PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

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Jeanne M. Palmer, MD - The Modern Management of Myelofibrosis: Practical Perspectives Surrounding the Use of JAK Inhibitors and Novel Therapeutics in the Peri-Transplant Setting Jul 08, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/BJB860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. The past decade has seen new insights into the cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and disease biology of myelofibrosis (MF), including the approval of first- and second-generation JAK inhibitors and newer evidence on using JAK inhibitors in conjunction with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT). How can all of these advances be employed in an effective and safe way—and lead to improved outcomes in MF? Based on a recent PeerView Live CaseBook event, this activity will answer that question and offer an expert-led review of the latest efficacy, safety, and tolerability data associated with JAKi-based therapy and the role of HCT in patient treatment. This program also features case-based illustrations of therapy selection and sequencing designed to highlight the key take-homes of the MF lecture segments. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Assess patient- and disease-related features that inform the diagnosis, risk assessment, and treatment of myelofibrosis (MF), Analyze the current therapeutic roles of JAK inhibitors and other emerging therapies in the peri-transplant setting for managing patients with MF, Apply current data on the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of JAK inhibitors and other emerging therapeutic options for treating transplant-eligible patients with MF, Develop treatment plans that incorporate first- and second-generation JAK inhibitors for managing patients with MF, including those who are eligible for allogeneic HSCT or as sequential options in the non-HSCT setting.

Amber C. King, PharmD, BCOP - Making Sense of New Standards for CLL: Pharmacist Insights on Targeted Therapy and the Delivery of Team-Based Care Jul 06, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/AFW860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Pharmacists have a central role in the management of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and the delivery of potent targeted agents. How will new evidence influence the core tenets of pharmacy practice? In this activity, a leukemia clinical pharmacy specialist provides answers through a precise review of the newest targeted therapy standards for CLL. This program includes insights on the latest efficacy evidence and regulatory status of targeted agents in CLL, while addressing drug interactions, treatment adherence, safety considerations, dosing, and care coordination. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Summarize the current treatment role, efficacy and safety evidence, and regulatory status of targeted therapy in CLL, including BTK, BCL-2, and PI3K inhibitors, Educate patients and clinical staff about potential drug–drug interactions, and appropriate dosing, safety, and drug delivery considerations related to the use of targeted agents for CLL, Apply team-based approaches to integrate novel therapies into customized CLL management while addressing drug interactions, adherence, safety, dosing, and care coordination.

James M. Foran, MD, FRCPC - Landmarks Across the Patient Journey in AML: Applying Evidence With Novel Therapeutics Pre- and Post-AlloHCT Jul 06, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/HJG860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. New science has dramatically altered the current clinical consensus on personalized care for HCT-eligible AML patients and supported the use of a variety of options (depending on a patient’s baseline characteristics). In this activity from the 2022 Tandem meetings, our expert panelists use a case-based format to tackle these new developments and provide instruction on how to integrate novel targeted, HMA, and antibody-based options into the management of HCT-eligible AML. Throughout, they provide insights on how to choose appropriate induction, conditioning, post-remission, and maintenance options, as well as discuss treatment plans for relapsed/refractory disease. Watch this program to see how novel therapeutics are changing paradigms and challenging long-standing practices in the management of HCT-eligible AML. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Identify baseline clinical and molecular factors that can inform prognosis and treatment decisions for transplant-eligible patients with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), Employ modern therapeutics as components of personalized induction, consolidation, and maintenance/post-remission regimens for transplant-eligible patients with AML in accordance with updated safety and efficacy evidence and current guidelines, Integrate novel therapeutics into the management of patients with relapsed/refractory (R/R) AML, including as pre-transplant conditioning or as salvage options post-HCT.

John N. Allan, MD - Reaping the Rewards of Innovative Care in CLL: From Targeted Strategies to Cellular Therapy Jul 06, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/GUR860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Gain the skills you need to adapt your current management protocols to reflect the new treatment reality in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), utilize novel combinatorial and sequential strategies, and map out the role of emerging cell-based therapies! In this activity, expert hematologist-oncologists provide expert guidance on the transformed nature of modern CLL management, the practice-changing evidence that validated targeted therapy platforms, and the science that is redefining the roles of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cellular therapy, including in challenging pretreated CLL settings. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Cite current guidelines and evidence on the treatment roles of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation; BTK, PI3K, and BCL-2 inhibitors; monoclonal antibodies; and CAR-T cell therapy in the CLL setting, Discuss evidence surrounding the efficacy and safety of novel therapeutics across the spectrum of CLL, including in higher-risk disease settings or in patients relapsing after multiple prior treatments, Recommend regimens with novel components for patients presenting with treatment-naïve, high-risk, or relapsed/refractory CLL.

