Expert Insights in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Current Challenges and Future Directions

Tue Apr 28, 2009 9:34am EDT
 
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Expert Insights in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Current Challenges and Future
Directions

Complimentary Continuing Medical Education Online Activity and Podcast for
Physicians

VOORHEES, N.J., April 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is
a complex heterogeneous disease which, despite significant advances in the
treatment of pediatric patients, is often fatal in adults. It is critical for
physicians who treat adult patients with ALL to maintain an up-to-date
understanding of the multitude of factors affecting management options for
this challenging disease.

To address the need for current education on treatment challenges and emerging
therapies in ALL, Robert Michael Educational Institute LLC (RMEI) and
Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM) are jointly sponsoring a
complimentary CME online activity and podcast titled Expert Insights in Acute
Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Current Challenges and Future Directions. This
activity, which features an interactive, expert panel discussion, is supported
by an educational grant from Enzon Pharmaceuticals and is certified for
physicians.

Charles A. Schiffer, MD, Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University
School of Medicine and Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, Michigan, serves
as moderator for the panel, which includes discussion from key experts in
oncology and hematology from leading medical institutions across the United
States.

Healthcare professionals can visit http://cme.medscape.com/viewprogram/18970
to participate in this free CME online activity. 

"Robert Michael Educational Institute LLC recognizes that continuing medical
education plays a crucial role in the provision of quality health care and is
dedicated to offering professionals meaningful opportunities for lifelong
learning," says President and CEO, Robert M. Colleluori.

RMEI is a medical education company that specializes in independent,
accredited and nonaccredited education. The goal of all accredited RMEI
educational offerings is to promote a spirit of lifelong learning and
continuous professional development. RMEI works closely with medical experts
to design activities that improve diagnosis and treatment leading to better
outcomes for patients. These activities include national and international
symposia, teleconferences, live meetings, enduring print materials, and
interactive Internet programs.

For other educational opportunities, please visit www.RMEI.com. 

SOURCE  Robert Michael Educational Institute LLC

Samantha Merz of RMEI, +1-866-770-RMEI

 

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