OVERVIEW

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is designed for physicians, residents, fellows, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and mid-level providers in the specialties of plastic and reconstructive surgery, general surgery, breast surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and lymphedema as well as other healthcare professionals dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer and lymphedema.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After this activity, participants will be able to:

• Recognize optimal patients for pre-pectoral implant reconstruction;
• Identify multidisciplinary strategies for addressing complex patient diagnoses in lymphedema and breast cancer;
• State the various surgical treatments of lymphedema;
• List the most appropriate therapies for breast cancer, breast reconstruction, and lymphedema;
• Outline common surgical techniques utilized in breast and lymphedema surgery;
• Describe the clinical and physiological impact of autologous breast reconstruction on patient functional mobility and quality of life, emphasizing physical and occupational therapy;
• Determine opportunities for collaboration within interprofessional teams to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes in breast cancer, breast reconstruction, and lymphedema therapeutics;
• Discuss current concerns and trends in lymph node transfers for breast cancer patients under active surveillance.

ACCREDITATION

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