Highlights From the ASH Annual Meeting for Patients and Caregivers
Registration is now open for Highlights From the ASH Annual Meeting for Patients and Caregivers, a free teleconference created specifically for patients to learn about the latest advances in myeloma treatment as discussed at the 2009 ASH (American Society of Hematology) Annual Meeting. This program, featuring Shaji Kumar, MD, from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, and David S. Siegel, MD, PhD, from Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ, is sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), and supported by Celgene Corporation and Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Current Treatment Options for CML: Progress in Research Current Treatment Options for CML: Progress in Research, sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported by a grant from Novartis Oncology, is a Web education program on chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) designed for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals. Guest speakers Michael J. Mauro, MD, and Neil P. Shah, MD, PhD, present, discuss and answer questions about CML with an emphasis on current and breakthrough treatments, as well as the importance of clinical trials in CML.
Multiple Myeloma Update From the 51st Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH)
This CME activity features Antonio Palumbo, MD, from the University of Turin in Torino, Italy, and Keith Stewart, MD, from the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ. Together, these expert physicians discuss the multiple myeloma data presented during the 51st Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) held December 5 - 8, 2009, in New Orleans, LA. This CME activity features audio summaries and interview transcripts, and is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), cancereducation.com, and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM).
Treatment Options for Newly Diagnosed Myeloma Patients
William I. Bensinger, MD from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, University of Washington School of Medicine and Sagar Lonial, MD from the Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, has been created specifically for patients to learn about treatment options for newly diagnosed and untreated myeloma. This program, is sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), and supported by Celgene Corporation and Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Financial Health Matters
Learn about the financial impact that a cancer diagnosis can have on patients, from experts including Anita Welborn, LMSW, of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Dana Krohn of the Medicare Rights Center, and David Landay, Esq, of Survivorship A to Z. This Internet webcast for cancer patients, family members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Childhood Cancer: Negotiating the Present Planning the Future
This program, designed for healthcare professionals, educators, and school professionals, features a diverse group of presenters touching on key topics such as surveillance of late effects as well as psychosocial issues of the cancer survivor and their family, especially siblings, and also strategies for meeting the needs of pediatric cancer survivors and their families. Included within the presentations are slides and video excerpts from A Lion in the House which offers a unique perspective on the overall impact of childhood cancer.
My Personal Lymphoma Journey
This is a personalized and interactive program that tells the stories and experiences of Kristina, a diffuse large B-cell lymphoma survivor; Steve, an extranodal marginal zone lymphoma survivor; and Kim, a follicular lymphoma survivor. Feel free to follow one of the journeys, or follow all of them. You will have the opportunity to interact by clicking on choices listed onscreen. Based on your responses and selections, your session will become a dynamic experience that you can save and access at any time. This program is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Genentech BioOncology and Biogen Idec.
My Personal CML Journey
This program follows the stories and experiences of 3 chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) survivors: Megan, Jack and Paul. Gail J. Roboz, MD, of Weill Cornell/New York-Presbyterian Hospital and David L. Porter, MD, of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania provide expert insights. As you follow the survivors’ journeys, you will have the opportunity to interact at various points by clicking on choices listed onscreen. Based on your responses and selections, your session will be a dynamic experience that you can save and access at any time. This program is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported by a grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb.
My Personal CLL Journey
This personalized and interactive program follows the personal story and experiences of Mike, a chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) survivor. Healthcare professionals, Kanti Rai, MD, and Nancy Driscoll, RPA-C, from Long Island Jewish Medical Center, provide expert insights. As you follow Mike along his journey, you will have the opportunity to interact at various points by clicking on choices listed onscreen. Based on your responses and selections, your session will become a dynamic experience that you can save and access at any time. This program is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported by grants from Biogen Idec Oncology and Cephalon Oncology.
Emerging Therapies in Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma
This is a free educational program designed for patients, their family members and caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Gail J. Roboz, MD, John P. Leonard, MD, and Robert Z. Orlowski, MD, PhD present, discuss and answer questions about leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, with an emphasis on emerging treatments and the importance of clinical trials. Audio presentations and program transcripts are available.
Multiple Myeloma Update From the 2009 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting
- 6/2/09
This CME activity features Carol Ann Huff, MD, from the Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, MD, and Ravi Vij, MD, from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. Together, these expert physicians discuss the multiple myeloma data presented during the 2009 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting held May 29, 2009 through June 2, 2009, in Orlando, FL. This CME activity features audio summaries, interview transcripts, and slides, and is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), AOI Communications, L.P. (AOIC), and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM).
