Ovarian Cancer Canada is pleased to present these education programs and resource links for community healthcare professionals working with women living with ovarian cancer:
Online CME for Family Physicians
Ovarian Cancer Canada is proud to partner with McMaster University and Memorial University to deliver an online accredited course in ovarian cancer for family physicians.
- Course is Mainpro M1 accredited
- Course duration is 3-4 weeks
- Participate any time, any where, online
- Interact via asynchronous discussion board
- Content expert (facilitator) available each day
- Help desk available 7 days/week
To register, visit www.mdcme.ca
Early Detection and Management of Ovarian Cancer
A face to face accredited continuous education program about ovarian cancer offered in collaboration with Mc Master University. The objectives are that participants will be able to:
- Inquire about family history to identify risk factors with respect to the genetic predisposition to breast, ovarian and colon cancer.
- Detect symptoms and warning signs that may raise suspicion of ovarian cancer.
- Identify and understand diagnostic tests that will impact the diagnosis and management of ovarian cancer.
- Identify when to refer the patient to a specialist and how to write a referral to reduce the wait times for the patient.
- Understand and describe the role of Family Physicians, Nurses and Gynecologic Oncologists in the diagnosis of a patient who may be suspected of having ovarian cancer.
This course is ideal for Family physicians, Nurses and Nurse Practitioners.
Ovarian Cancer Canada also provides a Trainee Award to medical students that qualify, as well as an Elective Grant available to eligible residents who chose gynecologic oncology as an elective.