing the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Young Kim, MD
Karl Gaal, MD
Joo Song, MD
Raju Pillai, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematopathologists, hematologists, geneticists, hematopathology fellows and research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ofelia Kiedpool. Phone Number: Ext. 83497. Email: okiedpool@coh.org.
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ofelia Kiedpool Ext. 83497 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ City of Hope South Pasadena Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184. Objectives: Discuss treatment challenges. , Identify higher risk patients that need quick/timely consult. , Assess patient outcome from previous recommendation. , Identify patients that may benefit from trial enrollment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
James Shen, MD
Daniel Jae Kim, MD
Aaron Lewis, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, physician assistants and research staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christi Zendejas. Phone Number: Ext. 86184. Email: czendejas@coh.org.
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care ~ Chest Conference
R.S.V.P.: Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771. Objectives: Identify the most expeditious, safest, highest yielding approaches to diagnosis and staging for chest neoplasms in specific clinical scenarios. , Discuss pros and cons of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. , Determine compliance with NCCN treatment guidelines, and when deviation from those guidelines may be appropriate. , Obtain assistance in clinical staging by real time review of imaging studies with the radiologist. , Review pathology slides with pathologist in cases where diagnosis is… Presenters: Moderators:
Farhad Mazdisnian MD
Argelia Jossie Sandoval, MD
Aria Hong, MD
Hugh Davis, MD
Waasil Kareem, MD
Afshin Sam, MD
Sanford Church, MD
Steve Tseng, DO. Who Should Attend: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Thoractic Surgery, and Departments of Medical Oncology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Pathology. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Vanessa Preciado. Phone Number: Ext. 82771. Email: vpreciado@coh.org.
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
Please contact Ms Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro-Oncology Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285. Objectives: Discuss the optimal management of patients with newly-diagnosed and recurrent brain tumors. , Interpret new clinical data on experimental therapeutic modalities currently under evaluation for the treatment of brain tumors to identify opportunities to optimize treatment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Jana Portnow, MD
Behnam Badie, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians, nurses and support staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Vanae Sainz. Phone Number: Ext. 87285. Email: vsainz@coh.org.
Friday, April 11, 2025, 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM.
Please contact Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hematology/HCT Case Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474. Objectives: Identify most current research findings which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidenced base care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Eileen P. Smith, MD
Guido Marcucci, MD
Alex Herrera, MD
Michael Rosenzweig, MD. Who Should Attend: HEM/HCT Physicians,HEM/ HCT APP(NP/PA) staff, BMT Pharmacist, BMT Nursing and QRRM staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Kim Laramie. Phone Number: Ext. 83474. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Friday, April 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Treatment Planning/Research Meeting
R.S.V.P.: Sharla Moore Ext. 87095 or Marisela Garcia Ext. 74315. Objectives: Discuss recommendations from various specialties with the patient during a clinical encounter. , Integrate care for the patient from various subspecialties. , Provide recommendations in line with the most current guidelines. , Identify on radiologic imaging benign and malignant abnormalities. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, M
Jamie Rand, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants and all other staff that specialize in the treatment of breast cancers. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Sharla Moore or Marisela Garcia. Phone Number: Ext. 87095 or Ext. 74315. Email: smoore@coh.org.
Friday, April 11, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Sharla Moore Ext. 87095 or Marisela Garcia Ext. 74315 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Hematologic Malignancy Slide Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Brittaney Madeira at Ext. 85295. Objectives: Discuss relevant pathologic findings on current patients. , Examine and discuss diagnostic and prognostic features of pathologic material. , Understand the contribution of pathology to patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Amandeep Salhotra, MD
Karamjeet Singh Sandhu, MD
Michelle Afkhami, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematologists and hematopathologists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Brittaney Madeira. Phone Number: Ext. 85295. Email: bmadeira@coh.org.
Friday, April 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Mariel Serrano at Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Pre-Operative Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the data in support of individual case surgical decision-making. , Identify and apply an evidence-based approach to general surgical oncology care. , Identify and localize on radiologic imaging cancer and anatomic abnormalities. , Describe characteristics of cancer in relation to normal anatomy on radiological imaging. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Lily Lai, MD
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Melanoma Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Demonstrate enhanced knowledge of biology and principles of medical therapy. , Identify various subsets of melanoma and their important differences in biology and therapy. , Recognize the role of all disciplines involved in the care of melanoma patients. , Increase exposure to and understanding of clinical settings and multidisciplinary management of non-melanoma skin cancers. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender… Presenters: Badri Modi, MD
Hans F. Schoellhammer, MD
Matthew Hedberg, MD. Who Should Attend: Melanoma/skin cancers faculty and staff: RNs, APPs, physicians, research coordinators, basic scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ HEM/HCT GVHD Committee Meetings
R.S.V.P.: Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Accurately assess Graft versus Host Disease (GVHD) severity. , Outline treatment options for patient chronic Graft versus Host Disease (cGVHD). , Enroll patients in clinical trials for cGVHD. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Amandeep Salhotra, M.D.
Ryotaro Nakamura, M.D.
Badri Modi, M.D. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Objectives: Discuss how to assess Leukemia patients. Discuss new novel treatments. Demonstrate and integrate new precision based medicine for leukemia patients. Outline new combination therapies.
Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anthony Stein, MD
Pamela Becker, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Hematology/HCT Leukemia physicians, fellows and pharmacists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Colorectal Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with colorectal cancer. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD,
Lily Lai, MD,
Marwan Fakih, MD. Who Should Attend: Attending physicians and fellows in medical oncology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, pathology and allied health care professionals from social services, case management, nursing, dietary and physical therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tammy Petteys. Phone Number: Ext. 89022. Email: GITumorBoards@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Colorectal Case Discussion
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125. Objectives: Demonstrate understanding of the complexities of colorectal diseases. , Anticipate/avoid problems in managing them. , Integrate various treatment options. , Optimize management for disease or treatment complications. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Andreas Kaiser, MD
Kurt Melstrom, MD
Lily Lai, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of the colorectal surgery team, community surgical oncologists, rotation fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Raquel Banuelos. Phone Number: Ext. 89125. Email: rabanuelos@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Head and Neck Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of various head and neck cancer. , Outline prognostic factors for various head and neck cancers. , Apply treatment options and manage complications thereof. , Assess treatment quality and outcomes, improve performance. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Ellie Maghami, MD
Sagus Sampath, MD
Krupal Patel, MD. Who Should Attend: Otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, practitioners in head and neck oncology (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology), related specialties (pathologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, dentists, nurses, Clinical Social Work, psychiatry, rehabilitative specialists), fellows, residents, students and scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Urology ~ Cancer Survivorship and Reconstructive Urology Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062. Objectives: Outline disease processes and management for conditions treated by reconstructive urologists. , Integrate evidence based medicine into our clinical practice. , Examine controversial topics in reconstructive urology and better understand the arguments for each. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators: Seth A. Cohen, MD
Kevin Chan, MD
Humberto G. Villarreal, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of reconstructive urology fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cherry Pattamakom. Phone Number: 949-671-4062. Email: cpattamakom@coh.org.
