Event Detail
Introduction and Keynote: Breast Surgery for the Mastectomy Fitter
Location: Palma Ceia Ballroom
Sunday, February 9, 2020 ~ 8:00AM - 10:00AM
As innovation in breast care, cancer and surgery continues, many advancements have positively impacted the industry. This session will provide an update to the latest in breast cancer research and treatment. An overview of current breast cancer surgery practices to improve the mastectomy fitter’s knowledge will be covered.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the types of surgery performed for breast cancer.
- Describe the types of reconstruction performed for breast cancer.
- Describe how surgery can affect prosthesis fit.
CEUs:
This session has been approved for 2.0 Scientific credits through the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) and 1.5 Category I Scientific credits through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC).