Rounding at Rush spotlights the work of physicians across the Rush University System for Health, comprised of two community hospitals and Rush University Medical Center, which is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s best hospitals. As a leading health system, Rush delivers outstanding patient care, offers the latest treatments, educates the next generation of health care providers, and pursues groundbreaking research. Accreditation Statement In support of improving patient care, Rush University Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the health care team. This activity is being presented without bias and with/without commercial support. Designation Statement Rush University Medical Center designates this internet enduring material activity for a maximum of One (1) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Disclosures The course director(s), planner(s), faculty and reviewer(s) of this activity have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
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Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center offers leading-edge treatments for GI cancers, including targeted therapies, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and minimally invasive surgical options. Our multidisciplinary team of medical oncologists, gastroenterologists, surgical oncologists, colorectal surgeons and interventional radiologists work together to provide our patients with tailored treatment plans to each patient’s specific diagnosis and needs.
Audrey Kam, MD, is the director of GI medical oncology at RUSH MD Anderson, as well as the research director of GI medical oncology at RUSH MD Anderson. She specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers including colorectal, esophageal, gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic and stomach cancers.
Sam Pappas, MD, is the Division Chief of Surgical Oncology at Rush University Medical Center. He specializes in treating upper abdominal cancers, including ones in the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver and bile duct.
“We love collaborating in immediate proximity to each other within RUSH MD Anderson. This helps to ensure coordinated, multidisciplinary discussions that are patient-focused,” explains Dr. Pappas.
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