Monday, April 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Oncology Didactic Conference
R.S.V.P.: Christina Perez Ext 80521. Objectives: Integrate the principles of evidence-based medicine into practice. , Demonstrate clinical assessment of the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Jamie Rand, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast oncology fellow, surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ DSO Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Outline data behind our surgical practice with respect to solid tumors. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Kurt A. Melstrom, MD, FACS
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Immunotherapy Modality Team Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate effective presentation skills in reviewing protocol. , Outline the process of conducting a cellular therapy trial at City of Hope. , Integrate the suggestions and advices from the meeting to project revision. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Stephen Forman, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians, clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, clinical trials staff related to independent ethics committee (IEC). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Disease Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Identify most current research findings, which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs of lymphoma patients. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs of lymphoma patients. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidence-based care of lymphoma patients. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT physicians, radiation oncology physicians, HEM/HCT advanced practice providers (NP/PA) staff, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) fellows, advanced lymphoma fellows, Hematology/Oncology fellows, Clinical research coordinators, and clinical research nurses. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Schwartz Rounds ~ Work Life Balance While Caring for Complex Patients
R.S.V.P.: Zoom Webinar | Link provided in email Announcement (e-blast).
For questions, please contact the Department of Continuing Medical Education at cme@coh.org. Objectives: Describe how the multi-disciplinary approach is crucial to the management of the expectations of other staff members and the impact of certain care situations. , Express experiences and emotions that staff experience when dealing with challenging and emotional situations and offer and receive support. , Develop a deeper understanding of the psychosocial issues impacting patient care and how it impacts one's role as a caregiver. , Develop a deeper understanding of the psychosocial issues impacting patient… Presenters: Facilitator:
Christian Eggerling, CEC, ACE, CDM, CFPP
Moderator:
Noah Pujanes-Mantor, RN
Panelists:
Sorin Buga, MD
Jeanelle Folbrecht, PhD
Marjorie Hein, DNP- FNPc
Rev. Jonathan Timothy Stoner, MDiv, BCC. Who Should Attend: All City of Hope employees. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: CME Department. Phone Number: x85622. Email: cme@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual Meeting.
2014 Medical Oncology NP Education & Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Denise Johnson at Ext. 63884. Objectives: Discuss the presented journal/educational topic and its clinical application to patients , Identify relevant research findings in the journal articles that are presented , Assess relevance and application of journal article discussed to current practice. Who Should Attend: Medical Oncology Nurse Practitioners and all other healthcare professionals interested in the subject matter. CME Credits: 0.5 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™. Contact: Denise Johnson. Phone Number: Ext. 63884. Email: denjohnson@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
Machris 2137 (OR 5).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Clinical Cellular Immunotherapy Committee (CCIC) Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate competency in patient selection, product selection and toxicity management when providing cellular therapy to potential patients. , Outline the process of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize a patient jouney. , Discuss patient cases with various supporting groups. , Integrate SOP-based knowledge into daily patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes,… Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Ahmed Aribi, MD
Myo Htut, MD. Who Should Attend: Immunotherapy physicians from Duarte and COH national sites, pharmacists, internal clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, and clinical trials staff related to cellular therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Gastroenterology ~ Gastroenterology Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lea Bancroft Ext. 85938. Objectives: Integrate new medical knowledge or guidelines into clinical practice. , Demonstrate critical appraisal skills. , Discuss and identify gaps in clinical care that can be improved. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: James L. Lin, MD
Trilokesh Kidambi, MD
Gregory Idos, MD, MS
Dupinder Singh, MD. Who Should Attend: Gastroenterologists, physicians involved in gastrointestinal (GI) oncology, advanced practice providers and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lea Bancroft. Phone Number: Lea Bancroft Ext. 85938. Email: lbancroft@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Lea Bancroft Ext. 85938 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Cutaneous Lymphoma Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Caroline Bresee at Ext. 84565. Objectives: Discuss difficult and challenging cases in a multidisciplinary format (dermatology/dermato-oncology/pathology) with clinicopathologic correlation. , Identify and implement new therapies as appropriate. , Assess new therapies and clinical trials for patient care. , Identify performance gaps (learn how and where to make procedures or tests happening). , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Christiane Querfeld, MD, PhD
Niloufer Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Dermatologists, dermatopathologists, pathologists, oncologists, nurses, rotating fellows and residents (trainees). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Caroline Bresee. Phone Number: Ext. 84565. Email: cbresee@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Caroline Bresee at Ext. 84565 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405. Objectives: Identify contemporary diagnosis and treatment strategies in clinical management of the various and distinct gynecologic cancers. , Discuss risk factors that guide the formulation of a management plan for patients with gynecologic cancers. , Apply the principles of a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with gynecologic cancers. , Identify or recognize pathologic abnormalities by imaging modalities (e.g. X-ray, CT scan, PET/CT, MRI) and understand how imaging will guide… Presenters: Moderators:
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Stephen Lee, MD
Ajaz M. Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Staff physicians, fellows, nurses and physician assistants. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Catherine Arevalo. Phone Number: Ext. 88405. Email: carevalo@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms. Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program Educational Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenezat Ext. 83496. Objectives: Outline data in clinical management patients with gynecological cancers. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics. Presenters: Moderators:
Mihae Song, MD
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Lorna Rodriguez Rust, MD, PhD
Joshua Cohen, MD. Who Should Attend: Gynecologic fellows and faculty, medical/radiation oncologists and surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez. Phone Number: Ext. 83496. Email: jesosa@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Genomic Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484. Objectives: Discuss molecular pathways of solid tumors (glioma, melanoma, colon, lung, thyroid, etc.) and hematologic malignancy. , Integrate molecular findings with morphology and clinical information. , Demonstrate diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic property of each alteration in the gene detected. , Consensus conference of the calling alterations with respect to a disease and the ethnicity of the patient. , Identify available clinical trials for the specific alterations. , Discuss possible barriers and… Presenters: Moderators;
Michelle Afkhami, MD
Milhan Telatar, PhD. Who Should Attend: Pathologists, solid tumor oncologists, hematology oncologists, hematopathology, hematology, and endocrinology fellows, surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, head and neck surgery and Beckman research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lourdes Rodriguez. Phone Number: Ext. 89484. Email: lorodriguez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910. Objectives: Improve ability to identify complex patient situations. , Integrate multidisciplinary input into each physician's patient care. , Examine radiologic findings associated with complex presentations. This includes but is not limited to assessment of chest wall invasion, determination of metastatic sites, and correlation of radiologic to pathologic findings. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Jamie Rand, MD
