ESMO Preceptorship on AYA Malignancies 2018 banner

Start date: 11 May 2018
End date: 12 May 2018
Location: Lugano, Switzerland

Learning objectives

To identify the unique characteristics and the unmet needs of adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer
To describe the unique constellation of malignancies that comprise the spectrum of AYA cancer
To analyze epidemiology, biology, clinical features and diagnostic challenges of AYA with cancer
To emphasize on radicality of treatment, multidisciplinarity and psychosocial support of AYA
To discuss survivorship issues including late sequelae of treatment and the urgent need for clinical trials

Accreditation

The programme of this event has been accredited with 11 ESMO-MORA category 1 points. Recertification is necessary for medical oncologists to remain professionally certified by ESMO. Recertification guarantees that a certified medical oncologist has continued to update her/his knowledge and continues to possess the necessary skills and standards for the practice of medical oncology. For further details, please refer to ESMO-MORA Recertification Process & Requirements.

Co-Chairs

Giannis Mountzios, Greece
Stefan Bielack, Germany