The Role of the Primary Care Provider in Colorectal Cancer Prevention

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There is no cost to participate. This on-demand course will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. After the assessment, learners will be asked to complete an activity with a passing score of 75%.

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Once you register for the course, you will have 30 days from the date of enrollment to complete the course. The date your access expires will be indicated in the Course Summary box on this webpage.
 

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals.

Description

The purpose of this program is to expand provider knowledge of colorectal cancer screening modalities and improve patient adherence to screening guidelines established by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society. Strengthening provider understanding and patient participation can help reduce the growing incidence of colorectal cancer among adults under 55. The program also highlights the role of dietary counseling as a practical, non-invasive approach that can be incorporated into clinical practice to support better patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe and compare different screening modalities for colorectal cancer.
  2. Apply current colorectal cancer screening guidelines and dietary interventions to a clinical scenario.
  3. Determine which screening modality is appropriate for a patient in a clinical scenario.
  4. Create a plan to integrate dietary counseling or to improve current CRC screening counseling in clinical practice.

Speaker

Isabell Hobbs
Physician Assistant Student, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Faculty Advisor

Danielle Horgen, MMS, PA-C
Assistant Professor, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Program, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Ms. Horgen has reviewed the slides for completeness, clinical accuracy, and recommended action. 

Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Recording date: October 23, 2025
Date of original release: October 28, 2025
Most recent review/update: October 28, 2025
Termination date: October 27, 2028

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • 0.75 AOA Category 2­B
  • 0.75 CE Contact Hour(s)
Course opens: 
10/28/2025
Course expires: 
10/27/2028
Cost:
$0.00

Accreditation Statements

  • MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this enduring materials activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 AOA Category 2-B credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
  • Other Healthcare Professionals: This activity is designated for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Educational Grants

No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. 

Disclosures

The planning committee member(s) and speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals or medical procedures and devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers. 

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

  • Isabell Hobbs - Speaker
  • Danielle Horgen, MMS, PA-C - Faculty Advisor and Content Reviewer

Disclaimer

The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition.

Available Credit

  • 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • 0.75 AOA Category 2­B
  • 0.75 CE Contact Hour(s)

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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