Lesley Taylor, MD
Lisa Yee, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Nikita Shah, MD
Lorena Gonzalez, MD
Natalie Johnson, MD
Annie Tang, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and genetic counselors. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
1.0 X-ray credit
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cynthia Cun. Phone Number: Ext. 82910. Email: breasttumorboard@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro Endocrine Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Hilary Hengst at Ext. 80282. Objectives: Discuss treatment planning for neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). , Identify cutting edge therapies (interventional radiology techniques, new surgical approaches and new systemic therapies) for patients with NET. , Assess the best sequencing opportunities. , Discuss NET clinical trials , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD, MS
Daneng Li, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians and Scientists of City of Hope (including fellows). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Hilary Hengst. Phone Number: Ext. 80282. Email: hhengst@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Hilary Hengst at Ext. 80282 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Multiple Myeloma Patient Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Examine optimal management of complex multiple myeloma patients at COH Duarte and in the community. , Apply appropriate in-patient management of multiple myeloma patients to decrease length of stay. , Improve care coordination of patients undergoing ASCT for multiple myeloma. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Michael Rosenzweig, MD
Myo Htut, MD
Nitya Nathwani, MD
Mural Janakiram, MD. Who Should Attend: Myeloma doctors, fellows, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hem/HCT New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials and hematopoietic cell transplantation. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with hematologic malignancies. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Leonardo Farol, MD
Ji-Lian Cai, MD
Joshua Mansour, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows, Nurse Coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christine Dirito. Phone Number: Ext. 85298. Email: cdirito@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ High Risk HCT Case Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Discuss cases which are considered for HCT and have high risk features. , Identify modifiable risk factors and provide plans for optimization before and after HCT. , Examine the outcomes of these high risk cases on an ongoing basis during their transplant and as an aggregate summary for quality improvement. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD
Andrew Artz, MD
Len Farol, MD;
Amandeep Salhotra, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442. Objectives: Build standard approaches for treatment of pediatric BMT patients. , Keep and maintain patient care across multiple team members. , Integrate medical and ancillary services (nursing, supportive care, nutrition and rehab) into a comprehensive care team. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anna Pawlowska, MD
Nicole Karras, MD. Who Should Attend: Pediatric and BMT faculty, pediatric and BMT trainees, members of Pediatric Ancillary services, members of pathology, radiation oncology and imaging sciences. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Jennifer James. Phone Number: Ext. 88442. Email: jjames@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Division Monthly Faculty Meeting
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Carole Guillen at Ext 85385. Objectives: Outline and implement City of Hope practice guidelines. , Demonstrate institution incentive program (IIP) requirements and discuss metrics and implementation. , Identify and assess current practices (transplant, etc.). , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderator:
Guido Marcucci, MD
Anthony Stein, MD
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology Department/Leukemia Division Faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Carole Guillen. Phone Number: at Ext 85385. Email: cguillen@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carole Guillen at Ext 85385 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Program
R.S.V.P.: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Objectives: Present new and review complex/rare cases in a multidisciplinary conference. , Review pertinent history, radiology, pathology pertinent to each case. , Discuss treatment options by each discipline. , Formulate recommendations from Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Team for each patient based on experience and literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
William Tseng, MD
Janet Yoon, MD. Who Should Attend: Oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general oncology surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, social workers, psychosocial, and rehabilitation. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Phone Number: Ext. 81414. Email: lbarriga@coh.org.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414 or for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ City of Hope South Pasadena Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184. Objectives: Discuss treatment challenges. , Identify higher risk patients that need quick/timely consult. , Assess patient outcome from previous recommendation. , Identify patients that may benefit from trial enrollment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
James Shen, MD
Daniel Jae Kim, MD
Aaron Lewis, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, physician assistants and research staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christi Zendejas. Phone Number: Ext. 86184. Email: czendejas@coh.org.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Infectious Diseases ~ Challenging Infectious Diseases Case Rounds
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Luisa Rojas-Yslava Ext 88202. Objectives: Identify best clinical practices and current literature in the field of infectious diseases. , Discuss the optimal work-up and treatment of challenging infectious disease conditions seen at our medical center. , Apply current clinical guidelines and up-to-date information into practice. , Examine ways to improve care provided to patients with infectious diseases. , utline health disparities (race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic or other characteristics) that… Presenters: Moderators:
Avneet Kaur, MD
Caroline Ho, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Infectious Diseases physicians, advanced practice providers, fellows, pharmacists, and any other interested healthcare personnel. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Luisa Rojas-Yslava. Phone Number: Ext 88202. Email: lyslava@coh.org.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Luisa Rojas-Yslava Ext 88202 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care ~ Chest Conference
R.S.V.P.: Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771. Objectives: Identify the most expeditious, safest, highest yielding approaches to diagnosis and staging for chest neoplasms in specific clinical scenarios. , Discuss pros and cons of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. , Determine compliance with NCCN treatment guidelines, and when deviation from those guidelines may be appropriate. , Obtain assistance in clinical staging by real time review of imaging studies with the radiologist. , Review pathology slides with pathologist in cases where diagnosis is… Presenters: Moderators:
Farhad Mazdisnian MD
Argelia Jossie Sandoval, MD
Aria Hong, MD
Hugh Davis, MD
Waasil Kareem, MD
Afshin Sam, MD
Sanford Church, MD
Steve Tseng, DO. Who Should Attend: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Thoractic Surgery, and Departments of Medical Oncology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Pathology. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Vanessa Preciado. Phone Number: Ext. 82771. Email: vpreciado@coh.org.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
Please contact Ms Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro-Oncology Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285. Objectives: Discuss the optimal management of patients with newly-diagnosed and recurrent brain tumors. , Interpret new clinical data on experimental therapeutic modalities currently under evaluation for the treatment of brain tumors to identify opportunities to optimize treatment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Jana Portnow, MD
Behnam Badie, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians, nurses and support staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Vanae Sainz. Phone Number: Ext. 87285. Email: vsainz@coh.org.
Friday, April 18, 2025, 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM.
Please contact Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hematology/HCT Case Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474. Objectives: Identify most current research findings which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidenced base care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Eileen P. Smith, MD
Guido Marcucci, MD
Alex Herrera, MD
Michael Rosenzweig, MD. Who Should Attend: HEM/HCT Physicians,HEM/ HCT APP(NP/PA) staff, BMT Pharmacist, BMT Nursing and QRRM staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Kim Laramie. Phone Number: Ext. 83474. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Friday, April 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Rebecca Juarez at Ex. 80508 for online meeting details. Objectives: Discuss current literature as it applies to specific cases. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD
Matthew Mei, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff, fellows and allied healthcare professionals. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Friday, April 18, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Quality, Risk, and Regulatory Management ~ Improving Goal Concordant Care: Hematology Morbidity & Mortality Case Series
R.S.V.P.: Claire Hy-Hincy Ext. 82026. Objectives: Integrate best practices pertaining to goals of care discussions and care delivery to patients. , Identify resources to support goal concordant care. , Discuss goals of care with their patients earlier on in their care and throughout. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
KC Curly
Claire Hy-Hincy, RN
Carolina Urganga, DNP, APRN
Andrew Saul Artz, MD, MS
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Michael Rosenzweig, MD, MS. Who Should Attend: Hematology physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and Fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Claire Hy-Hincy Ext. 82026. Phone Number: Ext. 82026. Email: chhincy@coh.org.
Friday, April 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Please contact Claire Hy-Hincy Ext. 82026 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Pre-Operative Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the data in support of individual case surgical decision-making. , Identify and apply an evidence-based approach to general surgical oncology care. , Identify and localize on radiologic imaging cancer and anatomic abnormalities. , Describe characteristics of cancer in relation to normal anatomy on radiological imaging. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Lily Lai, MD
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Objectives: Discuss how to assess Leukemia patients. Discuss new novel treatments. Demonstrate and integrate new precision based medicine for leukemia patients. Outline new combination therapies.
Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anthony Stein, MD
Pamela Becker, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Hematology/HCT Leukemia physicians, fellows and pharmacists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Colorectal Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with colorectal cancer. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD,
Lily Lai, MD,
Marwan Fakih, MD. Who Should Attend: Attending physicians and fellows in medical oncology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, pathology and allied health care professionals from social services, case management, nursing, dietary and physical therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tammy Petteys. Phone Number: Ext. 89022. Email: GITumorBoards@coh.org.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Colorectal Case Discussion
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125. Objectives: Demonstrate understanding of the complexities of colorectal diseases. , Anticipate/avoid problems in managing them. , Integrate various treatment options. , Optimize management for disease or treatment complications. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Andreas Kaiser, MD
Kurt Melstrom, MD
Lily Lai, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of the colorectal surgery team, community surgical oncologists, rotation fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Raquel Banuelos. Phone Number: Ext. 89125. Email: rabanuelos@coh.org.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Head and Neck Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of various head and neck cancer. , Outline prognostic factors for various head and neck cancers. , Apply treatment options and manage complications thereof. , Assess treatment quality and outcomes, improve performance. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Ellie Maghami, MD
Sagus Sampath, MD
Krupal Patel, MD. Who Should Attend: Otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, practitioners in head and neck oncology (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology), related specialties (pathologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, dentists, nurses, Clinical Social Work, psychiatry, rehabilitative specialists), fellows, residents, students and scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Urology ~ Cancer Survivorship and Reconstructive Urology Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062 for online meeting details (if any). Objectives: Discuss, in an open forum, articles related to reconstructive urology. , Integrate meaningful data into clinical practice. , Assess strength and weakness of clinical research. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators: Seth A. Cohen, MD
Kevin Chan, MD
Humberto G. Villarreal, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Reconstructive Urology team and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cherry Pattamakom. Phone Number: 949-671-4062. Email: cpattamakom@coh.org.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Oncology Didactic Conference
R.S.V.P.: Christina Perez Ext 80521. Objectives: Integrate the principles of evidence-based medicine into practice. , Demonstrate clinical assessment of the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Jamie Rand, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast oncology fellow, surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ DSO Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Outline data behind our surgical practice with respect to solid tumors. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Kurt A. Melstrom, MD, FACS
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Immunotherapy Modality Team Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate effective presentation skills in reviewing protocol. , Outline the process of conducting a cellular therapy trial at City of Hope. , Integrate the suggestions and advices from the meeting to project revision. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Stephen Forman, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians, clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, clinical trials staff related to independent ethics committee (IEC). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Disease Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Identify most current research findings, which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs of lymphoma patients. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs of lymphoma patients. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidence-based care of lymphoma patients. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT physicians, radiation oncology physicians, HEM/HCT advanced practice providers (NP/PA) staff, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) fellows, advanced lymphoma fellows, Hematology/Oncology fellows, Clinical research coordinators, and clinical research nurses. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Radiation Oncology ~ City of Hope Radiation Oncology Network Wide Monthly Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Daniel Moronez Lii III at Ext. 81588. Objectives: Discuss current literature for different disease sites. , Outline new data that has been published. , Identify a venue in which community and main center doctors can discuss together and collaborate. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Arya Amini, MD
Scott Glaser, MD
Leslie E. Botnick, MD. Who Should Attend: Radiation oncologists in the City of Hope network including Duarte and all community site practices. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Daniel Moronez Lii III. Phone Number: Daniel Moronez Lii III at Ext. 81588. Email: dmoroneziii@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Daniel Moronez Lii III at Ext. 81588 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Complex Case Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Tiffany Vindel Li at Ext. 82067. Objectives: Identify the best genetic tests to personalize treatments. , Assess which is the best and most cost-effective radiology tests that will provide the most accurate information. , Formulate personalized cancer treatment plans based on germline and somatic mutation testing results. , Increase collaboration between Duarte and community physicians. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderators Rajurkar Swapnil, MD , Neel Talwar, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of City of Hope Medical Oncologists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation: City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Tiffany Vindel Li. Phone Number: Ext. 82067. Email: tvindel@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Tiffany Vindel Li at Ext. 82067 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Clinical Cellular Immunotherapy Committee (CCIC) Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate competency in patient selection, product selection and toxicity management when providing cellular therapy to potential patients. , Outline the process of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize a patient jouney. , Discuss patient cases with various supporting groups. , Integrate SOP-based knowledge into daily patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes,… Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Ahmed Aribi, MD
