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Chuong Discusses the Importance of MRI-Guided Radiotherapy in Cancer

September 14th 2023

Dr Chuong discusses the evolution of MRI-guided radiation in the cancer treatment armamentarium, the benefits of the MRIdian SMART system, and how Miami Cancer Institute is leading the way with trainings to expand the use of this technology.

Fonkoua Sheds Light on Liver Cancer Clinical Trial Disparities

September 11th 2023

Dr Fonkoua discusses the ways in which common clinical trial enrollment criteria in oncology exclude patients from underrepresented groups, enrollment disparities that uniquely affect patients with liver cancer, and initiatives that Mayo Clinic is participating in to eliminate barriers to clinical trial enrollment.

FDA Approval Insights: Talquetamab in Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma

September 7th 2023

Dr Minnema discusses the FDA approval of talquetamab in patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, key data from the MonumenTAL-1 trial, and the importance of designing clinical trials to address unmet patient needs.

Usmani Highlights the Role of Bispecific Antibodies in Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma

September 4th 2023

Dr Usmani discusses the integration of elranatamab, talquetamab, and telcistamab into the management of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, common adverse effects and recommended supportive care measures, and ongoing research that may help clarify their role in the paradigm.

Kelley Discusses Efficacy and Safety Considerations With the STRIDE Regimen in HCC

August 31st 2023

Dr Kelley discusses standard first-line treatment options for patients with advanced HCC, key findings from the phase 3 HIMALAYA trial, and the safety profile of the STRIDE regimen in this population.

FDA Approval Insights: Dostarlimab Plus Chemotherapy in dMMR/MSI-H Advanced Endometrial Cancer

August 28th 2023

Dr Mirza discusses the FDA approval of dostarlimab plus chemotherapy in patients with dMMR/MSI-H primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer; key efficacy and safety findings from the RUBY trial, and ongoing research investigating the role of frontline immune checkpoint inhibitors in patients with endometrial cancer.

Camidge and Vokes Reflect on Research Journeys, Team Building, and Mentorship

August 24th 2023

In this episode of "How This Is Building Me," Drs Camidge and Vokes discuss the span of countries and institutions along Dr Vokes’ journey to MD Anderson Cancer Center, how Dr Vokes balances research and work in the clinic, and how the correct mentors can help shape career paths in oncology.

FDA Approval Insights: Quizartinib in Newly Diagnosed, FLT3-ITD+ AML

August 21st 2023

Dr Sekeres discusses the FDA approval of quizartinib plus chemotherapy in patients with newly diagnosed, FLT3-ITD–positive AML, key efficacy and safety data from the QuANTUM-First trial, and how this quizartinib regimen addresses an unmet need for older patients in this population.

Trent Breaks Down Mutation Testing and ctDNA Monitoring in GIST

August 17th 2023

Dr Trent discusses the need for improved awareness around mutation testing in GIST, the limitations of current clinical trial criteria, and the potential for ctDNA to become a longitudinal cancer monitoring tool, helping to prevent invasive means of measuring disease progression.

Bhatnagar Spotlights Ongoing Uproleselan Investigations in AML

August 14th 2023

Dr Bhatnagar discusses the prior and ongoing studies evaluating the addition of uproleselan to standard-of-care regimens for patients with AML, why uproleselan could affect the treatment paradigm across AML subtypes, and the rationale for pursuing minimal residual disease negativity as a clinical end point in AML.

Sanai Spotlights Meningioma Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Research Needs

August 10th 2023

Dr Sanai discusses the prevalence and grading of malignant meningiomas; common symptoms associated with these tumors; treatment modalities for high-grade disease; and more.

Danish Discusses the Benefits of SCINTIX Biology-Guided Radiotherapy in Metastatic Lung and Bone Cancers

August 7th 2023

Dr Danish discusses barriers to using radiotherapy for the treatment of patients with metastatic lung and bone cancers; the novel capabilities of SCINTIX biology-guided technology; and how John Theurer Cancer Center plans to use this technology and help advance its role in the field of radiation oncology.

FDA Approval Insights: Glofitamab in Relapsed/Refractory Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma

August 3rd 2023

Dr Carlo-Stella discusses the FDA approval of glofitamab in relapsed/refractory DLBCL, key efficacy and safety findings from the NP30179 trial, and the benefits of glofitamab’s mechanism of action.

Trent Talks Through Potential Clinical Applications and Future Directions for MRD in GIST

July 31st 2023

Dr Trent discusses the current role and significance of using MRD in gastrointestinal stromal tumor, current guidelines around mutation testing, and research seeking to expand the targeted therapy armamentarium.

Camidge and Abbott Discuss the Role of the Biotechnology Analyst in Drug Development

July 27th 2023

In this episode of ‘How This is Building Me,’ Drs Camidge and Abbott discuss the road from bench scientist to biotechnology analyst, rules and regulations in the industry, and more.

Advances in Early-Stage Breast Cancer Pull Biology and Biomarkers Into Focus

July 25th 2023

As new data emerge in breast cancer, stepping back from the updates and shedding light on the standard practices as they exist in the clinic are crucial approaches to management of the disease.

Lunning and Kamdar Debate the Role of Pola-R-CHP in Treatment-Naïve DLBCL

July 24th 2023

Dr Lunning sits down with Kamdar to discuss the design of the POLARIX trial, the ways in which its results have changed their practice when treating patients with DLBCL, and the importance of further research investigating the molecular heterogeneity of DLBCL to determine potential causes of early relapse with pola-R-CHP.

Khan and Kwendakwema Discuss Financial Toxicity in Patients With Cancer

July 20th 2023

Drs Khan and Kwendakwema discuss the methods and design of two studies investigating adverse financial events in patients with cancer, the future implications of these findings, and the importance of continued investigation in this area.

FDA Approval Insights: Talazoparib Plus Enzalutamide in HRR Gene–Mutated mCRPC

July 17th 2023

Dr Agarwal discusses the significance of the FDA approval of talazoparib plus enzalutamide in HRR gene–mutated mCRPC, key efficacy and safety data from the TALAPRO-2 trial, and how this combination further supports the use of PARP inhibitors in the mCRPC treatment paradigm.

Lunning and Abramson Spotlight Developments and Challenges in LBCL Research and Management

July 13th 2023

Dr Lunning sits down with Jeremy Abramson, MD, to discuss treatment options for patients with LBCL following relapse on their initial therapies, the potential role of surveillance imaging in certain subsets of this population, and the challenging differences that arise when treating patients with cellular therapy in clinical trials vs in the real-world setting.