Program #828 • Available Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through Saturday, February 09, 2008

Colorectal Cancer - Screening, Management and Prevention 2004

 

Program Description

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths for men and women in the United States. Screening methods are effective in reducing the incidence and mortality related to colorectal cancer. When discovered at an early stage, this disease is 90% curable. The American Cancer Society and other related organizations recommend colorectal cancer screening for asymptomatic adults over age 50. However, various reports indicate that less than half of these adults have been screened with fecal occult blood testing within the past year, or by flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy within the past 5 years. In this program, Dr. Rodney discusses the importance of starting the screening process at age 50 for average-risk patients and explains why the term "low-risk patients" is a misnomer. With the invaluable information provided in this program, primary care physicians will be able to incorporate effective screening and preventive strategies into the care of their patients.

(60 minutes)

Credit Information

Up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Learning Objectives

After taking part in this CME activity, participants should be able to:

CME Credit Designations

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

AMA NCME designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 2 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins Thursday, February 09, 2006. Term of approval is for one year from this date, with option for yearly renewal.

AOA This activity is eligible for up to 2 hours of credit in Category 2-A of the American Osteopathic Association.