Laryngeal Cancer Education for the Primary Care Provider eLearning
Laryngeal Cancer Education for the Primary Care Provider eLearning is organized by University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC).
Dates:
June 20, 2023 12:00 AM - June 20, 2025 11:45 PM
Activity Description:
Literature has shown that there are gaps in the education of primary care providers for otolaryngologic disorders and particularly for head and neck cancer. This course is designed to aid primary care providers in recognition of early symptoms of head and neck cancer. It will also help guide these providers on when to refer. We hope to increase early referrals leading to earlier diagnosis and treatment of head and neck cancer.
Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
• Describe the incidence and risk factors for head and neck cancers
• Identify “warning symptoms” of laryngeal cancers
• Perform a basic workup for a suspected laryngeal or head and neck cancer
• Identify when it is appropriate to refer a patient to ENT for symptoms concerning a laryngeal cancer
• Describe normal airway anatomy and identify anatomic differences between tracheostomy and laryngectomy.