Clinical Challenges in Breast Surgery_ The Management of Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)

  • Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) represents a clinical crossroads in breast surgery—balancing the risks of over-treatment with the need to prevent invasive cancer. With new data from active monitoring trials, the pressure is on for surgeons to personalize care. Tune in to this essential episode to stay ahead of the curve on DCIS management and to hear expert insights from two leading breast surgical oncologists.

Target Audience

  • Nurses
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Physicians
  • Physician Assistants

Learning Objectives

  • Defining DCIS and explain its significance as a precursor to invasive breast cancer.
  • Discussing challenges in diagnosing and risk-stratifying DCIS.
  • Reviewing current standards for surgical and adjuvant management of DCIS.
  • Understanding the implications of new research, including the COMET trial, for low-risk DCIS.
  • Evaluating patient-centered strategies for managing DCIS and preventing over-treatment.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • 0.75 ANCC
  • 0.75 Attendance
  • 0.08 IACET CEU
Registration Opens: 
11/15/2025
Registration Expires: 
11/14/2027
Part of: 
Behind the Knife Podcast (July-Dec 2025)
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Virtual, NC
United States
  • Rashmi Kumar, MD, Ph
  • Melissa Pilewskie, MD
  • Stephanie Downs-Canner, MD
  • AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)
  • ANCC
  • Attendance
  • JA Credit - AH

Available Credit

  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • 0.75 ANCC
  • 0.75 Attendance
  • 0.08 IACET CEU
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