Multiple Myeloma Update From the XII International Myeloma Workshop (IMW)
- 3/3/09
This CME activity features Sundar Jagannath, MD, from the St. Vincent's Comprehensive Cancer Center in New York, NY, and Sagar Lonial, MD, from the Emory Winship Cancer Institute in Atlanta, GA. Together, these expert physicians discuss the multiple myeloma data presented during the XII International Myeloma Workshop held February 26 through March 1, 2009, in Washington, DC. This CME activity features audio summaries and interview transcripts, and is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), AOI Communications, L.P. (AOIC), and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM).
My Personal MDS Journey
This is a personalized and interactive program that follows the personal story and experience of Charles, a myelodysplastic syndromes survivor, and Dorothy, his wife and caregiver. As you follow Charles and Dorothy along their journeys, you can follow Dorothy’s perspective as wife and caregiver, or you can hear the patient’s view. Based on your responses and selections, your session will become a dynamic experience that you can save and access at any time. This program is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Celgene Corporation.
My Clinical Trials Journey
This is a personalized and interactive program that follows the stories and experiences of 3 cancer survivors who have participated in clinical trials: Steve, a CML survivor; Roger, a multiple myeloma survivor; and Kim, a lymphoma survivor. Their stories of hope and determination are compelling. Based on your responses and selections while watching the journeys, your session will become a dynamic experience that you can save and access at any time. This program is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported in part through unrestricted educational grants from Eli Lilly and Company and GlaxoSmithKline.
Understanding CML: A Conversation With the Experts
- 2/4/09 Understanding CML: A Conversation With the Experts is a free educational program designed for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals. Brian J. Druker, MD, and Neil P. Shah, MD, PhD present, discuss and answer your questions about CML with an emphasis on current treatments and emerging therapies. Video presentations, key slides, program transcripts and CE credits are available.
Multiple Myeloma Update From the 50th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting
- 12/10/08
This activity features Jean-Luc Harousseau, MD, from the University Hospital Nantes in Nantes, France; Nikhil C. Munshi, MD, from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA; and G. David Roodman, MD, PhD, from the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. Together, these expert physicians discuss the latest multiple myeloma research results as released during the 50th American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting held December 6-9, 2008, in San Francisco, CA. This CME webcast, featuring audio summaries, interview transcripts, and downloadable files, is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), AOI Communications, L.P., and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM).
Tomorrow's Therapies Today: Clinical Trials for Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma
- 7/22/08 Tomorrow's Therapies Today: Clinical Trials for Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma, is a free educational program designed for patients, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Selina M. Luger, MD, David L. Porter, MD and Mitchell R. Smith, MD, PhD present, discuss, and answer questions about adult leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma, with an emphasis on emerging treatments and the importance of clinical trials. Video presentations, slides, program transcripts and CE credits are available.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the 44th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- 6/3/08
This activity features Jean-Paul Fermand, MD, from Hôpital Saint-Louis in Paris, France; Carol Ann Huff, MD, from the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD; and S. Vincent Rajkumar, MD, from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Together, these expert physicians discuss the latest multiple myeloma research results as released during the 44th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology held May 30 to June 3, 2008, in Chicago, IL. This CME webcast, featuring audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts, and downloadable files, is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), AOI Communications, L.P., and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM).
Great Debates: Case-Based Analysis of Treatment Options in Multiple Myeloma
- 3/22/08
Cutting-edge, clinical research is helping community hematologists/oncologists determine the best course of therapy for patients with multiple myeloma. Great Debates is a learning platform that uses an evidence-based medicine approach to present a thought-provoking series of interactive patient cases. In each case, key myeloma thought-leaders discuss two possible treatment regimens for each patient.
Staying Informed: The Latest Information on CML The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is proud to sponsor Staying Informed: The Latest Information on CML, a free educational program designed for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) patients, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Eric J. Feldman, MD, and Neil P. Shah, MD, PhD, present, discuss, and answer your questions about CML with an emphasis on current treatments and emerging therapies. Video presentations, key slides, and program transcripts are available. CE credit is provided for nurses and social workers.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the 49th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH)
- 12/11/07
This activity, featuring keynote speakers, Rafael Fonseca, MD, of the Mayo Clinic-Scottsdale, Jean-Luc Harousseau, MD, of the University Hospital in Nantes, France, and Paul Richardson, MD, of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, will highlight and discuss the latest developments in the research of treatments for multiple myeloma as discussed from the 49th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) in Atlanta, Georgia. This CME webcast program, featuring audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts, and downloadable files, is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), AOI Communications, L.P., and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine.
