Rectal Cancer: Updates in Staging and Treatment

Friday, February 9, 2018, 7:30 AM - 3:45 PM, Volney Richmond Auditorium

Online preregistration is closed. Space is still available and attendees may register on site starting at 7:00 a.m.  For questions contact the Virginia Mason CME department at (206) 341-0142.

This course spans the staging and treatment of patients with rectal cancer, with a focus on new developments and controversies in staging, duration of chemotherapy, and a variety of surgical approaches.

Join colleagues from around the Pacific Northwest to learn about the risks and benefits of shorter duration of curative chemotherapy, a major new development in colorectal cancer. Differing staging techniques including controversies about optimal modalities with MRI and endo-rectal ultrasound will be discussed, as will surgical therapy — with concentration on which patients should be considered for minimally invasive and robotic surgery. Discover the important role of the microbiome and its relevance to treatment and prevention of GI malignancies. Review evidence-based surveillance practice and guidelines for patients who completed definitive therapy vs. patients who chose a “watch and wait” approach. Find out about clinical trials currently available to patients, and new radiation treatment strategies and their role. Teaching methods include lecture, Q&A with faculty, panel discussion and case presentation.

Guest Faculty:

Carl J. Brown, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of British Columbia
General and Colorectal Surgeon
St. Paul’s Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Cathy Eng, MD, FACP
Professor, Dept. of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology
The University of Texas
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas

Harvey J. Mamon, MD, PhD
Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology
Harvard Medical School
Clinical Director, Radiation Oncology,
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Boston, Mass.

Elizabeth C. Wick, MD
Associate Professor of Surgery
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, Calif.

1. Compare many emerging treatment options to the current standard of care for locally advanced rectal cancer
2. Determine low versus high risk category patients for whom three months of chemotherapy may be adequate
3. Describe different rectal cancer staging techniques
4. Specify indications for pelvic MRI versus endorectal ultrasound for rectal cancer staging
5. Review evidence for surveillance of patients with colorectal cancer
6. Discuss multidisciplinary management of early rectal cancer cases
7. Summarize the advantages of robotic surgery in general, and describe the advantages of robotic surgery that are specific to rectal surgery
8. Discuss the role of clinical trials in the management of rectal cancer
9. Describe the role of the microbiome and its relevance to treatment of GI malignancies
10. Discuss roles and sequences of radiation, chemotherapy, and surgical resection
11. Relate the complexities of post-operative care, including stoma care, incontinence, and anastomotic leak
12. Describe surveillance protocols after complete clinical, radiographic and endoscopic response is achieved

Online registration will be open through Wednesday, February 7, 2018. For registration assistance, call the CME department at 206.341.0142.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: Refunds will be made for a fee of $25 if written notice of cancellation is received at least 14 calendar days prior to the activity.

The Virginia Mason Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Virginia Mason Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Maintenance of Certification: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 6.75 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

Nursing Contact Hours: Virginia Mason Medical Center is a provider of nursing continuing education contact hours. Provider is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP15905 for 6.75 Contact Hours February 9, 2018.

Parking: Parking is not included with registration. Virginia Mason's downtown parking facilities are limited and reserved for patients, therefore we offer this map of public lots with walking routes to the Lindeman Pavilion.

Public transportation: Metro Bus routes serving the First Hill neighborhood include 2, 10, 12, 60, 193, and 303. Please consult the Metro Trip Planner for route information and schedules.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ (6.75 hours), CE Nursing (6.75 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (6.75 hours)

The registration form for this activity is currently unavailable.

The following hotels are conveniently located near Virginia Mason Hospital and Seattle Medical Center. Courtesy rates noted are those generally offered to Virginia Mason visitors and may not be available during peak season and holidays.

Crowne Plaza Seattle
1113 Sixth Avenue, Seattle | Hotel: (206) 464-1980 | www.cphotelseattle.com

The Crowne Plaza Seattle Downtown is located a few blocks from the Lindeman Pavilion at Virginia Mason, where the course will be held. Their central downtown location is convenient to fascinating museums and some of the finest restaurants and shops in the Emerald City.

To check availability of the Virginia Mason Medical rate, please use this link.

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
411 University Street, Seattle | Reservations: 1-866-621-1701 | Hotel: (206) 621-1700 | www.fairmont.com/seattle

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Fairmont Olympic Hotel has been a landmark in the Northwest since opening in 1924. Ideally located in the heart of downtown Seattle, Washington's most preeminent hotel is just footsteps from the area's finest shops, restaurants and entertainment attractions. Featuring Italian renaissance architecture and lavish amenities, the beautifully historic 450-room hotel combines traditional warmth with 21st century convenience and personalized service.

Use code NVRM to receive the Virginia Mason corporate rate. For reservations, 1-866-621-1701 or book using this link: http://www.fairmont.com/EN_FA/Reservations/ReservationAvailability?hc=SEA&pc=NVRM

The Inn at Virginia Mason
1006 Spring Street, Seattle | Hotel: (800) 283-6453 / (206) 583-6453 | Reservations: InnatVirginiaMason.com

The Inn at Virginia Mason is located in the historic First Hill neighborhood. Built in the 1920s as The Rhododendron Apartments, the Inn retains much of its original charm and character. For online reservations, visit InnatVirginiaMason.com and click on "Check Availability & Rates". Enter the promo code "medical" for best available rates on standard and deluxe rooms.

Sorrento Hotel
900 Madison St., Seattle | Hotel: (206) 622-6400 | www.hotelsorrento.com

Located atop Seattle’s popular First Hill and inspired by the Renaissance-era elegance of its Italian namesake, Sorrento Hotel offers you the comfort of a luxurious home enhanced by European style and service. Sorrento Hotel Seattle offers 76 individually decorated rooms and suites that have scenic city or courtyard views, and are thoughtfully furnished with amenities that will pamper and entertain.

Friday, February 9, 2018