Tumor Section - Spine Oncology: Developing a Spine Oncology Program Pearls and Pitfalls
Overview
The AANS/CNS Tumor Section Webinars series covers a wide range of topics. This webinar will cover how to start and build a spine oncology practice and program.  We will discuss the Pearls and Pitfalls of looking at spine oncology positions what questions to ask to maximise sucsess.  We will discuss how this works in different hospital settings.
Faculty
Speaker
  • Ahmed Meleis, MD
  • John Shin, MD
Moderator
  • Nicholas Scerlip, MD
Planner
  • Nicholas Szerlip, MD
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
1. Discuss the basics of spinal radiation
2. Describe the indications of spinal radiation.
3. Explain how spinal radiation contributes to the paradigm of treating both primary and metastatic spine tumors.
Accreditation Statement
The AANS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The AANS designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity was published in September 2025. Credit may be obtained until 09/16/2026.
Disclosure Information
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AANS must ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its sponsored educational activities. In accordance with the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Education, the AANS is required to disclose to the activity audience the relevant financial relationships of the planners, faculty and any other individual in a position to control content of this activity.

The content of this activity is not related to products or services of an ACCME-defined ineligible company; therefore, there is no opportunity to insert bias due to financial relationships.

Disclaimer
The opinions expressed in this educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of the AANS. This educational activity does not endorse one particular type of instrumentation, nor is it intended to dictate an exclusive course of management. It presents one of numerous recognized methods of clinical practice for consideration for incorporation into practice. Variations of practice taking into account the needs of the individual patient, resources, and limitations unique to the institution or type of practice may be appropriate. Disclosure about patient confidentiality, standards of care, or course of management does not imply endorsement or disapproval of products.

Please note: It is recognized that the use of non-FDA approved devices is described in some of the published material, but these techniques are often the standard of care and may be of value to the patients we serve.
Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Expires on Sep 16, 2026
Cost:
FREE
Credit Offered:
1 CME Credit
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