Maximizing Upfront Response to Therapy
- 12/21/07 Maximizing Upfront Response to Therapy, the fifth in the "Multiple Myeloma Updates for Patients" series sponsored by the MMRF through unrestricted educational grants from Celgene Corporation, Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Novartis Oncology, includes guest speakers Nikhil C. Munshi, MD, and S. Vincent Rajkumar, MD, who present, discuss, and answer your questions about upfront response to myeloma therapy.
Treating Patients with High-Risk Myeloma
- 9/20/07 Treating Patients with High-Risk Myeloma, the fourth in the
"Multiple Myeloma Updates for Patients" series sponsored by the MMRF through unrestricted educational grants from Celgene Corporation, Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Novartis Oncology, includes guest speakers Bart Barlogie, MD, PhD, and Rafael Fonseca, MD, who present, discuss, and answer questions about the treatment of patients with high-risk multiple myeloma.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the XIth International Myeloma Workshop (IMW)
- 6/29/07
This CME activity, featuring keynote speakers Dr. Sagar Lonial of the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University and Dr. Meletios Dimopoulos of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, highlights and discusses the latest developments in the research of treatments for multiple myeloma as discussed during the XIth International Myeloma Workshop (IMW) in Greece. This webcast program, featuring audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts, and downloadable MP3s, is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), Postgraduate Institute for Medicine, and AOI Communications, L.P.
Cancer Survivorship for Young Adults
- 06/29/07 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Life With Cancer®, an Inova Health System service, have partnered to develop a dynamic educational program intended for cancer survivors, family members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Cancer Survivorship for Young Adults provides information on the different challenges faced by young adult cancer survivors. This activity offers the opportunity to watch and listen to the presentations and/or download program transcripts.
Sexuality and Intimacy in Cancer Survivorship
- 06/29/07 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Life With Cancer®, an Inova Health System service, have partnered to develop a dynamic educational program intended for cancer survivors, family members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Sexuality and Intimacy in Cancer Survivorship provides information on the impact of cancer, and its therapies and associated side effects on sexuality and intimacy. This activity offers the opportunity to watch and listen to the presentations and/or download program transcripts.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 43rd Annual Meeting
- 6/10/07
This CME activity, featuring keynote speakers Dr. Nikhil Munshi of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Dr. S. Vincent Rajkumar of the Mayo Clinic, will highlight and discuss the latest developments in the research of treatments for multiple myeloma as discussed during the 43rd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) in Chicago, Illinois. This webcast program, featuring audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts, and downloadable files, is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), AOI Communications, L.P., and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine.
Management and Treatment of Bone Disease
- 5/22/07 Management and Treatment of Bone Disease, the third in the "Multiple Myeloma Updates for Patients" educational series sponsored by the MMRF through unrestricted educational grants from Celgene Corporation, Kyphon Inc., Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Novartis Oncology, includes guest speakers James R. Berenson, MD, and G. David Roodman, MD, PhD, who present, discuss, and answer questions about the management and treatment of bone disease in patients with multiple myeloma.
Novel Therapies in Clinical Trials
- 4/2/07 Novel Therapies in Clinical Trials, the second teleconference in the "Multiple Myeloma Updates for Patients" teleconference series sponsored by the MMRF through unrestricted educational grants from Celgene Corporation and Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc., includes guest speakers Sundar Jagannath, MD, and Sagar Lonial, MD, who present, discuss, and answer questions about the role of clinical trials in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Managing Treatment Side Effects in Multiple Myeloma
- 2/8/07 Managing Treatment Side Effects in Multiple Myeloma, sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation through an educational grant from Celgene and Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is a teleconference program designed for multiple myeloma patients, their families, and health care professionals. Guest lecturers Paul Richardson, MD, and Sundar Jagannath, MD, present, discuss, and answer your questions about managing the side effects associated with the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the American Society of Hematology (ASH)
- 12/18/06
This CME activity provides physicians and patients the multiple myeloma highlights from the 48th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Meeting held in Orlando, Florida. Jointly sponsored by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine, AOI Communications, L.P., and the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF), this program features audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts and abstracts from some of the top myeloma researchers.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 42nd Annual Meeting
- 6/9/06
This activity, featuring keynote speakers Dr. Rafael Fonseca of the Mayo Clinic and Dr. Sagar Lonial of the Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University, will highlight the latest developments in the research of treatments for multiple myeloma as discussed during the 42nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) in Atlanta, Georgia. This Webcast program, featuring audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts, and downloadable MP3's, is jointly sponsored by the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) and AOI Communications, L.P.
