An Introductory Course on Geriatric Oncology.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The need to train oncologists to address the complexities of the aging population has been a focus of educational initiatives and strategies since the 1980s. However, large gaps in the dissemination and implementation of geriatric oncology curricula are still present. Currently, few resources exist for oncology training programs to implement a formal geriatric oncology curriculum. We aimed to create a formalized introductory course to teach oncology and geriatrics trainees the principles of geriatric oncology.

Methods

Curriculum presentations were delivered to both hematology/oncology and geriatrics fellows during five 1-hour didactic/workshop sessions over a 2-month period. In addition to didactic presentations, sessions included interactive learning components

SUBMITTER: Gregorio DJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11561070 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature