Authors


Brett L. Ecker, MD

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The Effect of Multidisciplinary Teams for Advancing Research in NETs

Brett L. Ecker, MD, discusses the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in improving patient outcomes in neuroendocrine tumors.


Xianyan Chen, MD

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Survival of Patients With Inoperable Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer With Baseline Severe Pulmonary Dysfunction: Impacts of Thoracic Radiotherapy and Predictive Analysis for Acute Radiation Pneumonitis

Qianyue Deng, MD, and colleagues examine the efficacy of thoracic radiotherapy for the treatment of unresectable non-small cell lung cancer.



A. Gabriella Wernicke, MD, MSc

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ctDNA Data in Gynecologic Cancer RT Population May Be Hypothesis-Generating

A prospective trial may help affirm ctDNA as a non-invasive option of predicting responses to radiotherapy among those with gynecologic cancers.


Joanna L. Langner, MS

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Evaluation and Management of Testicular Cancer After Late Relapse

The clinical quandary by Langer et al discusses a contralateral late relapse of the original right nonseminomatous germ cell tumors.


Seth Felder, MD

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Which Treatment for Which Patient: Rectal Cancer Management After PROSPECT Trial

Determining treatment options for patients with locally advanced rectal cancer after the PROSPECT trial data readout adds an important level to the decision-making process.



Russ Conroy

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Belzutifan Improves Disease-Specific Symptoms/QOL vs Everolimus in RCC

Time to deterioration in physical functioning and role functioning was similar among those receiving belzutifan vs everolimus for renal cell carcinoma.


Caroline Seymour

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Niraparib/Bevacizumab Maintenance Sustains HRQOL in Advanced Ovarian Cancer

Results from the OVARIO trial found HRQOL maintained with niraparib/bevacizumab maintenance in patients with advanced ovarian cancer.



Hannah Clarke

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EV-302 PRO Outcomes Find Consistent Efficacy Data in Urothelial Carcinoma

Patient-reported outcomes from the EV-302 trial found consistent efficacy and safety outcomes for patients with urothelial carcinoma.


Shebli Atrash, MD

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Clinical Scenario: Implementation of Bispecific Therapy for Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma in a Community Center

Panelists discuss how community centers can effectively implement bispecific antibody therapy for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, addressing challenges such as staff training, patient monitoring, and managing potential adverse events in a non-academic setting.



Lisa Adams, PA-C

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Advanced Bladder Cancer: Future Directions in Care

Closing out their panel on advanced bladder cancer management, key opinion leaders share their excitement for future evolutions within the treatment landscape.


Meletios A. Dimopoulos, MD

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Meletios A. Dimopoulos, MD, on the Future of a Combination Therapy in Multiple Myeloma

Meletios A. Dimopoulos, MD, discussed the reassuring aspects and future implications of the phase III Boston study examining a new combination therapy to treat patients with multiple myeloma.


Hideaki Bando, MD

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Comparing GOZILA and COLOMATE: Ongoing Umbrella/Basket Trials Examining Genetic Testing in Gastrointestinal Malignancies

Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA)-based next- generation sequencing (NGS) assays have advantages over classic tissue-based analyses because of their low invasiveness and availability of repeated sampling. The existence of various companion trials for common alterations that can be potential therapy targets on the 2 platforms can lead to future international collaboration.



Lauren M. Perry, MD, MAS

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Locoregional Liver-Directed Therapies to Treat Unresectable Colorectal Liver Metastases: A Review

This review article written by Nikia R. McFadden, MD, MAS, et al, discusses which therapies are best to treat unresectable colorectal liver metastases.


Jong Gwang Kim, MD, PhD

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Circulating Tumor DNA as a Predictive Biomarker for Clinical Outcomes With Margetuximab and Pembrolizumab in Pretreated HER2-Positive Gastric/ Gastroesophageal Adenocarcinoma

Daniel V. T. Catenacci, MD, and colleagues present findings from a study of circulating tumor DNA as a predictive biomarker for gastric and gastroesophageal cancer.



Wade Iams, MD

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Other Trials and Emerging Data in EGFR-Mutant NSCLC Treatment: Anticipating the Future Treatment Landscape

Medical oncologists discuss the overall research landscape in advanced EGFR-mutant NSCLC, highlighting exciting trials and emerging data in the evolving treatment space.


Rahul Banerjee, MD, FACP

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Key CAR T and Transplantation Presentations From The 2025 Tandem Meeting

Shernan Holtan, MD, and Rahul Banerjee, MD, FACP, discussed various trials of significance shared as posters and presentations at the 2025 Tandem Meeting.


Bachar Dergham, MD

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Genomic Predictors Associated With Exceptional Response to Systemic Therapy in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer

Suneel K. Kamath, MD, et al investigated exceptional responders and the correlation of nonsynonymous mutations for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer.


Steven Wexner, MD, PhD

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Ensuring Quality Rectal Cancer Surgery at NAPRC-Accredited Institutions

Surgical oncologists from Cleveland Clinic discuss the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer and its aim to improve patient outcomes.


Jay Yang, MD

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Cross Q&A: Role of Belantamab Mafodotin in MM

The panel discusses the efficacy of belantamab mafoditin and where the treatment fits in the multiple myeloma treatment landscape.


Melody R. Becnel, MD

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Telehealth and Treatment Selection: Highlights From an Expert Panel on Multiple Myeloma

A Satellite Sessions program panel at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center discusses topics in multiple myeloma including the selection of triplet vs quadruplet treatment regimens and optimizing outcomes in the maintenance setting.



Heather Moore, CPP, PharmD

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Looking Ahead: Future Perspectives and Unmet Need in HER+ Breast Cancer

The panelists conclude their discussion on HER2-positive breast cancer by underscoring the importance of preventive measures for brain metastases, enhanced strategies for managing leptomeningeal disease, and improved approaches to handle treatment-related toxicity.



Ella Achenbach

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Characterization of Blood-Based Molecular Profiling in Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma

Molecular profiling is being explored in pancreatic adenocarcinoma as a tool to assist with early detection, prognosis, and patient selection in targeted therapy clinical trials.