Authors



Abhishek Mangaonkar, MBBS

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Cross Q&A: Isa + KD in Relapsed/Refractory MM and Biochemical vs Clinical Progression

In the final cross Q&A session from the multiple myeloma module, panelists discuss implications of IKEMA and consider the importance of biochemical versus clinical progression.



Martha Ann Raymond, MA

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Martha Ann Raymond, MA, on What Providers Should Do to Enhance Clinical Trial Participation in the COVID-19 Era

The founding executive director of the GI Cancers Alliance discussed important takeaways from a study of patient perspectives of clinical trial participation during the COVID-19 pandemic.



Sagar Lonial, MD, FACP

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Key Takeaways in CAR-T Therapy for Multiple Myeloma

Panelists discuss a clinical scenario involving a 56-year-old male man with myeloma and del 17p deletion, treated with RVD induction, auto transplant, and lenalidomide maintenance, who relapsed after 2 years and is now referred to discuss chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) CAR-T versus vs standard therapy, sharing key takeaways and pearls from the case.


Pablo Bejarano, 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.


Catherine A. Shu, MD

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Catherine A. Shu, MD, Reviews Findings of Cohort A of the Phase 1 CHRYSALIS-2 Trial in Pretreated EGFR+ NSCLC

Catherine A. Shu, MD, spoke about the most important findings from the phase 1 CHRYSALIS-2 trial for patients with previously treated EGFR-mutant non–small cell lung cancer who are administered amivantamab plus lazertinib.



Paul A. Moore, 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.


Soe Min Tun, MD, PhD

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Early Access to Electronic Health Records May Influence the Patient Experience

In a recent Hot Topics column, Mehmet Sitki Copur, MD, FACP, et al discussed the pros and cons of patients receiving test results early through electronic medical records.


Anne Chiang, MD

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Elucidating Common Toxicities Observed with Immunotherapies in SCLC

Although high grade adverse effects are infrequent among patients undergoing treatment for SCLC, CRS and ICANS may occur in higher frequencies.


Oscar Escobar-Vidarte, MD

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Signaling Pathways in the Relapse of Glioblastoma

Javier Orozco-Mera, MD, FACS, MSc, and colleagues assess the signaling pathways and molecular mechanisms involved in the relapse of glioblastoma.



Giuseppa Scandurra, MD

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Life Experience of Survivors of Gynecologic Cancers: A Survey Conducted in Italy

A survey was conducted in Italy for survivors of gynecologic cancer regarding quality of life, specifically that of sexual activity after a cancer diagnosis.


Ghayas C. Issa, MD

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Clinical Pearls for Community Oncologists Treating Relapsed/Refractory AML

Ghayas C. Issa, MD, offers closing thoughts on genetic testing and targeted therapies for patients with relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia.



Alexandra Garcilazo-Reyes, 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.


Alessio Pigazzi, MD, PhD, FACS, FASCRS

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Building the Foundation of a Successful Surgical Oncology Career

Alessio Pigazzi, MD, PhD, FACS, FASCRS, provides advice for upcoming surgeons starting out in the colorectal cancer field.



Samantha Kohn, MD, MS

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Synovial Fluid in Checkpoint Inhibitor–Induced Inflammatory Arthritis

This case report and literature review emphasize that ICI-IA should not be ruled out based on the presence of synovial fluid with elevated WBC with a neutrophil predominance. Early steroid use should be considered.


Laurie H. Sehn, MD

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Laurie H. Sehn, MD, on the Key Takeaways From the GO29365 Study in DLBCL

The preliminary findings of the extension arm of the phase 1b/2 GO29365 study confirmed the benefits and tolerability of polatuzumab vedotin plus bendamustine and rituximab for patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.


Surbhi Sidana, MD

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Best Practices for Referring Patients for CAR T Therapy

Panelists discuss the growing importance of early integration and collaboration between community oncologists and specialized centers in the evolving chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy landscape for multiple myeloma, emphasizing timely referrals, coordinated care, and strategic sequencing with other immunotherapies to optimize patient outcomes.






Muhamed Baljevic, MD, FACP

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Looking Ahead: Major Clinical Advancements in Myeloma From ASH 2024 and What’s to Come in 2025

Panelists discuss key strides made in 2024, including exciting data presented at the 66th American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition (ASH 2024), and reflect on pivotal developments, such as new insights into Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors, that are shaping clinical practice while looking ahead to 2025 with anticipation for continued advancements that will further enhance treatment strategies and patient outcomes.


Brian Van Tine, MD, PhD

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Afami-cel Approval May Open Gateway for Synovial Sarcoma Advancements

Brian A. Van Tine, MD, PhD, discusses potential evolutions in the treatment landscape following the FDA approval of afami-cel in metastatic synovial sarcoma.


Ricardo Ghelman, MD, PhD

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Cancer-Related Fatigue Outcome Measures in Integrative Oncology: Evidence for Practice and Research Recommendations

This review article written by Danielle Gentile, PhD, et al, reviews the management of cancer-related fatigue in integrative oncology.