Learning Objectives | |||||
1. Recognize the effects of XRT on the breast and its reconstruction, and determine the options/timing of reconstruction for best outcomes, least complications | |||||
2. Identify-explain pertinent treatment and surgical options for Phalloplasty to the patient; incorporate best practices for care of transgender patient population | |||||
3. Categorize and utilize new options for implant based breast reconstructions – one stage, prepectoral, fat grafting, ADM, etc. for optimal reconstruction after mastectomy | |||||
4. Utilize alternative strategies and techniques for soft tissue coverage of the hand/upper extremities to avoid complications in soft tissue coverage | |||||
5. Identify the signs of BI-ALCL and educate the patient about aspects of this condition and employ an algorithm for treatment plan with BI-ALCL patients | |||||
6. Consider anatomy, tissue characteristics, and patient expectations to choose the appropriate type of implant for reconstruction | |||||
Accreditation Physicians - The Southern California Permanente Medical Group is accredited by the Institute for Medical Quality/California Medical Association (IMQ/CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Southern California Permanente Medical Group designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.™ Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses and Physician Assistants – Attendees may report up to 6 hours toward continuing education requirements for license renewal. ‘CME’ can be written in lieu of the provider number on all licensure renewal applications. Target Audience: Primary Target Group: Plastic Surgeons, Radiation Oncologists Secondary Target Group: Head and Neck surgeons, General surgeons, Hand surgeons, plastic surgery residents and fellows, Physician assistants, Plastic surgery nurses, staff and operating room personnel; and health care professionals in related fields PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES |