PCPA in the news – PCPA Launches Practical Genomics Workshop
15 February 2024
PCPA invites medical oncologists and cancer nurses to immerse in the game-changing world of precision medicine
Melbourne. Due to high demand, Australia’s peak body for private cancer specialists will host a unique workshop for all medical oncologists and cancer nurses, to gain a practical immersion into how genomic testing can better refine diagnoses, help predict cancer behaviour and create more effective treatment plans for their patients.
Board member of the Private Cancer Physicians of Australia (PCPA) and workshop Master of Ceremonies, Dr Cameron McLaren, says genomic testing or precision medicine, is a powerful tool that remarkably unlocks the secrets of a patient’s cancer at the genetic level.
“Genomic testing, once a futuristic view of how cancer may be treated, is now transforming cancer care by offering personalised insights for both the patient and those who care for them,” Dr McLaren says. “As importantly as finding new treatments that can help our patients, genomic testing also allows us to choose which treatments will not help, so we can avoid subjecting our patients to toxicities of ineffective treatments.”
PCPA 2022 Medical Oncology & Haematology Advanced Trainee Program
The Langham Hotel, Melbourne
Saturday, 30 and Sunday 31 July 2022
Please join PCPA at a national training event for Advanced Trainees in Medical Oncology & Haematology, to be held in conjunction with the Private Cancer Physicians of Australia Scientific Meeting.
All Advanced Trainees in Medical Oncology & Haematology (Clinical and/or Laboratory) are invited to attend educational sessions developed to supplement RACP/RCPA training program.
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PCPA 2022 Scientific Meeting
The Langham Hotel, Melbourne
Saturday 30 July 2022
Dear PCPA Member
You are invited to join in person for the 2022 PCPA Scientific Meeting at the Langham Hotel, Melbourne. The one-day Saturday program will include scientific sessions, business updates and social elements.
Friday 29 July
| PCPA Board Meeting | PCPA Executives, Board and Invited guests |
| Dinner | Grossi Florentino – Open to PCPA Members attending the Scientific Meeting |
PCPA members are invited to dinner on Friday 29th July at Grossi Florentino, Melbourne 6.30pm for 7.00pm.
Saturday 30 July
| 8:30am– 10:30am | Practical Practice Issues – Medicare Billing, Technology and Telehealth |
| 11:00am – 12:30pm | Private Practice, Private Insurance and Private Hospitals |
| 1:30pm – 3:00pm | Joint business session with Advanced Trainees in Medical Oncology & Haematology |
| 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Beyond and Together Panel Discussion & AGM |
| 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Social function for network with consultants, expert speakers and industry representatives. |
For more detail of the program please visit Conference website
Cost: Free registration for members*
*Approved private oncologists and practice managers are welcome to attend for a nominal fee of $150, payable directly to PCPA.
We hope to see you in Melbourne and look forward to an engaging discussion on building a stronger cancer care community.
For more information:
For more information or assistance please contact PCPA Secretariat, Jennifer Burgess on Email: j.burgess@amaq.com.au or phone: (07) 3872 2234
Meeting Convenors:
A/Prof. Christopher Steer, Prof. Desmond Yip, Dr Ian Irving, Prof. H. Miles Prince AM, Dr Cameron McLaren.
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