Authors


Marie Carlo, MD

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Conclusions: Lenvatinib + Pembrolizumab or Everolimus for Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma

Brian Rini, MD, summarizes the thoughts of his colleagues on the use of lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab to treat advanced renal cell carcinoma.


Andrew H Lipsky, MD

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Interpretation and Clinical Implications of SEQUOIA Arm D Results in CLL/SLL

Experts discuss the growing role of time-limited Bruton tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor plus venetoclax therapy for high-risk chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)—particularly in patients with deletion 17p—emphasizing the SEQUOIA R&D data that support flexible, minimal residual disease (MRD)-guided treatment durations and all-oral regimens as effective, convenient, and patient-centered options for achieving deep, durable responses.



John H. Strickler, MD

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Future Directions: ctDNA Testing and Management of the CRC Patient

Experts discuss how the evolving landscape of patient access to medical information challenges clinicians to stay current and communicate effectively, while emphasizing the expanding role of circulating tumor DNA testing across multiple cancers—offering more precise, personalized treatment guidance and paving the way for earlier, targeted interventions that improve patient outcomes and quality of life.



A. Ari Hakimi, MD

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Translating Rare Kidney Cancer Research into Clinical Trials

One of the largest obstacles to tackle in the kidney cancer landscape will be translating the research on rare kidney cancer subtypes into clinical trials.



Barry D. Bultz, PhD

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Psycho-Oncology and the Relevance of a Biopsychosocial Screening Program

Routine biopsychosocial screening of a patient with metastatic renal cell cancer at the Centro de Câncer de Brasília improved symptom management and shrunk costs for both the patient and her caregivers.


Sangam Shah, MBBS

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Danazol for the Treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A Systematic Review

Danazol was reviewed as an effective treatment option for patients with myelodyspplastic syndromes, according to a recently published article by Sangam Shah, MBBS, et al.


Ira Zackon, MD

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Sequencing Bispecific Agents in a Rapidly Evolving Multiple Myeloma Space

Using bispecific antibodies before or after CAR T-cell therapy in multiple myeloma is an area of education for community oncologists.


Michelle Morrison, MPH, BSHA, RN

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Fostering Multidisciplinary Care May Reduce Oncologist Workplace Burnout

Joseph C. Landolfi, DO, CPE, and Michele Morrison, MPH, BSHA, RN, discuss how they can use their leadership roles to improve cancer care.


Tetiana Skrypets, MD

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Geriatric Assessment Finds Older and Younger Adults With PTCL Had Similar Outcomes

Tetiana Skrypets, MD, highlighted that older adults with PTCL may be treated as younger adults if they pass the geriatric assessment.


James R. Cerhan, MD, PhD

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Highlighting Insights From the Marginal Zone Lymphoma Workshop

Clinicians outline the significance of the MZL Workshop, where a gathering of international experts in the field discussed updates in the disease state.


Erminia Massarelli, MD, PhD, MS

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3 Things You Should Know About the Multimodal Treatment of SCLC

Here are 3 things you should know about the multimodal treatment of patients with SCLC.


Diego López-Macías, MD

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Oligoprogression After Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy in Metastatic Melanoma

This clinical quandary discusses oligoprogressive disease in metastatic melanoma and how treatment with immunotherapy and targeted therapy affect the disease.



Bruce B. Bank, MD

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Unmet Needs and Future Directions in CLL

Drs Bishop and Bank close by outlining remaining unmet needs in CLL, emerging regimens, and hopes for the future of care.


Laura Anne Sena, MD, PhD

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Investigational Treatment Approach Effective, Safe and Inexpensive in a Type of Prostate Cancer, Says Expert

Thus far, findings from 2 trials show that treatment with bipolar androgen therapy is associated with several benefits in patients with castration-resistant prostate cancer, according to an expert from Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center.


Sandara Susanibar-Adaniya, MD

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Treatment Response and Duration of Therapy in Transplant-Ineligible NDMM

Closing out their module on transplant-ineligible NDMM management, expert panelists consider best practices regarding duration of therapy and adjustments to drug regimens.


John Heymach, MD, PhD

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John Heymach, MD, PhD, Discusses the Use of Adjuvant Immunotherapy for Patients With NSCLC

CancerNetwork® sat down with John Heymach, MD, PhD, at the 2021 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting to talk adjuvant immunotherapy for recurrence-free survival in resected non–small cell lung cancer.


Jonathan Thompson, MD, MS

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Jonathan Thompson, MD, MS, on AEs and Limitations Reported in the Phase 2 BGBC008 Study

The trial demonstrated that combination treatment with bemcentinib and pembrolizumab was well tolerated and clinically active in patients with checkpoint inhibitor (CPI)–naïve and CPI–refractory composite AXL (cAXL)–positive non–small cell lung cancer.




Timothy J. Daskivich, MD

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Integrating PARP Inhibitors Into Advanced Prostate Cancer Therapeutics

Experts in the field review integration of approved PARP inhibitors into advanced prostate cancer clinical practice.


Sheila Shapouri, PharmD, MS

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Real-World Assessment of Patient Care and Practice Efficiency With the Introduction of Subcutaneous Rituximab

Rituximab-subcutaneously is associated with significantly reduced chair time vs rituximab-intravenously in a US oncology setting. Widespread adoption would be expected to improve practice efficiency and patient access to care, and to reduce health care resource burden.



Qiming Wang, MD, PhD

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Ocular Toxicities of MEK Inhibitors in Patients With Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Jing Han, MD, and colleagues examine the prevalence and characteristics of ocular toxicities associated with MEK inhibition.