

Clinical application of genomics: a practical guide for oncologists
September 3, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
| FREEThe MPCCC and the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC) present a special series of Cancer and COVID-19 education events.
Genomics-based assays are increasingly used to guide clinical decision-making to select the most appropriate targeted therapy for patients.
Hear from experts who will share their knowledge on basic science and genetics, how to implement assays and the importance of patient consent. Molecular pathology reports will also be dissected and explained with opportunities for questions and discussion.
Facilitated by Dr Ben Markman, Cabrini Health
Presentations:
Basic science – genetics 101
Professor Melissa Southey, Monash Health
Assays: what, when, where?
Dr Vivek Rathi, Monash Health
Oncogenic drivers and patient consent
Dr Stephen Luen, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Practical examples using molecular pathology reports
Dr Kortnye Smith, Ballarat Cancer Centre
Event details
Thursday 3 September, 3-4.30pm
This event will be hosted on Zoom, joining details will be circulated shortly before the event.