About this Event
Ageing and Oncology: Smarter Cancer Care for Older Adults
As cancer care meets an aging population, the need for smarter, more personalised approaches has never been greater. This hybrid event brings together leading voices in the care of older patients with cancer, to explore the latest evidence-based strategies for managing older cancer patients. You will learn how services can be developed in this rapidly expanding field. Join us for a focused day of learning and discussion, to gain practical insights into navigating the complexities of frailty ,to improve outcomes for older adults with cancer.
Intended audience:
We welcome all professionals dedicated to improving the lives of older adults with cancer, including:
· Clinicians including Doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) and students
· Academics and researchers working in senior adult oncology or frailty.
Topics include:
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
Polypharmacy
Nutrition
Shared decision making for cancer treatments
Service development
Research Submission
Submissions are now open for research presentations. We welcome abstracts on frailty in oncology, including research projects, innovations, or clinical case studies.
Deadline: Monday 20th April, Submit your research here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TZLMK97
Agenda
To be confirmed
Please note: one livestream ticket purchase is equivalent to one CPD certificate and the name on the ticket will match the one on the booking registration. Where the '5 for 4' ticket option is purchased, we will contact you directly to ask for the 5 names on the certificates. Further details can be found in our T&C's further down this page.
Venue Information
The Christie Education Centre is located on the 2nd floor in Dept 17 of the main hospital and can be accessed by stairs or lift. Toilets are also on this floor including an accessible toilet. The auditorium has a hearing loop available and ramp access. A prayer room is available and close by. We want everyone attending our event in person to have the best possible experience. We provide regular breaks, access to quiet spaces etc, but If there is anything else we can do to make the day/your experience more comfortable, please let us know by either completing this form, Inclusive learning support or emailing us: [email protected]
Please see our booking Terms and Conditions here
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T his event may be subject to change from Hybrid to fully virtual. Correspondence in regards to any changes in the delivery of this event will be notified directly by The School of Oncology.
Email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 161 918 7409
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Christie institute for cancer education, 550 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, United Kingdom
GBP 50.00 to GBP 210.80
