The standards are evolving new therapeutic approaches being introduced with different types of treatment options for patients with gastric cancer.  The standards of care for Gastro intestinal cancers are detected and diagnosed by upper endoscopy, barium, swallow, CT scan and biopsy. 

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Objectives: Upon completion of this activity, the participant should be able to:

1. Apply current NCCN guidelines and evidence-based standards when developing treatment plans for cancer patients.

2. Identify appropriate timing for surgical intervention in metastatic cancer cases based on best available evidence.

3. Integrate emerging therapeutic approaches and clinical trial options into multidisciplinary treatment planning when appropriate.

4. Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary team to formulate comprehensive, patient-centered treatment strategies for complex cancer cases.

PLANNER/MODERATOR DISCLOSURE: The planners have no relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

ACCREDITATION: The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

DESIGNATION: The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  

For assistance please contact Freida Andrews at [email protected].