Multiple Myeloma | Specialty

Dr. Mehta on Stem Cell Transplant in Multiple Myeloma

November 10th 2017

Jayesh Mehta, MD, professor of medicine (hematology and oncology), Feinberg School of Medicine, discusses stem cell transplant in multiple myeloma.

Dr. Kumar on Updates to Treatment for Patients With High-Risk Myeloma

November 9th 2017

Shaji Kumar, MD, professor of medicine, Mayo Clinic, discusses updates to the treatment paradigm of high-risk multiple myeloma in an interview during the 2017 Chemotherapy Foundation Symposium.

Better Outcomes in High-Risk Multiple Myeloma

November 9th 2017

Because genetic abnormalities play a role in multiple myeloma, it is important to understand these better to improve outcomes, particularly for high-risk patients, said Shaji K. Kumar, MD.

Optimal Combinations, Sequences Being Explored in Multiple Myeloma

November 7th 2017

Adam Waxman, MD, discusses emerging regimens for patients with multiple myeloma.

Dr. Mikhail on Ongoing Clinical Trials for Patients With Myeloma

November 7th 2017

Sameh Mikhail, MD, medical oncologist, The Mark H. Zangmeister Cancer Center, discusses ongoing clinical trials for patients with myeloma.

Triplet Regimens, Maintenance Therapy New Standards for Multiple Myeloma

November 3rd 2017

Alfred L. Garfall, MD, MS, discussed the treatment and management of patients with multiple myeloma, with a focus on maintenance therapy, CAR T-cell therapy, and the role of transplant.

Personalized Medicine Moving to Forefront of Hematologic Malignancies

November 3rd 2017

Edward A. Stadtmauer, MD, sheds light on the future of chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, systemic therapeutic advances in the field of acute myeloid leukemia, and remaining challenges in the multiple myeloma paradigm.

Dr. Stadtmauer on Current Challenges With Multiple Myeloma

November 3rd 2017

FDA Grants BCMA Antibody-Drug Conjugate Breakthrough Status for Myeloma

November 2nd 2017

The FDA has granted GSK2857916 a breakthrough therapy designation for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma.

Dr. Hofmeister Discusses Sequencing Treatment in Myeloma

October 31st 2017

Craig Hofmeister, MD, associate professor, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses sequencing treatment in multiple myeloma.

Expert Sheds Light on Role of Combinations, Transplant in Myeloma

October 27th 2017

Jayesh Mehta, MD, discusses combination therapies in multiple myeloma, as well as the continued importance of stem cell transplant.

Dr. Rosko on Treatment for Elderly Patients With Multiple Myeloma

October 27th 2017

Ashley Rosko, MD, assistant professor in the Division of Internal Medicine, Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses treatment for elderly patients with multiple myeloma.

Dr. Mehta Discusses Combinations in Multiple Myeloma

October 26th 2017

Jayesh Mehta, MD, professor of medicine (Hematology and Oncology), Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, discusses combining agents in multiple myeloma.

Carfilzomib Effective in Myeloma at Less Frequent, Higher Dose

October 24th 2017

Higher-dose, once-weekly carfilzomib (Kyprolis) demonstrated superior efficacy for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma compared with a lower-dose, twice-weekly regimen.

Lenalidomide Maintenance Post-ASCT Improves Survival in Myeloma

October 13th 2017

Maintenance therapy with lenalidomide following autologous stem-cell transplantation conferred a survival benefit for patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma.

Dr. Kumar on Properly Managing Patients With Multiple Myeloma

October 13th 2017

Shaji K. Kumar, MD, professor of medicine, Mayo Clinic, discusses properly managing patients with multiple myeloma.

VCD Induction Induces High Response Rates in Myeloma

October 12th 2017

Induction therapy with bortezomib, cyclophosphamide, and dexamethasone induced strong response rates in treatment-naïve patients with multiple myeloma.

Strategies Explored to Enhance Treatment of Elderly Myeloma Patients

October 12th 2017

Ashley Rosko, MD, discusses available therapies, others under investigation, and supportive care methods being utilized for patients with multiple myeloma.

Dr. Callander Discusses Combinations in Multiple Myeloma

October 11th 2017

Natalie S. Callander, MD, professor of medicine at the Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, discusses combinations in multiple myeloma.

Dr. Callander on Treatment Considerations in Multiple Myeloma

October 10th 2017

Natalie S. Callander, MD, professor of medicine at the Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, discusses treatment considerations in relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma.