PMD U581 - Cancer Chemotherapy

Institution:

Northeastern University

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Description:

Emphasizes the role of chemotherapy in the management of malignant disease. Discussions include an in-depth review of specific antineoplastic agents, a review of specific malignancies, and related topics such as management of nausea and vomiting in cancer patients, hypercalcemia of malignancy, malignant pleural effusions, treatment of bone marrow depression, and unproven methods of cancer treatment. Exposes students to the research methods that health system pharmacists use most often when conducting research and builds on the content of PMD U350, PMD U450, and PMD U560. Incorporates a seminar discussion format led by health-care system-based pharmacists actively involved in clinical research and helps prepare students for careers or postgraduate training programs (e.g., residencies) in health systems. Faculty use published studies, live patient databases, and descriptions of their current research projects to illustrate the topics in each session.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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