12th Annual Head and Neck Cancer Symposium

Boston, MA •Friday, June 15, 2018 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Oral cancer remains the most common disfiguring and deadly disease that oral health care providers, including general dentists, specialists, physicians and staff, are likely to encounter in practice. This course provides clinicians with the knowledge to understand the various etiologic factors of oral cancer, and enhances their ability to recognize early potentially malignant and malignant changes within the oral cavity. Course attendees will learn to effectively communicate with their patients regarding appropriate management. This course also discusses the complex nature of such treatment and the complications that may ensue, as well as their potential to affect dental treatment.
Location/Venue
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
One Kneeland Street
Boston, MA 02111
Lodging Information
The hotels listed below are within walking distance of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and offer a Tufts rate to program participants. Because rates vary depending on availability, please book your room early.

Courtyard by Marriott
Boston Tremont
275 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Reservations: 800.321.2211
Phone: 617.426.1400
Fax: 617.482.6730
www.CourtyardBostonTremont.com

The DoubleTree Hotel
821 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617.956.7900
Fax: 617.956.7901
www.hiltonfamilyboston.com/downtown

The W Hotel Boston
100 Stuart Street
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: 617.261.8700
Fax: 617.310.6730
www.WHotels.com/boston
Speaker Information

Course Director:

MARK A. LERMAN, D.M.D. Associate Professor and Division Director of Oral Pathology, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology 

Instructors:

SCOTT D. BENJAMIN, D.D.S.
JOHN R. KALMAR, D.M.D., Ph.D. 
SUJEY MORGAN, D.D.S., M.S.
MIRIAM O’LEARY, M.D., FACS
ARUNA RAMESH, B.D.S., D.M.D., M.S.
ALESSANDRO VILLA, D.D.S., Ph.D., M.P.H.
Credit Information
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine designates this activity for 7 continuing education credits.

 
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. Approval Date12/15-11/19. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit house by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to ADA CERP at ADA.org/goto/cerp. 
Cancellation Policy
The Division of Continuing Education reserves the right to end registration when enrollment limit is reached and to cancel, modify, or alter content or faculty for any course if circumstances indicate the need for such a change. If the school finds it necessary to cancel a course, a full refund will be granted. All attempts to contact registrants will be made as soon as possible in the event of a course cancellation. The school will not be held responsible for any losses due to travel arrangements made by the registrant.

In the event of inclement weather (such as a snow emergency) or other extenuating circumstances, the Division of Continuing Education may be forced to cancel a course. If a course has been cancelled, we will contact participants by the phone number and/or email address provided. You may call or email our office on the day of the course if you are uncertain of a course’s status.

Refunds

Full tuition refund or credit will be given for cancellations received at least two weeks prior to course date. Refunds or tuition credit will not be issued for participant no-shows.
Learning Objectives
  • Name conventional and newly-recognized factors for oropharyngeal and oral cancer, including human papillomavirus infection
  • Describe radiographic findings that suggest when a biopsy is appropriate or when a lesion may be monitored instead
  • List the oral complications of oral cancer therapy and their implications for the dentist
  • Outline a management strategy for patients with stage IV oral cancer
  • Define the complications associated with the surgical and medical management of head and neck cancer
Target Audiences
Dentists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants