OncoPharm
John Bossaer
OncoPharm is a podcast dedicated to all things oncology pharmacy. Most episodes cover updates and recent publications concerning the use of medications in caring for patients with cancer. Periodically, episodes drop devoted to Landmark Clinical Trials in oncology and Fundamentals of Oncology Pharmacy.
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Mar 12, 2021 • 18min
Indolent Lymphoma Week
This week, two indolent lymphoma updates:
1. CAR-T (Axl-Cel) for follicular lymphoma
2. Is there a preferred platinum salt in DHAP for Mantle cell lymphoma* patients heading to transplant? (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33658645/)
*Yes, I know - not really an indolent lymphoma in this case.

Mar 4, 2021 • 13min
Melphalan Flufenamide
Melphalan flufenamide, a drug that makes tumor cell kinetics cool again, is our main topic. Also, brief updates on lorlatinib (ALK+ mNSCLC) and nivolumab/cabozantinib (mRCC).

Feb 25, 2021 • 20min
Trilaciclib, Cemiplimab & GU Updates
Topics covered:
1. Trilaciclib's approval to minimize bone marrow suppression
2. Cemiplimab's approval for mNSLC with high PD-L1 expression
3. A brief anti-BCMA CAR-T phase II trial in multiple myeloma
4. Confirmation of enfortumab vedotin's benefit in metastatic bladder cancer
5. More of the same with lenvatinib + pembrolizumab in mRCC

Feb 18, 2021 • 17min
Filgrastim Turns 30
Happy Birthday to a drug that ushered in its own era! We discuss its history and development and just a little bit about its benefit, role, and a few clinical pearls.

Feb 11, 2021 • 14min
Umbralisib
Discussing the latest TKI approval, umbralisib, and its familiar toxicity profile. Also, a few final words on a new CAR-T product and a cemiplimab expanded approval.

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Feb 4, 2021 • 16min
Tepotinib
The podcast dives into the recent FDA approval of tepotinib for metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. It provides an engaging comparison with capmatinib, highlighting differences in pharmacology and dosing. The hosts discuss side effects and ongoing research, offering insights into the efficacy of these treatments. Overall, the conversation sheds light on how these therapies fit into patient care and what this means for the future of lung cancer treatment.

Jan 28, 2021 • 16min
Updates on mRCC and COVID-19 Vaccination
With the recent FDA-approval of nivolumab + cabozantinib for metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC, we review Checkmate-9ER results and how they compare to other combination treatments in mRCC. We then end by discussion preliminary recommendations on vaccinating patients with cancer agains COVID-19.
Checkmate-9ER abstract: https://oncologypro.esmo.org/meeting-resources/esmo-virtual-congress-2020/nivolumab-cabozantinib-vs-sunitinib-in-first-line-treatment-for-advanced-renal-cell-carcinoma-first-results-from-the-randomized-phase-iii-checkmate-9er-trial

Jan 21, 2021 • 18min
Updates T-DXd (gastric) & SC Dara (AL Amyloidosis)
Discussing recent FDA approvals for expanded indications for trastuzumab-deruxtecan for gastric cancer (based on DESTINY-Gastric01) and SC daratumumab for AL amyloidosis.
DESTINY-Gastric01: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2004413

Jan 14, 2021 • 17min
JBR10
Our landmarks of OncoPharm series returns to discuss JBR10, adjuvant cisplatin/vinorelbine in NSCLC.
JBR10: https://www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1056/NEJMoa043623
JBR10 Update: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19933915/
LACE meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18506026/

Jan 7, 2021 • 20min
Updates from December 2020
This discussion unveils five significant FDA updates from December 2020, emphasizing pralcetinib's new role in RET-mutated medullary thyroid cancer. Delve into the clinical promise of HER2-targeting margituximab for breast cancer. Explore the safety of relugolix in hormone-sensitive prostate cancer treatments and recent advancements in selenexor and its Boston study. The intricate pharmacokinetics of new drugs also sheds light on tailored dosage strategies in oncology pharmacy.


