Moodle at CCNM

Immunotherapy has changed the treatment landscape of many cancers, both in early and later stages, and has become first-line treatment in some cases. Immunotherapy has dramatically changed the prognosis of some cancers for which previous treatments were limited in their duration of effectiveness. These novel agents act very differently from traditional chemotherapy and other targeted cancer therapies.In this webinar, medical oncologist, Shaqil Kassam, MD MSc. FRCPC and naturopathic doctor, Daniel Lander, ND will review the rapidly evolving field of immunotherapy in cancer care and discuss aspects of the collaborative care of patients receiving these life-saving therapies.Learning outcomesUnderstand the components of the immune system and how they may be used to treat cancerUnderstand the mechanisms of action of select immunotherapiesKnow which cancer types are most often treated with immunotherapy and appreciate the improved prognosis this has resulted inRecognize common adverse effects of immunotherapy and understand their managementUnderstand key aspects of the integrative care of patients receiving immunotherapy, including supportive therapies and contraindications