August 2025
Colorectal Cancer: Screening and Diagnosis
Jason Domagalski, MD, FAAFP; Medical Director, Physician Assistant Residency, Primary Care Clinic, Clement J. Zablocki VA Hospital, Milwaukee, WI
Learning Objectives
1. Understand the epidemiology and risk factors of colorectal cancer (CRC)
2. List the recommended screening methods for CRC and their advantages and limitations
3. Describe the clinical guidelines for CRC screening in the United States
4. Develop patient-centered communication skills to effectively encourage patients to participate in CRC screening programs
5. Implement strategies to bridge the care gap between preventative care and CRC screening within the healthcare practice
Activity Disclosures
This educational activity is supported by an independent medical educational grant from Exact Sciences.
Jason Domagalski, MD, FAAFP reported no disclosures or conflicts of interest. This activity underwent review in line with standards of editorial integrity and publication ethics. Potential conflicts of interest have been identified and resolved in accordance with John Wiley and Sons, Inc.’s Policy on Activity Disclosure and Conflict of Interest. The primary resolution method was review by an unconflicted expert. For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact [email protected].
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