Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Continuing Education

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    Advancing Cancer Education for Healthcare Professionals

    At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a principal teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, we are committed to equipping healthcare professionals with the latest advances in cancer research, treatment, and care.

    Dana-Farber’s Continuing Education program supports the Institute’s mission to provide compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered cancer care while advancing scientific discovery that improves outcomes worldwide. As a leader in oncology, Dana-Farber fosters a learning environment where clinicians and interprofessional teams continually grow, collaborate, and innovate in service of patients and families.

    The Continuing Education program addresses the evolving educational needs of healthcare professionals through high-quality, evidence-informed learning activities that strengthen clinical practice, enhance scientific understanding, and support lifelong learning across the cancer care continuum.

    These activities are designed to improve knowledge, skills, clinical decision-making, interdisciplinary coordination, patient communication, and the integration of emerging evidence into practice. Expected results include improvements in learner competence, changes in performance, and measurable enhancements in patient outcomes.

    ACCME Accreditation

    Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

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    If you are a medical professional interested in participating in future Dana-Farber-accredited educational programs, we invite you to join our email list.

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    Other Continuing Education Opportunities

    In addition to activities available through Dana-Farber's Continuing Education program, we collaborate with partner institutions and organizations to expand access to continuing education across the healthcare community. Explore select offerings from our partners and affiliates.

    Training our Eyes, Minds and Hearts: Visual Thinking Strategies for Health Care Professionals

    Runs: October 7, 2026 – March 10, 2027
    Course format: Online in real time

    Acquire transformative, evidence-based tools for enhancing patient care, teamwork, and personal well-being in this immersive, accredited course.

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    Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapies Symposium 2026: Navigating a Rapidly Changing Landscape

    Runs: October 16, 2026
    Course format: In-Person at 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, or Live Online

    Join us in an overview of the current state and future direction of transplant, cellular, and gene therapies. Gain insights into emerging clinical advances, evolving care delivery models, and opportunities to enhance patient access and outcomes.

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    The Older Adult with Cancer: Personalizing Treatment Decisions

    Runs: October 16, 2026
    Course format: Online and In-Person (Philadelphia, PA)

    In conjunction with Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center and its Center for Cancer & Aging, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute presents this activity to discuss the latest advancements in personalized care and comprehensive assessments for older adults with cancer.

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    Updates to Cancer Survivorship: Optimizing Care and Outcomes

    Available: until January 28, 2028
    Course format: Online; self-paced

    This course is designed to educate clinicians on the latest advancements in cancer survivorship care, focusing on evidence-based strategies to enhance patient outcomes and address the unique needs of diverse cancer survivors.

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    Harvard Cancer Consortium Events and Resources

    Dana-Farber is a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School and founder of Harvard Cancer Consortium (HCC), a Comprehensive Cancer Center designated by the National Cancer Institute.

    Explore HCC's calendar of on-site educational opportunities for healthcare professionals, researchers and scientists, available through Dana-Farber and partnering institutions.