Module 7: Spinal Tumours
This Spinal Tumours module of the Spine Surgery Education Programme from eccElearning deals with primary and secondary (metastasic) tumours of the spine and of the spinal canal. It is one of nine modules of the Spine Surgery Diploma.
It takes 2-3 months to complete with a study commitment of 7-9 hours per week.
You can work towards the Diploma in Spine Surgery in instalments by enrolling on and completing each Module and the Surgical Strategy Assessment.
CME Credits: Up to 57 CME Credits available
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Course Structure: Online lectures, with pre- and post- learning assessments, additional learning materials, live tutorial and module examination.
Study Commitment: 7-9 hours study per week
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Editor: Mr Marcin Czyz
Pricing & Enrolment
Select a package below to enrol and to see what’s included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately.
More information
The Essential Package of Module 7 includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference Material Abstracts
- 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
It does not include:
Downloadable Reference Material
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
More information
The Deluxe Package of Module 7 Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference list and Abstracts
- Downloadable Reference Material
- 57 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
Modules of the Diploma in Spine Surgery
This is one of nine Modules in the full Diploma in Spine Surgery. You can enrol on them individually to study specific topics in-depth, or to work towards the Diploma certification Module-by-Module.
What you will cover in this Module
This Module treats most of the rarely seen primary tumours, malignant as well as benign tumours such as osteoid osteoma, eosinophilic granuloma, giant cell tumors, aneurysmal bone cyst, Ewing Sarcoma, chondrosarcoma of the spine, as well as ependymoma and chordoma at the craniocervical junction and in the sacrum.
Different surgical technique issues are looked at for the different locations and neoplastic disease like multiple myeloma are equally presented, as are intradural extramedullary spinal tumours.
A whole section is dedicated to the diagnosis, staging and surgical treatment of metastatic spine disease and its results.
Learning Objectives
- Understand biology and pathophysiology of neoplastic conditions affecting the spinal column and associated neural structures.
- Enable case based selection of appropriate imaging and laboratory diagnostic work up for patients presenting with primary and secondary neoplastic conditions of the spinal column and associated neural structures
- Formulate evidence based treatment strategies for primary and secondary neoplastic conditions of the spine in accordance with principles of stability, curative or palliative intent and neoplastic aggression.
Lectures in this Module
You can browse the individual Lecture in this Module below, or download a PDF of our Diploma Lecture List.
Testimonials of our Module 7 Lectures
Module Editor
Marcin Czyz, MD
- Consultant Spinal Neurosurgeon, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham, UK
- Advisory Board, European Spine Journal
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Editor
Module 7 Spinal Tumours
Author
Diagnosis and Management of Osteoid Osteoma of the Spine
Diagnosis and management of Eosinophilic Granuloma of the spine
Stabilising and Corrective Surgery of the Thoracolumbar Spine in Ankylosing Spondylitis
Diagnosis and treatment of instability of the occipito-atlantoaxial spine in Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Module 7: Spinal Tumours
Pricing & Enrolment
Select a package below to enrol and to see what’s included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately.
More information
The Essential Package of Module 7 includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference Material Abstracts
- 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
It does not include:
Downloadable Reference Material
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
More information
The Deluxe Package of Module 7 Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference list and Abstracts
- Downloadable Reference Material
- 57 CME Credits – 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
Modules of the Diploma in Spine Surgery
This is one of nine Modules in the full Diploma in Spine Surgery. You can enrol on them individually to study specific topics in-depth, or to work towards the Diploma certification Module-by-Module.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is an eccElearning Module?
A: eccElearning Modules are in-depth surgical education courses focused on a specific area of expertise - for example, Spine Trauma or Spine Tumours. They contain 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures and all materials associated with them, including narrated Lecture presentations, assessments, downloadable references (Deluxe Package only), CME Credits and the Certificate Examination. You can work towards the full Spine Surgery Diploma by completing all the relevant Modules.
Q: What does a Module include?
A: Modules are made up of 13-23 online spine surgery Lectures relevant to the Module area. This means you get all online Lecture Presentations, downloadable references (Deluxe Packages only), pre- and post- learning assessments, CME Credits and the Module Examination. You will have access to all these materials for 3 months - if you buy subsequent Modules, access will extend up to a maximum of 24 Months.
Q: Who recognises the eccElearning courses?
A: All eccElearning Lectures are CME accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME), of the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes (UEMS). EACCME credits can be converted into an equivalent number of American Medical Association PRA Category 1 Credits, so you can be sure the qualification is recognised internationally. eccElearning is also endorsed by the European Spine Journal.
Q: Is there a final exam?
A: All our Modules have a final 1-hour Multiple-Choice Question Examination. The Examination is only able to be taken once all the Lecture Assessments for that Module have been completed successfully.
Q: Is there a time limit for completing a Module?
A: Yes, you have a study period of 3 Months, though typical completion time is 2 Months. If you buy subsequent Modules within this time, your access will be extended by a further 3 Months per Module, up to a maximum of 24 Months.
Q: Can I request an extension?
A: Extensions are possible in justifiable circumstances. Contact us via our feedback/enquiry form to discuss your case.
Q: Can I try before I buy?
A: Yes. A free trial Lecture is available for you to review. Just register at www.eccelearning.com and navigate to Your Free Demo Lecture.
Q: What payment methods are accepted?
A: All major credit and debit cards.
