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Panel: Timely Colonoscopy Follow-Up to Positive (Abnormal) Non-Colonoscopy Tests
Course Information

Course Description
The American Cancer Society (ACS) National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT) is committed to improving screening rates for colorectal cancer. Join a panel discussion of health care leaders who are currently working to achieve this common goal. Learn about four health systems’ strategies, successes, challenges, and future plans for improving colonoscopy screening for individuals who have received abnormal test results from non-colonoscopy tests.

This free CEU, which includes the panel discussion and additional resources, is courtesy of the ACS NCCRT, an AAMA partner, and Exact Sciences.

Course Contributors
Moderator
Gloria Coronado, PhD
Associate Director for Population Sciences, University of Arizona Cancer Center; ACS NCCRT Vice-Chair Elect

Speakers
John Kennedy, MD
President, AMGA Foundation; Chief Medical Officer, AMGA Nkem Akinsoto, MSc-PH, Assistant Director, Population Health, Primary Care & Population Health, University of Washington Physicians Network

Rebecca Kaltman, MD
Executive Director and Endowed Chair, Inova Saville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center, Inova Health System

Joseph J. Perez, MD
Family Medicine and Associate Medical Director Quality Assurance and Patient Safety, Lehigh Valley Health Network; Assistant Professor Family Medicine, University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Key Takeaways
  • Describe current colorectal cancer screening recommendations for average-risk adults.
  • Compare stool-based tests and visual screening options for colorectal cancer.
  • Recognize the importance of timely screening and early detection.
  • Identify barriers that contribute to screening gaps among eligible adults.
  • Apply shared decision-making techniques when discussing screening options with patients.
  • Discuss patient education strategies that encourage screening participation and follow-through.
Intended Audience
This bundle is designed for medical assistants, CMA (AAMA) professionals, allied health professionals, and ambulatory care team members who support preventive care initiatives. Learners will gain practical tools to educate patients, discuss colorectal cancer screening options, promote shared decision-making, and help improve screening adherence and early cancer detection.
Retake Information
Please note that retakes for this online course require repurchase.
Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Access expires 14 days after start
Cost:
FREE
CEU Offered:
1 Gen/Adm/Clin CEU
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