Based on 2012 estimates, gastric or stomach cancer is the fifth most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world, responsible for 107,000 deaths in the European Union the same year.¹ As recognition of this need, ecancer has created a new online e-learning module aimed at oncologists, oncology nurses, or healthcare workers wanting to understand this disease better.

A promising avenue in the existing arsenal of gastric cancer drug targets is the focus on the role of vascular components within and around tumours, and the signalling systems emanating from capillary endothelial cells: anti-angiogenesis. But as a fast-moving field, is everyone up to date with the latest developments?

Featuring top-end research and insights from seven angiogenesis experts including Prof Giuseppe Curigliano, Prof Robert Kerbel and Prof Elisabetta Dejana, and created at the world famous European Institute of Oncology in Milan, the module contains cutting-edge data and opinions.

e-learning is increasingly recognised as the most effective, efficient and cost-effective approach for the future of continuing medical education (CME).

Prof Peter Henning of Karlsruhe University stated during the 2014 European CME Forum ‘There has to be a change in the idea of the medical societies which are looking on continuing education [e-learning] because they should realise that in front of a computer, if you’re using the proper programmes and simulations and video clips you learn faster and more efficiently and even more cheaply, actually, than by traditional means.’²

As a non-profit organisation who believes in providing open access education to all, ecancer has made this resource available for free.

The e-learning course also awards 1 EACCME point on completion, so sign up now – and keep on top of the latest developments in this fascinating area from the convenience of your home or office.

References
¹ World Cancer Research Fund International http://www.wcrf.org/int/cancer-facts-figures/worldwide-data
² http://ecancer.org/video/3419/the-future-of-e-learning-technology-in-continuing-medical-education.php