The Evaluation and Management of Familial and Genetic Risk in Individuals at High Risk for Breast Cancer CME/CE

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Release Date: June 24, 2008; Valid for credit through June 24, 2009

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Physicians - maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ for physicians;
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
  1. Review the major risk factors for breast cancer
  2. Assess the known genetic risk factors for breast cancer
  3. Evaluate the role of genetic testing and genetic counseling in the management of patients at high risk for breast cancer
  4. Describe screening and prevention strategies for reducing the risk of breast cancer in women at high risk
Authors and Disclosures

Kaylene J. Ready, MS
Disclosure: Kaylene J. Ready, MS, has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.


Banu Arun, MD
Disclosure: Banu Arun, MD, has disclosed that she has received grants for clinical research from NCI, AstraZeneca, Pfizer, and Novartis. Dr. Arun has also disclosed that she has served as a speaker for Novartis and Genentech.


Margie Miller
Disclosure: Margie Miller has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.


Charlotte Warren
Disclosure: Charlotte Warren has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.
 
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