1. Describe national and local efforts to decrease the burden of colon cancer in support of the 80% by 2018 National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable initiative
2. Discuss colorectal cancer screening guidelines and approved screening modalities
3. Provide evidence based strategies to increase colorectal cancer screening rates in the District of Columbia
4. Discuss best practices for patient engagement and implementation of quality improvement interventions at the clinic level

This Enduring Material activity, Colorectal Cancer Professional Development Webcast Series, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 8.00 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Term of approval begins 03/01/2017 . Term of approval is for one year from this date. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the following organizations/physician licensing boards. This acceptance is confirmed each year, though no written agreement exists. Participants should contact these organizations directly to find out how to report credit:

The District of Columbia Academy of Family Physicians is pleased to bring you the Colorectal Cancer Professional Development series in partnership with District of Columbia Department of Health, the American Cancer Society, and the DC Primary Care Association.  This program is funded wholly, or in part, by the Government of the District of Columbia, Department of Health, Community Health Administration. All webinars are free to attend.