The specialization of oncology professionals achieves improvements in the treatment of patients, so it is essential that they continue their specialization throughout their working life" 

Rare digestive tumors include a heterogeneous variety of pathologies with very different diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic approaches. According to the World Health Organization classification, the following tumors are included in this category: small bowel, Tumours appendicular, anal canal carcinoma, liver and intrahepatic bile duct tumors, gallbladder and extrahepatic bile duct neoplasms, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors.  

In many cases, in the absence of clinical trials due to the small number of patients, therapeutic management is usually based on the extrapolation of existing data for neoplasms of similar location and higher frequency, as is the case with small bowel and colon cancer. However, more and more frequently, the molecular approach allows for effective treatment with targeted therapies, such as in the case of GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumors) or more recently bile duct carcinomas. In this postgraduate certificate there is a deep and exhaustive review of these subgroups of neoplasms, which will allow the student to handle a deep knowledge about this pathology.  

On the other hand, this specialization also includes two other areas of knowledge: thyroid cancer and neuroendocrine tumors. Thyroid cancer is rare, accounting for less than 1% of all malignant tumors. Whereas neuroendocrine tumors constitute a heterogeneous group of tumors that are defined as epithelial neoplasms with predominantly neuroendocrine differentiation. Although the most frequent locations are the pancreas, digestive tract and lung, this type of neoplasm can arise in practically any organ of the body.  

In this program, the experts, all of them referents in each area of knowledge, will develop aspects related to the context of this spectrum of pathologies, will present the clinical and molecular vision of the same, will show their diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and will explain complementary aspects such as their research and institutional environment or the global reality of the patients who suffer from them. 

Students will be able to take the postgraduate certificate at their own pace, without being subject to fixed schedules or the travel involved in classroom training, so they will be able to combine it with the rest of their daily obligations. 

Learn about the latest developments in this type of pathologies and you will notice how you advance in your daily work"

The postgraduate certificate in Uncommon Digestive Tumors. Digestive Neuroendocrine Tumors. Thyroid Cancer contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features of the specialization are: 

• The development of case studies presented by experts in oncology  
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice. 
• News on rare digestive tumors, digestive neuroendocrine tumors and thyroid cancer 
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning. 
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the approach of this type of tumors 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection 

This postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge, you will obtain a qualification endorsed by the main online university in Spanish: TECH”

Its teaching staff includes professionals belonging to the field of psychology, who bring to this specialization the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities. 

Its Multimedia Content, elaborated with the latest Educational Technology, will allow the Professional a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a Simulated Environment that will provide an immersive specialization programmed to train in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. To do so, the professional will be assisted by a novel interactive video system developed by renowned and experienced experts in rare digestive tumors, neuroendocrine tumors and thyroid cancer.  

This specialisation comes with the best didactic material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This postgraduate certificate 100% online course will allow you to combine your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The postgraduate certificate in Uncommon Digestive Tumors. Digestive Neuroendocrine Tumors. Thyroid Cancer is aimed at facilitating the medical professional's performance with the latest advances and most innovative treatments in the sector.   

Our goal is to achieve academic excellence and help you achieve professional success"

Objetivos Generales

• Acquire concepts and knowledge regarding the epidemiology, clinical, diagnosis and treatment of infrequent tumors, agnostic diagnoses and cancers of unknown origin 
• Know how to apply the diagnostic algorithms and evaluate the prognosis of this pathology  
• Be able to integrate knowledge and face the complexity of formulating clinical and diagnostic judgments based on the available clinical information
• Know how to apply acquired knowledge and problem-solving skills in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to the area of study 
• Know how to establish complex therapeutic plans in the context of the pathology in question Have a deeper knowledge of specific treatment networks, reference centers, clinical trials  
• Incorporate new technologies into daily practice, knowing their advances, limitations and future potential  
• Acquire knowledge about molecular biology tools for the study of these tumors  
• Have thorough knowledge and use of Tumor Registries  
• Know and use the face-to-face or virtual Molecular Committees  
• Understand fundamental aspects of biobank operation  
• Specialize in interprofessional relationship tools for the treatment of orphan, agnostic and cancer of unknown origin and to access expert networks in the different pathology groups 
• Know how to apply knowledge to solve clinical and research problems in the area of rare pathology  
• Know how to communicate conclusions, knowledge, and supporting arguments to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous way  
• Acquire the learning skills to enable further studying in a largely selfdirected or autonomous manner  
• Possess and understand knowledge that provides a basis or opportunity to be original in the development and/or application of ideas, often in a research context  
• Understand the social responsibility due to rare diseases 

Specific Objectives

• In-depth knowledge of a heterogeneous group of pathologies with very different diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic approaches, including: small bowel tumors, appendicular tumors, anal canal carcinoma, liver and intrahepatic bile duct tumors, gallbladder and extrahepatic bile duct neoplasms, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors.  
• Acquire skills in the molecular approach to enable effective treatment with targeted therapies, such as GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumors) or more recently biliary tract carcinomas.  
• Study thyroid cancer and neuroendocrine tumors Acquire the ability to diagnose and treat this group of neoplasms  
• Specialize in neuroendocrine tumors and acquire competence in their approach in the context of the multidisciplinary team  

If your goal is to become a healthcare professional capable of communicating fluently in English, this program is for you"