Myo Htut, MD. Who Should Attend: Immunotherapy physicians from Duarte and COH national sites, pharmacists, internal clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, and clinical trials staff related to cellular therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department Medical Oncology ~ Multidisciplinary GU Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Mary Houlemarde at ext. 86218. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of the various types of genitourinary malignancies. , Outline the various prognostic factors specific to the individual types of genitourinary malignancies. , Apply treatment options outlined during discussion and manage treatment related sequelae. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Alexander Chehrazi-Raffle, MD
Tanya Dorff, MD
Sumanta K. Pal, MD. Who Should Attend: Physicians, nurses, fellows and all other staff that specialize in the treatment of genitourinary (GU) cancers. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Mary Houlemarde. Phone Number: Ext. 86218. Email: mhoulemarde@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Mary Houlemarde at ext. 86218 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405. Objectives: Identify contemporary diagnosis and treatment strategies in clinical management of the various and distinct gynecologic cancers. , Discuss risk factors that guide the formulation of a management plan for patients with gynecologic cancers. , Apply the principles of a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with gynecologic cancers. , Identify or recognize pathologic abnormalities by imaging modalities (e.g. X-ray, CT scan, PET/CT, MRI) and understand how imaging will guide… Presenters: Moderators:
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Stephen Lee, MD
Ajaz M. Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Staff physicians, fellows, nurses and physician assistants. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Catherine Arevalo. Phone Number: Ext. 88405. Email: carevalo@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms. Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program Educational Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenezat Ext. 83496. Objectives: Outline data in clinical management patients with gynecological cancers. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics. Presenters: Moderators:
Mihae Song, MD
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Lorna Rodriguez Rust, MD, PhD
Joshua Cohen, MD. Who Should Attend: Gynecologic fellows and faculty, medical/radiation oncologists and surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez. Phone Number: Ext. 83496. Email: jesosa@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Genomic Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484. Objectives: Discuss molecular pathways of solid tumors (glioma, melanoma, colon, lung, thyroid, etc.) and hematologic malignancy. , Integrate molecular findings with morphology and clinical information. , Demonstrate diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic property of each alteration in the gene detected. , Consensus conference of the calling alterations with respect to a disease and the ethnicity of the patient. , Identify available clinical trials for the specific alterations. , Discuss possible barriers and… Presenters: Moderators;
Michelle Afkhami, MD
Milhan Telatar, PhD. Who Should Attend: Pathologists, solid tumor oncologists, hematology oncologists, hematopathology, hematology, and endocrinology fellows, surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, head and neck surgery and Beckman research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lourdes Rodriguez. Phone Number: Ext. 89484. Email: lorodriguez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910. Objectives: Improve ability to identify complex patient situations. , Integrate multidisciplinary input into each physician's patient care. , Examine radiologic findings associated with complex presentations. This includes but is not limited to assessment of chest wall invasion, determination of metastatic sites, and correlation of radiologic to pathologic findings. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Jamie Rand, MD
Lesley Taylor, MD
Lisa Yee, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Nikita Shah, MD
Lorena Gonzalez, MD
Natalie Johnson, MD
Annie Tang, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and genetic counselors. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
1.0 X-ray credit
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cynthia Cun. Phone Number: Ext. 82910. Email: breasttumorboard@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Cynthia Cun at Ext. 82910 for online meeting details (if any).
Department Hematology/HCT ~ PA/NP Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Liz Cooke, RN, MN, ANP, AOCN. Objectives: Discuss the presented journal topic and its clinical application to hematology patients , Identify relevant research findings in journal article presented , Assess relevance and application of journal article discussed to current practice. Presenters: Liz Cooke, RN, MSN, ANP, AOCN. Who Should Attend: Nurse practitioners( NPs) and physicians asssitants (PAs) who specialize in hematology and transplantation. Cost: No Charge. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Liz Cooke, RN, MN, ANP, AOCN. Phone Number: ext. 63820. Email: lcooke@coh.org. Event is: For City of Hope Employees and Staff and Students only.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
MOB 3rd Floor Conference Room.
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Multiple Myeloma Patient Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Examine optimal management of complex multiple myeloma patients at COH Duarte and in the community. , Apply appropriate in-patient management of multiple myeloma patients to decrease length of stay. , Improve care coordination of patients undergoing ASCT for multiple myeloma. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Michael Rosenzweig, MD
Myo Htut, MD
Nitya Nathwani, MD
Mural Janakiram, MD. Who Should Attend: Myeloma doctors, fellows, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) Case Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Mariel Serrano Ext. 82329. Objectives: Assess the Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) disease severity. , Outline treatment options for patients with Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) disease. , Enroll patients in clinical trials for (MPN). , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Haris Ali, MD
Salman Otoukesh, MD
Idoroenyi Amanam, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology physicians - Leukemia Division, Fellows and Kaiser physicians. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hem/HCT New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials and hematopoietic cell transplantation. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with hematologic malignancies. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Leonardo Farol, MD
Ji-Lian Cai, MD
Joshua Mansour, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows, Nurse Coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christine Dirito. Phone Number: Ext. 85298. Email: cdirito@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ High Risk HCT Case Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Discuss cases which are considered for HCT and have high risk features. , Identify modifiable risk factors and provide plans for optimization before and after HCT. , Examine the outcomes of these high risk cases on an ongoing basis during their transplant and as an aggregate summary for quality improvement. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD
Andrew Artz, MD
Len Farol, MD;
Amandeep Salhotra, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442. Objectives: Build standard approaches for treatment of pediatric BMT patients. , Keep and maintain patient care across multiple team members. , Integrate medical and ancillary services (nursing, supportive care, nutrition and rehab) into a comprehensive care team. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anna Pawlowska, MD
Nicole Karras, MD. Who Should Attend: Pediatric and BMT faculty, pediatric and BMT trainees, members of Pediatric Ancillary services, members of pathology, radiation oncology and imaging sciences. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Jennifer James. Phone Number: Ext. 88442. Email: jjames@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Nursing/Advanced Practice Providers ~ Nursing APP Journal Club
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Pearl Hong at Ext 86622. Objectives: Promote evidenced-based practice and integrate the knowledge gained during these journal clubs to apply in clinical practice. , Develop critical appraisal skills on literature and research presented. , Internalize and apply up to date literature to patient care. , Engage in vigorous debate and identify methods, results and utility of the research presented. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic… Presenters: Moderator:
Pearl Hong, NP
Cecile Kokozian, NP. Who Should Attend: Advanced Practice Providers: nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified registered nurse anesthetists and clinical nurse specialists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Pearl Hong. Phone Number: at Ext 86622. Email: phong@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Pearl Hong at Ext 86622 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism ~ Endocrine Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon at ext. 85444 or ext. 80202. Objectives: Discuss an integrated, coordinated, and comprehensive care for patients with endocrine tumors , Monitor and continually improve the quality of care for patients with endocrine tumors , Identify how and when to utilize different disciplines in the treatment of care for patients with endocrine tumors , Establish personalized patient management strategies for patients with endocrine tumors , Apply evidence-based methodology for treatment and follow-up of recently diagnosed cancer , Discuss appropriate… Presenters: Moderator:
Sasan Fazeli, MD
Raynald Samoa, MD
Pooja Manroa, MD
Behrouz Salehian, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians and nurses only. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon. Phone Number: ext. 85444 or ext. 80202. Email: mgarcia@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Marilyn Garcia or Jennifer Carreon at ext. 85444 or ext. 80202 for online meeting details (if any).
Urology Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Debra Boyd Ext. 68109. Objectives: Identify mechanisms of surgical complications , Determine methods to decrease complication rates in surgical patients , Identify system-based problems relating to surgical complications , Outline the incidence and cause of the complicastions in the context of and as it related to the world's experience. ie. does our complication rate lie outside the norm. Who Should Attend: Surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Debra Boyd. Phone Number: Ext. 68109. Email: dboyd@coh.org.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Kaplan CRB.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Program
R.S.V.P.: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Objectives: Present new and review complex/rare cases in a multidisciplinary conference. , Review pertinent history, radiology, pathology pertinent to each case. , Discuss treatment options by each discipline. , Formulate recommendations from Musculoskeletal Sarcoma Team for each patient based on experience and literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
William Tseng, MD
Janet Yoon, MD. Who Should Attend: Oncologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general oncology surgeons, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, social workers, psychosocial, and rehabilitation. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414. Phone Number: Ext. 81414. Email: lbarriga@coh.org.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Lauren Barriga Ext. 81414 or for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ City of Hope South Pasadena Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184. Objectives: Discuss treatment challenges. , Identify higher risk patients that need quick/timely consult. , Assess patient outcome from previous recommendation. , Identify patients that may benefit from trial enrollment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
James Shen, MD
Daniel Jae Kim, MD
Aaron Lewis, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, physician assistants and research staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christi Zendejas. Phone Number: Ext. 86184. Email: czendejas@coh.org.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Please contact Ms Christi Zendejas at Ext. 86184 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pulmonary & Critical Care ~ Chest Conference
R.S.V.P.: Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771. Objectives: Identify the most expeditious, safest, highest yielding approaches to diagnosis and staging for chest neoplasms in specific clinical scenarios. , Discuss pros and cons of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. , Determine compliance with NCCN treatment guidelines, and when deviation from those guidelines may be appropriate. , Obtain assistance in clinical staging by real time review of imaging studies with the radiologist. , Review pathology slides with pathologist in cases where diagnosis is… Presenters: Moderators:
Farhad Mazdisnian MD
Argelia Jossie Sandoval, MD
Aria Hong, MD
Hugh Davis, MD
Waasil Kareem, MD
Afshin Sam, MD
Sanford Church, MD
Steve Tseng, DO. Who Should Attend: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Thoractic Surgery, and Departments of Medical Oncology, Radiology, Radiation Oncology and Pathology. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Vanessa Preciado. Phone Number: Ext. 82771. Email: vpreciado@coh.org.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM.
Please contact Ms Vanessa Preciado Ext. 82771 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Neuro-Oncology Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285. Objectives: Discuss the optimal management of patients with newly-diagnosed and recurrent brain tumors. , Interpret new clinical data on experimental therapeutic modalities currently under evaluation for the treatment of brain tumors to identify opportunities to optimize treatment. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Jana Portnow, MD
Behnam Badie, MD. Who Should Attend: Clinicians, nurses and support staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Vanae Sainz. Phone Number: Ext. 87285. Email: vsainz@coh.org.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM.
Please contact Ms Vanae Sainz Ext. 87285 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Cherng Family Center for Integrative Oncology Grand Rounds ~
R.S.V.P.: Zoom Webinar | Link provided in email Announcement (e-blast).
For questions, please contact the Department of Continuing Medical Education at cme@coh.org. Objectives: Evaluate and integrate evidence-based complementary therapies into cancer care to improve patient outcomes. , Examine skills to effectively counsel patients on the safe use of integrative therapies, addressing common concerns, and respecting individual preferences and cultural considerations. , Integrate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to ensure seamless coordination of integrative oncology approaches within the broader care team. , Outline tools and strategies to overcome common… Presenters: Moderator:
Krisstina Gowin, DO
Presenter. Who Should Attend: City of Hope multidisciplinary teams. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: CME Department. Phone Number: Ext 85622. Email: cme@coh.org.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual Meeting.
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hematology/HCT Case Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474. Objectives: Identify most current research findings which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidenced base care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Eileen P. Smith, MD
Guido Marcucci, MD
Alex Herrera, MD
Michael Rosenzweig, MD. Who Should Attend: HEM/HCT Physicians,HEM/ HCT APP(NP/PA) staff, BMT Pharmacist, BMT Nursing and QRRM staff. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Kim Laramie. Phone Number: Ext. 83474. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie at ext. 83474 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Treatment Planning/Research Meeting
R.S.V.P.: Sharla Moore Ext. 87095 or Marisela Garcia Ext. 74315. Objectives: Discuss recommendations from various specialties with the patient during a clinical encounter. , Integrate care for the patient from various subspecialties. , Provide recommendations in line with the most current guidelines. , Identify on radiologic imaging benign and malignant abnormalities. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, M
Jamie Rand, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants and all other staff that specialize in the treatment of breast cancers. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Sharla Moore or Marisela Garcia. Phone Number: Ext. 87095 or Ext. 74315. Email: smoore@coh.org.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Sharla Moore Ext. 87095 or Marisela Garcia Ext. 74315 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Hematologic Malignancy Slide Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Brittaney Madeira at Ext. 85295. Objectives: Discuss relevant pathologic findings on current patients. , Examine and discuss diagnostic and prognostic features of pathologic material. , Understand the contribution of pathology to patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Amandeep Salhotra, MD
Karamjeet Singh Sandhu, MD
Michelle Afkhami, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematologists and hematopathologists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Brittaney Madeira. Phone Number: Ext. 85295. Email: bmadeira@coh.org.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Mariel Serrano at Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
BRICOH Lung Cancer Research Group Meeting
CME Credits: 1.5 Hour Categpry 1 Credit. Contact: Leslie Middlebrooks. Phone Number: x67287. Email: lmiddlebrooks@coh.org.
Sunday, April 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Graff Library.
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Pre-Operative Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the data in support of individual case surgical decision-making. , Identify and apply an evidence-based approach to general surgical oncology care. , Identify and localize on radiologic imaging cancer and anatomic abnormalities. , Describe characteristics of cancer in relation to normal anatomy on radiological imaging. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status,… Presenters: Moderator:
Lily Lai, MD
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Melanoma Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Demonstrate enhanced knowledge of biology and principles of medical therapy. , Identify various subsets of melanoma and their important differences in biology and therapy. , Recognize the role of all disciplines involved in the care of melanoma patients. , Increase exposure to and understanding of clinical settings and multidisciplinary management of non-melanoma skin cancers. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender… Presenters: Badri Modi, MD
Hans F. Schoellhammer, MD
Matthew Hedberg, MD. Who Should Attend: Melanoma/skin cancers faculty and staff: RNs, APPs, physicians, research coordinators, basic scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ HEM/HCT GVHD Committee Meetings
R.S.V.P.: Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Accurately assess Graft versus Host Disease (GVHD) severity. , Outline treatment options for patient chronic Graft versus Host Disease (cGVHD). , Enroll patients in clinical trials for cGVHD. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Amandeep Salhotra, M.D.
Ryotaro Nakamura, M.D.
Badri Modi, M.D. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Leukemia Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Objectives: Discuss how to assess Leukemia patients. Discuss new novel treatments. Demonstrate and integrate new precision based medicine for leukemia patients. Outline new combination therapies.
Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anthony Stein, MD
Pamela Becker, MD, PhD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of Hematology/HCT Leukemia physicians, fellows and pharmacists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405. Email: klaramie@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Kim Laramie Ext. 82405.
CME: Department of Medical Oncology ~ Colorectal Multidisciplinary Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with colorectal cancer. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Laleh Melstrom, MD,
Lily Lai, MD,
Marwan Fakih, MD. Who Should Attend: Attending physicians and fellows in medical oncology, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, pathology and allied health care professionals from social services, case management, nursing, dietary and physical therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Tammy Petteys. Phone Number: Ext. 89022. Email: GITumorBoards@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Tammy Petteys at Ext. 89022 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Colorectal Case Discussion
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125. Objectives: Demonstrate understanding of the complexities of colorectal diseases. , Anticipate/avoid problems in managing them. , Integrate various treatment options. , Optimize management for disease or treatment complications. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).. Presenters: Moderators:
Andreas Kaiser, MD
Kurt Melstrom, MD
Lily Lai, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of the colorectal surgery team, community surgical oncologists, rotation fellows and residents. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Raquel Banuelos. Phone Number: Ext. 89125. Email: rabanuelos@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Raquel Banuelos at Ext. 89125 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Head and Neck Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Objectives: Distinguish the clinical manifestation of various head and neck cancer. , Outline prognostic factors for various head and neck cancers. , Apply treatment options and manage complications thereof. , Assess treatment quality and outcomes, improve performance. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Ellie Maghami, MD
Sagus Sampath, MD
Krupal Patel, MD. Who Should Attend: Otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, practitioners in head and neck oncology (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology), related specialties (pathologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, dentists, nurses, Clinical Social Work, psychiatry, rehabilitative specialists), fellows, residents, students and scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Phone Number: Carol Morasco Ext. 82515. Email: cmorasco@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Carol Morasco Ext. 82515 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Division of Urology ~ Cancer Survivorship and Reconstructive Urology Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062. Objectives: Outline disease processes and management for conditions treated by reconstructive urologists. , Integrate evidence based medicine into our clinical practice. , Examine controversial topics in reconstructive urology and better understand the arguments for each. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators: Seth A. Cohen, MD
Kevin Chan, MD
Humberto G. Villarreal, MD. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of reconstructive urology fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Cherry Pattamakom. Phone Number: 949-671-4062. Email: cpattamakom@coh.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Please contact Ms Cherry Pattamakom - 949-671-4062 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Breast Oncology Didactic Conference
R.S.V.P.: Christina Perez Ext 80521. Objectives: Integrate the principles of evidence-based medicine into practice. , Demonstrate clinical assessment of the scientific literature. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Veronica Jones, MD
Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO
Jamie Rand, MD. Who Should Attend: Breast oncology fellow, surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ DSO Educational Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Christina Perez Ext. 80521. Objectives: Outline data behind our surgical practice with respect to solid tumors. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Kurt A. Melstrom, MD, FACS
Steven Sun, MD. Who Should Attend: Surgical oncology fellows, residents and faculty. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Christina Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 80521. Email: christinaperez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Christina Perez Ext 80521 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Immunotherapy Modality Team Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate effective presentation skills in reviewing protocol. , Outline the process of conducting a cellular therapy trial at City of Hope. , Integrate the suggestions and advices from the meeting to project revision. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Stephen Forman, MD. Who Should Attend: City of Hope physicians, clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, clinical trials staff related to independent ethics committee (IEC). CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Lymphoma Disease Team New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Identify most current research findings, which apply to specific patient care issues and clinical needs of lymphoma patients. , Assess and communicate individual patient and family needs of lymphoma patients. , Demonstrate understanding and provide the highest standards of evidence-based care of lymphoma patients. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderators:
Alex Herrera, MD
Alexey Danilov, MD
Tycel Phillips, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT physicians, radiation oncology physicians, HEM/HCT advanced practice providers (NP/PA) staff, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) fellows, advanced lymphoma fellows, Hematology/Oncology fellows, Clinical research coordinators, and clinical research nurses. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Supportive Care Medicine ~ Hospice & Palliative Medicine Didactic Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Objectives: Demonstrate the important aspects of clinical and non-clinical hospice and palliative medicine. , Assess patients for palliative and end of life symptoms and apply their knowledge in a clinical setting. , Be prepared to take the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Exams and Hospice Medical Director Certification Board Exam. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings,… Presenters: Moderators:
Sorin Buga, MD
Heather Bitar, DO
Eric D. Mecusker, DO. Who Should Attend: The activity content is oriented to address the educational needs of palliative care physicians and nurse practitioners, social workers and chaplaincy at City of Hope. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275. Phone Number: Ext 87275. Email: lvazquez@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Please contact Laura Vazquez at Ext 87275 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Clinical Cellular Immunotherapy Committee (CCIC) Meeting
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329. Objectives: Demonstrate competency in patient selection, product selection and toxicity management when providing cellular therapy to potential patients. , Outline the process of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize a patient jouney. , Discuss patient cases with various supporting groups. , Integrate SOP-based knowledge into daily patient care. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes,… Presenters: Moderators:
L. Elizabeth Budde, MD, PhD
Ahmed Aribi, MD
Myo Htut, MD. Who Should Attend: Immunotherapy physicians from Duarte and COH national sites, pharmacists, internal clinical research nurses and nurse coordinators, hematology APPs, quality risk regulatory management staff, and clinical trials staff related to cellular therapy. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Mariel Perez. Phone Number: Ext. 82329. Email: marserrano@coh.org.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Please contact Ms Mariel Perez Ext. 82329 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Multidisciplinary Gynecologic Cancer Conference
R.S.V.P.: Ms Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405. Objectives: Identify contemporary diagnosis and treatment strategies in clinical management of the various and distinct gynecologic cancers. , Discuss risk factors that guide the formulation of a management plan for patients with gynecologic cancers. , Apply the principles of a multidisciplinary team approach to the management of patients with gynecologic cancers. , Identify or recognize pathologic abnormalities by imaging modalities (e.g. X-ray, CT scan, PET/CT, MRI) and understand how imaging will guide… Presenters: Moderators:
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Stephen Lee, MD
Ajaz M. Khan, MD. Who Should Attend: Staff physicians, fellows, nurses and physician assistants. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Catherine Arevalo. Phone Number: Ext. 88405. Email: carevalo@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Please contact Ms. Catherine Arevalo Ext. 88405 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Surgery ~ Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program Educational Lecture Series
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenezat Ext. 83496. Objectives: Outline data in clinical management patients with gynecological cancers. , Integrate evidence-based medicine into practice. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics. Presenters: Moderators:
Mihae Song, MD
Ernest Han, MD, PhD
Thanh Dellinger, MD
Lorna Rodriguez Rust, MD, PhD
Joshua Cohen, MD. Who Should Attend: Gynecologic fellows and faculty, medical/radiation oncologists and surgeons. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez. Phone Number: Ext. 83496. Email: jesosa@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Please contact Ms Yennifer Sosa Jimenez at Ext. 83496 for any online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pathology ~ Genomic Tumor Board
R.S.V.P.: Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484. Objectives: Discuss molecular pathways of solid tumors (glioma, melanoma, colon, lung, thyroid, etc.) and hematologic malignancy. , Integrate molecular findings with morphology and clinical information. , Demonstrate diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic property of each alteration in the gene detected. , Consensus conference of the calling alterations with respect to a disease and the ethnicity of the patient. , Identify available clinical trials for the specific alterations. , Discuss possible barriers and… Presenters: Moderators;
Michelle Afkhami, MD
Milhan Telatar, PhD. Who Should Attend: Pathologists, solid tumor oncologists, hematology oncologists, hematopathology, hematology, and endocrinology fellows, surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, head and neck surgery and Beckman research scientists. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA/PRA Category 1 Credit™
The City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Lourdes Rodriguez. Phone Number: Ext. 89484. Email: lorodriguez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please contact Lourdes Rodriguez Ext. 89484 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Multiple Myeloma Patient Review
R.S.V.P.: For more information please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Objectives: Examine optimal management of complex multiple myeloma patients at COH Duarte and in the community. , Apply appropriate in-patient management of multiple myeloma patients to decrease length of stay. , Improve care coordination of patients undergoing ASCT for multiple myeloma. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Michael Rosenzweig, MD
Myo Htut, MD
Nitya Nathwani, MD
Mural Janakiram, MD. Who Should Attend: Myeloma doctors, fellows, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508. Phone Number: ext. 80508. Email: rebjuarez@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Please contact Rebecca Juarez at ext. 80508 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ Hem/HCT New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298. Objectives: Adapt interdisciplinary patient management recommendations into practice. , Identify those patients best suited to benefit from entrance into clinical trials and hematopoietic cell transplantation. , Evaluate outcomes of a multidisciplinary treatment approach for patients with hematologic malignancies. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Leonardo Farol, MD
Ji-Lian Cai, MD
Joshua Mansour, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows, Nurse Coordinators. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Christine Dirito. Phone Number: Ext. 85298. Email: cdirito@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Christine Dirito Ext 85298 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Hematology/HCT ~ High Risk HCT Case Review Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684. Objectives: Discuss cases which are considered for HCT and have high risk features. , Identify modifiable risk factors and provide plans for optimization before and after HCT. , Examine the outcomes of these high risk cases on an ongoing basis during their transplant and as an aggregate summary for quality improvement. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other… Presenters: Moderator:
Ryotaro Nakamura, MD
Monzr Al Malki, MD
Andrew Artz, MD
Len Farol, MD;
Amandeep Salhotra, MD. Who Should Attend: Hematology/HCT staff and fellows. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Ms Denise Sepulveda. Phone Number: at Ext 82684. Email: dsepulveda@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Ms Denise Sepulveda at Ext 82684 for online meeting details (if any).
CME: Department of Pediatrics ~ Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) New Patient Conference
R.S.V.P.: Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442. Objectives: Build standard approaches for treatment of pediatric BMT patients. , Keep and maintain patient care across multiple team members. , Integrate medical and ancillary services (nursing, supportive care, nutrition and rehab) into a comprehensive care team. , Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e. race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics). Presenters: Moderators:
Anna Pawlowska, MD
Nicole Karras, MD. Who Should Attend: Pediatric and BMT faculty, pediatric and BMT trainees, members of Pediatric Ancillary services, members of pathology, radiation oncology and imaging sciences. CME Credits: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Contact: Jennifer James. Phone Number: Ext. 88442. Email: jjames@coh.org.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Please Contact Jennifer James Ext. 88442 for online meeting details (if any).