Michael R. Bishop, MD - CAR-T Cell Therapy: Are You Up to the Challenge? New Evidence and Best Practices Driving Modern Cellular Therapies as a Standard of Care for Leukemia and Lymphoma Jul 04, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/DRW860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Do you know the best practices for integrating chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapy into the management of patients with hematologic malignancies? Within the past few years, the indications for CAR-T therapy in leukemic and lymphoid malignancies have expanded significantly and now include acute lymphoblastic leukemia and multiple types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. These advances, driven by the use of CD19-directed cell therapy constructs, have spurred numerous ongoing investigations of existing CAR-T therapies in additional CD19-expressing leukemias and lymphomas (eg, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, small lymphocytic lymphoma). Unfortunately, many hematology-oncology and bone marrow transplant BMT professionals have not adapted their practice to reflect the reality of cellular therapy in 2022—from the availability of new constructs with recent regulatory approvals to the management of practical considerations, such as referrals to specialized centers, appropriate follow-up, and toxicity management. This video-based activity from PeerView will deliver expert guidance on the latest safety and efficacy data regarding the use of CAR-T therapy in a variety of settings. The panelists will draw on personal anecdotes and intra-institutional experiences to illustrate best practices for effectively incorporating cellular therapies into treatment plans while addressing practicalities of care, including enrollment of eligible patients in clinical trials testing the next steps with CAR-T therapy. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Identify patients with leukemia or lymphoma who are eligible for and may benefit from CAR-T therapy based on current indications, clinical evidence, guideline recommendations, and clinical trial opportunities, Implement best practices for integrating CAR-T therapy into the care of patients with leukemia or lymphoma, including referral to specialized treatment centers, clinical trial enrollment, and provision of post-treatment follow-up care, Utilize appropriate AE management strategies for patients with relapsed/refractory leukemia or lymphoma who are experiencing toxicity while receiving CAR-T therapy, including cytokine release syndrome or neurotoxicity.

Kurt A. Schalper, MD, PhD - Decoding the Latest Evidence and Practical Recommendations on Biomarker Testing for New Therapeutic Options Targeting HER2, HER3, and TROP2 in Solid Tumors Jul 04, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/EZK860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Detecting molecular alterations driving the development of specific cancers and then targeting these alterations with matched therapies or combinatorial approaches is now the standard of care for many cancers. HER2 alterations have been identified as key therapeutic targets in breast, gastrointestinal, lung, and other cancers, and targeting these alterations with antibody–drug conjugates (ADCs), antibodies, more specific tyrosine kinase inhibitors, and bispecific antibodies are improving outcomes. In addition to HER2, HER3 represents an emerging target in several cancer types for which novel targeted therapies are being developed, and targeting TROP2 is showing promise as well. Given these treatment advances, biomarker testing to identify patients who may benefit the most from HER2-, HER3-, and TROP2-targeted therapies has never been more important. This activity, based on a recent live web broadcast, will provide essential updates and practical guidance regarding biomarker testing and individualized treatment of patients with HER2-altered cancers, and novel targets such as HER3 and TROP2 will be explored as well. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Identify patients with solid tumors with HER2, HER3, and TROP2 alterations using established and emerging testing approaches, Incorporate therapies directed at HER2, HER3, and TROP2 into the treatment of patients with tumors with targetable alterations based on the characteristics, mechanisms of action, and latest clinical evidence on approved and emerging therapies, Develop individualized management plans that leverage predictive testing, the most recent clinical findings, and multidisciplinary team-based care in accordance with the latest treatment guidelines and recommendations for patients with solid tumors with HER2, HER3, and TROP2 alterations, either in the context of clinical practice or clinical trials.

Leslie Kean, MD, PhD - Overcoming the Challenges of Acute and Chronic GVHD: The Integration of Novel Therapies Into Modern Management Protocols Jul 04, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/KPJ860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Recent clinical developments have transformed the management of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) and have the potential to increase access to transplants and improve post-HCT outcomes. These advances are centered on the emergence and continued research of several novel modalities, including the BTK inhibitor ibrutinib, JAK inhibitor ruxolitinib, and the T-cell co-stimulation blocking agent abatacept, as well as additional novel strategies being tested in a range of acute and chronic GVHD settings. In this activity from the 2022 Tandem meetings, our expert panelists distill the current evidence on novel therapeutics in the prevention and treatment of GVHD; throughout, they illustrate how and when to integrate novel therapeutics into care, provide guidance on how to prepare for emerging strategies, and offer practical takeaways on the changing nature of GVHD management. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Discuss current evidence supporting the use of novel therapeutics as prophylactic or treatment options for acute or chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in the post-transplant setting, including JAK and BTK inhibitors, T-cell blocking agents, α1-antitrypsin, and ROCK inhibitors, among others, Develop management plans informed by evidence and practice guidelines that incorporate novel therapeutics into the management of acute GVHD, Integrate novel and emerging therapies into management plans for the management of chronic GVHD, including novel combinatorial strategies and/or options for second-line management.

Stephen V. Liu, MD - Find the Targets, Treat With Precision: Modern Principles and New Advances in Biomarker-Driven Lung Cancer Care Jun 29, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/UTP860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In the modern era of precision oncology, comprehensive biomarker profiling of complex and heterogeneous tumors such as non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is essential for determining the best therapeutic approach for each patient. Patients with lung cancer who have targetable genomic alterations can derive remarkable benefit from targeted therapies, and the list of relevant targets and matched therapies continues to expand, including in early-stage disease settings. Unfortunately, molecular testing rates remain woefully inadequate, and even when testing is performed, many patients are not receiving optimally matched targeted therapy based on their tumor type. This PeerView educational video based on a recent live event and developed in collaboration with the LUNGevity Foundation brings leading lung cancer experts together to go beyond the basics and help navigate the increasing complexity of biomarker testing and targeted therapy in lung cancer. Expert discussions are framed with patient perspectives and illustrative case scenarios to highlight strategies for improving team-based collaboration, patient engagement, health equity, and biomarker-informed management plans to provide the best possible care to all patients. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Discuss the heterogeneity of NSCLC and mechanisms of action, efficacy, and safety of targeted therapies for established, new, and emerging molecular alterations in NSCLC, Apply current guidelines and best practices for biomarker testing to help inform targeted treatment decisions for patients with NSCLC, Integrate targeted therapies into individualized treatment plans for eligible patients with NSCLC in clinical practice or clinical trials, considering biomarker status; current evidence and guidelines; multidisciplinary perspectives; and patient needs, values, and preferences, Implement multidisciplinary and patient-centric approaches to ensure timely and accurate diagnosis, appropriate biomarker testing, individualized treatment, and equitable care of all patients with NSCLC.

Matthew R. Smith, MD, PhD - Realizing the Potential of Novel Treatment Intensification Strategies for Metastatic Castration-Sensitive Prostate Cancer: The Experts’ Take on Key Clinical Evidence, Practical Considerations, and Best Practices for Individualized, Patient-Centered Care Jun 29, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/UDM860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. The therapeutic landscape for metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer (mCSPC) has evolved rapidly in recent years, and research endeavors continue to expand treatment options with significant implications for patients. In addition to the approval of multiple second-generation androgen deprivation therapies (ADTs), current clinical trials are investigating novel targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and combination approaches in different disease settings. Furthermore, when managing patients with mCSPC, clinicians must consider established, newly approved, and emerging therapies, as well as individual patient-, tumor-, and treatment-related factors. Given the wealth of new options, how do clinicians determine the best treatment course for each patient? Answers to this and other thought-provoking queries are provided in this educational activity based on a recent live symposium, as a panel of prostate cancer experts examine the latest clinical data for novel and emerging therapeutic approaches and discuss evidence-based strategies for individualizing treatment for each patient with mCSPC. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Assess the rationale and clinical evidence for novel therapeutic approaches for patients with mCSPC, such as the addition of novel androgen axis inhibitors or docetaxel to ADT, Develop optimal, individualized treatment plans for patients with mCSPC that incorporate novel therapeutics as appropriate, taking into consideration individual patient-, disease-, and treatment-related factors, Apply evidence- and team-based strategies to proactively mitigate and manage treatment-related adverse events that may occur in patients with mCSPC who are receiving novel therapeutics as part of their care, Employ effective strategies to engage patients with mCSPC in shared decision-making, with the goal of maximizing patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and treatment adherence.

Petros Grivas, MD, PhD - Blazing the Trail Forward in the Therapeutic Management of Bladder Cancer: Expert Insights on Incorporating the Latest Evidence and Treatment Advancements Into Practice Across the Disease Continuum Jun 24, 2022

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Go online to PeerView.com/MWV860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. With the recent approval of multiple novel therapeutics for patients with bladder cancer, oncology professionals have increased opportunities to improve outcomes in a variety of settings. However, not all patients are being given these promising new treatments. Management protocols often do not include the latest strategies, and clinicians often have several questions about incorporating these new agents, which include bladder-sparing options, immune checkpoint inhibitors, targeted therapies (FGFR inhibitors), and antibody-drug conjugates, into clinical practice. For instance, will the presence of immune-related adverse events (irAEs) in some patients linger after the end of therapy and limit the possible subsequent use of ADCs or FGFR inhibitors? To answer these questions, experts in bladder cancer highlight strategies for optimal care of patients in light of current evidence on and indications for use of immune, targeted, and antibody-based therapies and guidance on safely integrating these agents into treatment plans. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Summarize the current roles, mechanisms of action, and key evidence pertaining to novel systemic therapies for patients with localized or metastatic bladder cancer, such as immunotherapies, small molecule targeted therapies, and antibody-drug conjugates, among others, Plan personalized treatment algorithms for patients with localized or metastatic urothelial cancer that incorporate novel and emerging therapies, updated guideline recommendations, and patient-, disease-, and treatment-specific factors, Implement evidence-based strategies and expert recommendations to prevent, mitigate and/or manage treatment-related adverse events that may occur among patients receiving novel systemic therapies for bladder cancer.