The Ohio State University Medical Center

Chronic Leukemias

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Credits1.00
Release Date12/19/2008
Termination Date12/19/2011
Cost $25.00 to view the program and complete a post test for CME credit.   To purchase this program please log in.
DescriptionAccording to the National Institutes of Health, Chronic leukemia develops slowly. It usually occurs during or after middle age and can be controlled but is hard to cure. This activity is supported in part by educational grants from Merck and Astellas.
Accreditation StatementThe Ohio State University Medical Center, Center for Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Ohio State University Medical Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AuthorSteven Devine, MD and Thomas Lin, MD, PhD
ObjectivesUpon completion of this educational activity, the participant should be able to: 1.) Identify diagnostic and prognostic tests for chronic lymphocytic leukemia. 2.) Recognize the importance of age, health and risk stratification in selecting therapy for CLL. 3.) Review the natural history of chronic myelogenous leukemia. 4.) Evaluate the treatment goals in chronic myelogenous leukemia.
AudienceThis course is designed for physicians.
Estimated Time to Complete1 Hour