Hematologic Oncology | Specialty

The OncLive Hematology Oncology condition center page is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and expert insights on various hematologic malignancies, including leukemias, lymphomas, myeloproliferative neoplasms, multiple myeloma, and much more. This section features news articles, interviews in written and video format, and podcasts that focus on unmet needs, treatment advances, and ongoing research in hematologic cancers.

Medical Professionals and Social Networking: The Opportunities, Challenges, and Risks

April 11th 2011

The brave, (relatively) new world of social networking has presented even the medical community with challenges, but with a few precautions fellows can avoid some of the pitfalls associated with an online presence.

Landmark Genome Analysis to Drive Multiple Myeloma Research

March 28th 2011

Genome sequencing may help researchers understand the pathogenesis of this cancer, which despite exhaustive research, is only partially understood

Tool Maps a Rare Disease

March 28th 2011

A new tool for mapping disease severity and outcomes in patients with Gaucher disease (GD) may help physicians develop a standardized approach to treatment

Dr. Jabbour on Front-Line Treatments for CML

March 15th 2011

Elias Jabbour, MD, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Leukemia, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, discusses front-line treatments for CML, at the 2010 ASCO Annual Meeting.

Dr. Jabbour on Second-Generation TKIs in CML

March 15th 2011

Elias Jabbour, MD, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Leukemia, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, on second-generation TKIs for patients with CML, a cancer that starts inside bone marrow.

The Clinical and Economic Value of Rituximab for the Treatment of Hematologic Malignancies

March 15th 2011

Rituximab is a humanized monoclonal antibody that is used for the treatment of a wide variety of B-cell-derived hematologic malignancies

From the Editor: A Word of Welcome

March 15th 2011

In this role, I hope to help the journal achieve its mission in bringing readers high-quality, peer-reviewed research, provocative commentaries, and personal patient stories.

Dr. Pecora on his Personal Involvement in Research

March 15th 2011

Andrew L. Pecora, M.D., F.A.C.P., C.P.E. Chief Innovations Officer, Professor and Vice President of Cancer Services at John Theurer Cancer Center, on his personal involvement in research.

Dr. Berenson on the Study of Zometa in Multiple Myeloma

March 15th 2011

James R. Berenson, MD, Medical & Scientific Director; Institute for Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research, on a study of zoledronic acid (Zometa) in patients with multiple myeloma.

Dr. Siegel on the Cost of Cancer Care

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, on the escalating costs associated with cancer car

Dr. Siegel Discusses Ongoing Myeloma Clinical Trials

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, discusses ongoing myeloma clinical trials in the spring of 2011.

Dr. Siegel Discusses Accelerated Drug Approval

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, explains his thoughts on accelerated drug approvals.

Dr. Siegel on Biomarkers and Molecular Analysis

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, on biomarkers and molecular analysis.

Dr. Siegel on the PX-171-003-A1 Carfilzomib Study

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, explains a clinical trial that looked at the newly approved agent carfilzomib.

Dr. Siegel on His Presentation at the 2010 ASH Meeting

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, on his presentation at the 2010 American Society of Hematology (ASH) conference.

Dr. Siegel on the Practice Changes the Past 10 Years

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, on how his practice has changed over the past 10 years.

Dr. Siegel on Drugs Discussed at the 2010 ASH Meeting

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, Chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, on new drugs discussed at the 2010 American Society of Hematology Conference.

Dr. Siegel on the Carfilzomib FDA Approval Process

March 14th 2011

Dr. David Siegel from John Theurer Cancer Center on the Carfilzomib FDA Approval Process

Dr. Siegel on the Importance of Bisphosphonates

March 14th 2011

David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, chief, Multiple Myeloma at John Theurer Cancer Center, on the importance of bisphosphonates

Intensive Chemotherapy Boosts Prognosis in Older Teens With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

March 13th 2011

New data demonstrate that older adolescents with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) can be cured using risk-adjusted intensive chemotherapy without prophylactic cranial irradiation or routine stem cell transplantation.