Courtney Cavalieri, PharmD, BCOP; and Kenneth Tham, PharmD, BCOP, discuss how pharmacists play a crucial role in managing patients with biliary tract cancer by providing expertise on biomarker testing, treatment selection between targeted therapies like FGFR and HER2 inhibitors, developing monitoring protocols for unique toxicities such as hyperphosphatemia, and educating patients on adverse effect management to optimize treatment outcomes in this rare cancer type.
This study found that use of fixed-dose 4F-PCC is a safe, efficient alternative to weight-based dosing and can lead to cost savings for the health system.
Tucatinib’s new HER2-positive breast cancer maintenance indication extends disease control while requiring close liver monitoring and pharmacist coordination of oral therapy with ongoing antibody treatment.
Pharmacy professionals can leverage LinkedIn to build a professional brand, expand meaningful connections, share expertise, and create opportunities for career growth.
An Italian pharmacy student offers an inside look at pharmacy education in Italy, from admission and coursework to oral exams and professional training.
The PD-1 inhibitor is the first immunotherapy approved for stage II and III MSI-H/dMMR locally advanced rectal cancer and may allow eligible patients to avoid chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery.