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Optimising cancer care for older adults: Innovations and multidisciplinary approaches
24th January 2025 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
This full-day event delves into the evolving field of geriatric oncology, bringing together experts to address the complexities of cancer care for older adults. With an ageing population and rising cancer rates, this event is essential for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their skills.
Why Attend?
With the growing number of older adults with cancer, integrating geriatric principles into oncology is crucial. This event equips participants with the knowledge to provide resource-sensitive, tailored care.
Highlights:
- Expert Speakers: Hear from renowned professionals, including Dr Tania Kalsi, Dr Fabio Gomes, and Prof Kwok-Leung Cheung.
- Diverse Topics: Covering key areas from translational research to multidisciplinary care involving surgery, pharmacy, nursing, and allied health.
- Interactive Case Discussions: Real-world insights on managing complex cases through patient case studies and panel discussions.
- Innovation: Explore frailty assessments, the latest guidelines, and the role of digital health in geriatric oncology.
- Participants will leave with actionable strategies to improve care, particularly in frailty assessments and adapting services for varied resources.
This event is ideal for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, pharmacists, and students aiming to enhance their care for older cancer patients.
By attending, you will:
- Know about the latest advances in geriatric oncology, including frailty assessment and management strategies.
- Be able to apply multidisciplinary approaches to improve cancer care for older adults.
- Value the importance of personalised, holistic care plans for elderly cancer patients, including managing comorbidities.
- Know about the latest research and innovations in the field
