Updates in CT Lung Screening
Updates in CT Lung Screening is organized by Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS).
Original Release Date: July 29, 2021
Termination Date: July 29, 2024
Intended Audience:
Primary Care Providers
Course Overview
This CME activity is intended for primary care providers to understand the importance of lung cancer screening for their patient population. This activity includes a patient testimonial, review of available literature and research, updated screening guidelines, and ways to increase patient adherence to screening recommendations.
Course Objectives:
• Initiate lung cancer screening at the primary care level
• Perform lung cancer screening counseling and tobacco cessation simultaneously
• Implement updated eligibility criteria for lung cancer screening and the benefits of screening
• Describe the role of patient navigation in lung cancer screening completion