Cancer Screening in Older Adults: Guidelines and Controversies

Moderators: Arti Hurria, MD and Arash Naeim, MD, PhD
Developed by the Cancer and Aging Special Interest Group.
Learning Objectives: (1) explain the guidelines and current controversies regarding breast, prostate, and colon cancer screening for older adults; (2) consider life expectancy, functional status, and patient preferences when making screening decisions for older adults; and (3) develop a systematic way to think about the benefits and risks of breast, prostate, and colon cancer screening for older adults.

Prostate Cancer Screening
William Dale, MD, PhD

Breast Cancer Screening
Louise C. Walters, MD

Colon Cancer Screening
Aanand D. Naik, MD