Current Progress in CML Therapy Outlook from a Panel of Experts
- 2/8/06 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is pleased to offer chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) patients, their caregivers, and health care professionals an opportunity to view presentations, audio recordings, and transcripts from experts. Guest lecturers include Brian J. Druker, MD, and Michael W.N. Deininger, MD, PhD, both from the Oregon Health & Science University, and Jorge Eduardo Cortes, MD, from the MD Anderson Cancer Center. This program was made possible by an unrestricted educational grant from Novartis Oncology.
Promising New Therapies: Leukemia, Lymphoma, & Myeloma - A Closer Look at Clinical Trials
- 05/10/05 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society presents Dr. Jorge Eduardo Cortes and Mary Beth Rios, RN, both of The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, discussing the importance of clinical trials in leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma patients. This activity is sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and supported in part by an educational grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb Company.
Cancer: Keys to Survivorship-Fighting Fatigue
- 04/22/05 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is collaborating with the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, Yale Cancer Center, and Yale-New Haven Hospital to develop a dynamic educational program intended for all cancer patients, family members, caregivers, and health care professionals. Cancer: Keys to Survivorship Fighting Fatigue provides the information on the development of a care plan for cancer-related fatigue management. This program is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Ortho Biotech Products, L.P. To register, click on the program title above.
Multiple Myeloma Update from International Myeloma Workshop (IMW) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting: A CME Internet Webcast
- 4/14/05
This two-session CME offering features online highlights from two of the major myeloma conferences of 2005. Session 1 (online available April 14, 2005) provides physicians and patients the multiple myeloma highlights from the 10th Annual International Myeloma Workshop (IMW). Session 2 (online available May 17, 2005) will provide multiple myeloma highlights from the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). This CME webcast is jointly sponsored by AOI Communications, L.P., the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) and the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine. This program features audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts, and abstracts from some of the top myeloma researchers.
Multiple Myeloma Update from the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Meeting Internet Webcast
- 12/7/04
This CME activity provides physicians and patients the multiple myeloma highlights from the 46th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Meeting jointly sponsored by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine, AOI Communications, L.P., and the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF). This program features audio summaries, key slides, interview transcripts and abstracts from some of the top myeloma researchers.
MMRF Case Studies in Multiple Myeloma 2004 - An Online CME Program for Hematology/Oncology Professionals
- updated 9/08/04
We have added new and intriguing cases to the 2004, MMRF Case Studies in Multiple Myeloma. This program is a series of 8 web-based case studies developed by top myeloma researchers. Each case challenges hematologists, oncologists, and other health care professionals, on the diagnostic process, and in the development of treatment regimens that include both existing and novel therapies. The cases are presented in the form of patient vignettes that offer you maximum flexibility. In fact, the cases can be emailed directly to your desktop each time one is posted!
OncoCare
- 06/08/04
An educational resource for oncology nursing and pharmacy professionals treating patients with multiple myeloma. This program offers interactive audio and video presentations on the use of proteasome inhibition and the treatment of side effects associated with bortezomib. Various offerings are available for continuing educational credits for nurses and pharmacists. Click on the title above for more information.
MMRF Case Studies in Multiple Myeloma - An Online CME Program for Oncology/Hematology Professionals
- updated 11/25/2003 MMRF Case Studies in Multiple Myeloma is a series of 9 web-based case studies developed by top myeloma researchers. Each case challenges oncologists, hematologists, and other health care professionals, on the diagnostic process, and in the development of treatment regimens that include both existing and novel therapies. The cases are presented in the form of patient vignettes that offer you maximum flexibility. In fact, the cases can be emailed directly to your desktop each time one is posted!
Cancer: Keys to Survivorship What Cancer Survivors Need to Know about Health Insurance
- 04/01/2003 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship have partnered to develop a dynamic educational program intended for all cancer patients, family members, caregivers, and health care professionals. Cancer: Keys to Survivorship What Cancer Survivors Need to Know about Health Insurance provides the information and skills necessary for cancer survivors to advocate for themselves when dealing with health insurance matters. This program is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Ortho Biotech Inc.
Cancer: Keys to Survivorship Living With, Through, and Beyond Cancer/Communicating with Health Care Providers
- 06/16/2001
Cancer Survivor...from the moment of diagnosis through the balance of life". The first two modules of this series created by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the National Coalition of Cancer Survivorship discuss communicating with health care providers and rational survivorship strategies for day-to-day living.
