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ICI CHEMOTHERAPY & ANTICANCER AGENTS' ADMINISTRATION COMPETENCY COURSE
Starting on:
Jul 28, 2020
Ending on:
Sep 26, 2020
Moderator(s):
Venue:
International Cancer Institute
Max Credits:
10 Points

Provider:
International Cancer Institute
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ICI CHEMOTHERAPY & ANTICANCER AGENTS' ADMINISTRATION COMPETENCY COURSE

Starting on:
Jul 28, 2020 4:30 PM
Ending on:
Sep 26, 2020 5:30 PM
Venue:
International Cancer Institute

Description

Multidisciplinary team, standards of care, optimal therapies and novel agents in the care of cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa

Objectives

Define cancer, characteristics of benign v/s malignant cells, cell cycle, cancer genetics and principles of carcinogenesis Review the epidemiology of cancer, rationale for cancer screening and cancer prevention strategies. Understand cancer diagnostic modalities, staging, goals of therapy and the role of multidisciplinary approach to the cancer patient. Classify chemotherapy agents, give indications, contraindications, and specific adverse effects of each. Familiarize with Immuno-oncology, Biologic and targeted cancer therapies Know the various routes of anticancer drugs administration and the special considerations for use of each. Learn the immediate complications of anticancer therapy, how to monitor them and their management.- including irritants, vesicants, hypersensitivity reactions etc Review the systemic effects of anticancer therapy, their monitoring and management. Learn the pathophysiology, grading, prevention and management of cancer-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). Understand the presentation and management of oncologic emergencies. To learn about the role of pharmacovigilance in cancer care: counselling and education to patients and their families. To discuss the legal and ethical issues related to cancer treatment To demonstrate clinical acumen and practical skills in anticancer therapy administration processes.

Presenters

  1. Prof. Chite Asirwa
    Consultant Physician, Medical Oncologist & Hematologist Executive Director/ CEO: International Cancer Institute
    ICI

  2. Dr. Chizi Kiti
    Head of Education and Training: International Cancer Institute
    ICI

  3. Dr. Kibet Kibor
    Anatomic Pathologist

  4. Dr. Nicholas Kisilu
    Clinical care Lead: ICI
    ICI

  5. Dr. Irene Weru
    Oncology Pharmacist

  6. Dr. David Wata
    Oncology Pharmacist

  7. Dr. Collins Saina
    Oncology Pharmacist: ICI
    ICI

  8. Mrs Pamela Were
    Oncology Nurse and Chief Outreach Coordinator(ICI)
    ICI

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