ACRO Annual Meeting 2018 (CME Videos)

Comprehensive Radiation Oncology Conference Covering Contemporary Cancer Treatment, Technology & Clinical Practice

The ACRO Annual Meeting 2018 is a premier educational conference organized by the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO), bringing together radiation oncologists, medical physicists, residents, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and oncology professionals to explore the latest developments in radiation oncology and cancer care.

This dynamic CME-accredited meeting features expert-led lectures, clinical updates, technology reviews, practice management sessions, and multidisciplinary discussions covering a broad range of disease sites and treatment approaches. In addition to educational programming, the conference provides valuable networking opportunities for professionals at every stage of their careers.

Participants can earn up to 22.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, making this meeting a valuable resource for both continuing education and professional development.

Overview

The ACRO Annual Meeting 2018 focuses on advancing the science and practice of radiation oncology through evidence-based education and practical clinical insights. Faculty members review emerging technologies, treatment planning innovations, stereotactic techniques, quality improvement initiatives, and multidisciplinary cancer management strategies.

The conference addresses both academic and community-based practice challenges while highlighting advances in patient care, precision medicine, and modern radiation therapy techniques.

Course Features

• CME Video Lectures
• Expert Faculty Presentations
• Radiation Oncology Clinical Updates
• Multidisciplinary Cancer Management
• Technology & Innovation Sessions
• Practice Management Education
• Quality Improvement Strategies
• Professional Development Opportunities
• SAM Credit Eligible Sessions
• Evidence-Based Oncology Education

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Apply current evidence-based radiation oncology practices.
• Evaluate advances in radiation treatment planning and delivery.
• Incorporate emerging technologies into clinical workflows.
• Improve management of common and complex malignancies.
• Discuss multidisciplinary approaches to cancer treatment.
• Enhance patient safety and quality assurance processes.
• Understand evolving standards of care across disease sites.
• Optimize treatment outcomes through modern radiation techniques.

Topics Covered

Radiation Oncology Fundamentals

• Radiation Biology
• Treatment Planning
• Dose Optimization
• Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
• Quality Assurance

Stereotactic Techniques

• SRS (Stereotactic Radiosurgery)
• SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy)
• Precision Radiation Therapy
• Advanced Treatment Delivery

Breast Cancer

• Adjuvant Radiation Therapy
• Hypofractionation
• Breast Conservation Therapy
• Treatment Planning Strategies

Prostate Cancer

• Definitive Radiation Therapy
• Brachytherapy
• Image-Guided Treatment
• Risk Stratification

Lung Cancer

• Early-Stage Lung Cancer
• Locally Advanced Disease
• SBRT Applications
• Multidisciplinary Management

Gastrointestinal Malignancies

• Rectal Cancer
• Esophageal Cancer
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Liver Malignancies

Head & Neck Oncology

• Organ Preservation Strategies
• Advanced Radiation Techniques
• Treatment Toxicity Management

Central Nervous System Tumors

• Brain Metastases
• Gliomas
• Stereotactic Radiosurgery
• CNS Treatment Planning

Pediatric Oncology

• Pediatric Radiation Therapy
• Long-Term Survivorship Issues
• Treatment Optimization

Practice Management

• Community Oncology Practice
• Reimbursement Updates
• Quality Programs
• Regulatory Considerations

Emerging Technologies

• Adaptive Radiation Therapy
• Artificial Intelligence Applications
• Advanced Imaging Integration
• Future Treatment Innovations

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Radiation Oncologists
• Medical Physicists
• Radiation Oncology Residents
• Dosimetrists
• Radiation Therapists
• Oncology Nurses
• Medical Oncologists
• Surgical Oncologists
• Oncology Practice Administrators
• Cancer Care Professionals

Why This Course Stands Out

✔ Comprehensive Radiation Oncology Review

✔ ACRO Expert Faculty

✔ 22.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

✔ Disease-Specific Oncology Updates

✔ SRS & SBRT Education

✔ Technology & Innovation Focus

✔ Practice Management Content

✔ Quality Improvement Strategies

✔ Community and Academic Oncology Perspectives

✔ Multidisciplinary Cancer Care Approach