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Scott A. Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, FCCP, FHOPA, discusses how Medicaid payment changes could impact rural hospitals and local pharmacies, noting the importance of pharmacists staying involved as the situation develops.

Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, shares insights about the evolving role of pharmacists at the 2025 OPC meeting.

Heidi Finnes, PharmD, BCOP, FHOPA, discusses the evolving landscape of treatment of cutaneous malignancies.

Scott A. Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, explained how the expanding use of the FDA’s 505(b)(2) drug approval pathway is creating operational and reimbursement challenges for oncology infusion centers.

Nilufer Ertekin-Taner contrasts current one-size-fits-all Alzheimer disease treatments with the promise of precision medicine and emphasizes the vital role of collaborative, multidisciplinary care.

Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, FCCP, FHOPA, offers insights for oncology pharmacists treating patients with metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.

Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, FCCP, FHOPA, discusses a case study of a patient with metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.

Nilufer Ertekin-Taner outlines how embracing the biological complexity of neurodegenerative diseases can guide the development of precision therapies akin to those used in oncology.

Nadofaragene firadenovec led to most patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) experiencing a complete response (CR) at 3 months.

The rising use of prescription stimulants in the US presents significant safety risks, legal challenges, and supply chain shortages, emphasizing the need for pharmacist involvement in promoting responsible prescribing.

Yi Lin, MD, PhD, highlights the importance of achieving MRD negativity in multiple myeloma, CAR T-cell therapy outcomes, and the critical role of pharmacists in patient care.

Eculizumab (Soliris; Alexion), a C5 inhibitor preventing cleavage into C5a and C5b, is widely considered the first-line therapy for high-risk TA-TMA.

As of now, data suggest minimal risk of drug interactions between oral contraceptives and injectable semaglutide.

The AHA acknowledged that complementary and alternative medicines are widely used by heart failure patients but warned that there is limited scientific evidence to support their efficacy.

Currently, the CDC recommends the recombinant zoster vaccine (Shingrix, RZV; GSK) for the prevention of herpes zoster and related complications.

Using biosimilars and generics as well as getting patients connected with manufacturer copay assistance or grant programs can reduce their out-of-pocket costs.

Clayton Irvine, PharmD, MBA, MS, notes that although these options help to lower the cost of care, quick, widespread implementation remains difficult.

Automation and artificial intelligence can also aid significantly in reducing time-consuming tasks and improving efficiency for pharmacists, allowing them more time with patients.

However, the cost of zuranolone makes it challenging to access and justify, given study results comparing it with brexanolone.

More cost effectiveness data is crucial in advocating for better insurance coverage in the United States.

Anatomical alterations result in many downstream changes, such as changes in pH, gastric volume, food intake, surface area for absorption, gastric emptying and transit times, and intestinal enzymes and efflux pumps, among others.

Previous studies have shown that individuals living with HIV are at higher risk for heart disease than individuals without HIV

Roughly one-third of patients with cancer do not achieve adequate pain control.

The American College of Clinical Gynecology recommends consideration of brexanolone or zuranolone in postpartum patients with onset of moderate-to-severe perinatal depression in the third trimester or within 4 weeks postpartum.

Heidi Finnes, PharmD, BCOP, FHOPA, discusses the evolving landscape of treatment for patients with cutaneous malignancies and melanoma.

Scott Soefje, PharmD, MBA, BCOP, FCCP, FHOPA, discusses the crucial role pharmacists play in providing supportive care for patients with cancer.

Additionally, the high cost of the cell therapy raises concerns for broader access.

Jodi Taraba, PharmD, MS, BCOP, offers insights on the benefits of involving oncology pharmacists in clinical trial research to advance treatment and care for patients with cancer.

Candy Peskey highlights the necessary role of oncology pharmacists in patient care and enrollment in clinical trials.