Understanding Malignant vs Benign Lung Nodules
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1.0 CME creditCompletion Time
1 hourAvailable Until
March 7, 2026Posted By
Arkansas Academy of Physician Assistants
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Specialties
Family Medicine, Hematology / Oncology, Primary Care, Pulmonology, and SurgeryClinical Topics
Lung Cancer, Oncology, Respiratory, and SurgeryLung cancer is the third most common cancer and leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Early detection is necessary in reducing the mortality of these individuals. As healthcare providers, it is imperative to know when intervention is warranted. This session will help providers take the necessary steps to work up suspicious nodules, understand the various types of non-small cell lung cancer, and familiarize themselves with the various surgical techniques used in removal of lung nodules.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the steps in working up a suspicious lung nodule.
- Compare the various surgical approaches for lung nodule removal.
- Utilize the TNM system for staging of a NSCLC 4. Understand the etiology of lung cancer.
Speakers
Katlin Brower is a board-certified Physician Assistant in the Department of Thoracic Surgery at UT Southwestern in Dallas, Texas. Ms. Brower earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Valley State University and her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Harding University. Ms. Brower began her career as a PA in Hospital Medicine at Corewell Health. In her free time, she enjoys traveling to new cities and finding new hiking trails.
CE Information
This activity offers 1.0 CME credit to attendees.
Accredited by AAPA.
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 22 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 3/26/2025 to 3/7/2026 . PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. AAPA reference number: CME-2013092.
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- Understanding Malignant vs Benign Lung Nodules (Size: 1.76 MB)
Duration: 44 minutes | Quality: HD
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