UBC CPD - Cervix screening in BC: Preparing for the transition from cytology (pap test) to HPV primary screening

Please join us for an online session on cervix screening in BC: Preparing for the transition from cytology (pap test) to HPV primary screening.

Speakers:

• Dr. Gina Ogilvie, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair, Global Control of HPV Related Diseases and Prevention; Professor, School of Population and Public Health, UBC; Associate Director, Women’s Health Research Institute; Senior Public Health Scientist, BC Centre for Disease Control
• Laura Gentile, Operations Director, Cervix Screening and Colon Screening, BC Cancer
• Laurie Smith, Research Program Manager, Global Control HPV Related Diseases/HPV FOCAL
• Moderator: Dr. Lily Proctor, Medical Director, Cervix Screening, BC Cancer

Learning objectives:

• Describe the evidence and rationale for transitioning to HPV primary screening in BC.
• Identify the HPV collection methods that will be available in BC and their eligibility criteria.
• Explain the possible HPV test results and the recommended follow-up process.
• Describe key messages when discussing HPV test results with patients.
• State where to access available resources for providers and patients.

How to join:

• Registration

CME: 

• 1.50 Credits
• 1.50 PD hours

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