Course Details

Introduction to Oncology
(Code: Onco1)

This is a one day training.

This course is an introduction to oncology.   An detailed overview will be given of:

  • CORNER STONES of ONCOLOGY - History,  Prior cancer treatments, Vital functions, Histopathological assessment, Grading, Staging
  • CANCER SYMPTOMS
  • DIAGNOSIS
  • HISTORY TAKING & PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
  • DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING STUDIES (X-rays; CT scans; radionuclide bone scans, MRI, Ultrasound, ...)
  • LABORATORY TESTS
  • BIOPSY 
  • CLINICAL EVALUATION OF THE PATIENT AND THEIR TUMOUR (prognosis, treatment, staging, grading and typology of cancer) 
  • TREATMENT PRINCIPLES IN CANCER (treatment goals, treatment philosophy, therapeutic options)

 This course can be followed by additional training focusing on specific therapeutic fields

Fee (excl. VAT) 750 EUR > Order Now

Periods

Dates

Course I:

  • 15 October 2010

Course II:

  • 18 February 2011
Time 09.00h to 17.00h

Details

Languages Dutch, English, French
Code Onco1
Target Audience

Any healthcare professional involved in the oncology therapeutic area

  • clinical research professionals  - Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Project Manager, Clinical Research Manager, Global Study Managers, ....  involved in oncology studies
  • sales and marketing professionals - sales representatives, account managers, district managers, marketing specialists, marketing managers, product managers, .... involved in this therapeutic area
  • any other healthcare professional with specific interest for oncology  

Basic knowledge of oncology is not needed. 
Number of participants 12
Learning Objectives

This training will give you a very extended introduction to the oncological therapeutic area.  

Besides a clear overview of the history, symptoms, diagnosis, ... and current treatment options, a clear overview will be given of the ongoing clinical research activities and thus future treatments options. 
Logistics

Venue: The Clinical College Training Facilities (Brussels)
Catering: There will be morning and afternoon refreshment breaks, a (sandwich) lunch will also be provided.
Course material: Presentation handouts and supporting documents will be provided. All course material will be in English.
Certification

All participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Comments

This course will be given by John Schulpen, MD who has 
• 15 years experience as a General Practitioner
• 20 years experience in Clinical Research in various positions
• 20 years experience in giving trainings to Clinical Research and Sales/Marketing and professionals.
Trainers John Schulpen

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