Impact of Radiation Therapy on Breast Reconstruction CME Webinar

On-demand Access

Kiran Devisetty, MD



Kiran Devisetty, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Department of Radiology
Mercer University School of Medicine

Dr. Kiran Devisetty is a board-certified radiation oncologist practicing at Memorial Health’s Curtis & Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute and a Clinical Associate Professor at Mercer University School of Medicine. He is part of an experienced multi-disciplinary team that treats adult and pediatric patients. He has a personal focus and passion for breast cancer education, treatment, and navigation. He has published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles in high impact journals and has prominent leadership positions in the American Society for Radiation Oncology.

Overview

Learning Objectives

At the end of this activity the learner should be able to:

  • Identify indications for post-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT).
  • Describe sequencing and timing of PMRT with breast reconstruction.
  • Recognize the impact of PMRT on cosmetic outcomes for both autologous and implant-based reconstruction.

Target Audience

This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of plastic surgeons, radiation oncologists, breast surgeons, industry reps and nurses.

Activity Goal

This activity is designed to address the following ABMS / IOM competencies: Patient Care and Medical Knowledge.

Non Endorsement Statement

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Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, CineMed is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

CineMed designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Non-physicians may obtain a certificate of attendance.

Support

This activity is supported by an educational grant from Establishment Labs.

CONTACT

The administrator for this event is Ronda Hannon who can be reached at 203-263-0006 x107