Tobacco and Lung Cancer Disparities in LGBTQIA+ Populations

June 12, 2024

LGBTQIA+ populations are not discretely discussed as it pertains to Lung Cancer.  Research indicates that there is a disproportionate rate of smoking among members of LGBTQIA+, however, there is a lack of information reported regarding lung cancer and LGBT individuals as it is not obtained within the registries.  Ideal practice would be to obtain that information from the onset to better target tobacco cessation and lung cancer screening within this community.

Lack of education and trust among LGBTQIA+ individuals and healthcare institutions can play a major factor in this gap.  Additionally, there is a lack of reliable information  obtained regarding the sexual orientation of patient populations, especially within lung cancer registries.  This activity seeks to build trust and confidence among providers and clinical staff to treat and provide care for LGBTQIA+ individuals, resulting in better care for this patient population.

Target Audience

All City of Hope staff.

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize the disparities with LGBTQIA+ populations as it pertains to lung cancer and access to healthcare.
  • Respectfully treat and manage the care of LGBTQIA+ patients and comfortably use/ask for pronouns. 
  • Examine City of Hope offerings for smoking-cessation and management of lung screening patient populations. 
  • Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e., race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).
Activity summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
    City of Hope designates this Tobacco and Lung Cancer Disparities in LGBTQIA+ Populations for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ requirements. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Attendance
Activity opens: 
06/12/2024
Activity expires: 
06/14/2024
Event starts: 
06/12/2024 - 11:00am PDT
Event ends: 
06/12/2024 - 12:00pm PDT
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Dan J. Raz, MD   Associate Professor, Department of Surgery; Co-Director, Lung Cancer and Thoracic Oncology Program; Director, Lung Cancer Screening; City of Hope

Shannon Kozlovich, PhD  Project Director, National LGBT Cancer Network

Presenters: Dr. Kozlovich has indicated no relevant financial relationships. Dr. Raz has indicated the following relevant financial relationships: Consultant for Genentech. 

Planner: Logan Caldwell, MPH; David Price, MHA, BSB;  Julie Samara, have indicated no relevant financial relationships.

The educational content has been peer-reviewed, an attestation on file and no conflicts were noted.

CME Committee/Reviewer no relevant financial relationships:  Daneng Li, MD

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT: City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CREDIT DESIGNATION: City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

The following credit type(s) are being offered for this course:

•  AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™  1.0

The following may apply AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for license renewal:

Registered Nurses: Nurses may report up to 1.0 credit hours toward the continuing education requirements for license renewal by their state Board of Registered Nurses (BRN). AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ may be noted on the license renewal application in lieu of a BRN provider number.

Physician Assistants: The National Commission on Certification of Physicians Assistants states that AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ accredited courses are acceptable for CME requirements for recertification.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
    City of Hope designates this Tobacco and Lung Cancer Disparities in LGBTQIA+ Populations for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ requirements. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Attendance
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