Description: Leading oncologists and come together in this recorded live event to discuss targeted therapy options for patients with lung cancer. This includes a Q&A with the audience, as well as a presentation by a patient advocate, Ivy Elkins.
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Video # | Speaker(s) | Video Title | Description | cancerGRACE.org URL |
AM SESSION | ||||
1 | Desai | Biomarkers in NSCLC | Dr. Aakash Desai gives a basic overview of biomarkers, and discusses which ones are important for patients with NSCLC. |
https://cancergrace.org/post/program-targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series |
2 | Desai | The Importance of Biomarker Testing: What is Liquid Biopsy? | Dr. Aakash Desai details the importance of biomarker testing, and discusses the method of liquid biopsy to do so. | https://cancergrace.org/post/program-targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series |
3 | Desai | Current Recommendations and Best Practices for Biomarker Testing | Dr. Aakash Desai discusses the current recommendations for biomarker testing in patients with NSCLC, as well as best practices. | https://cancergrace.org/post/program-targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series |
4 | Desai | Barriers to Biomarker Testing: Ordering Tests | Dr. Aakash Desai emphasizes the importance of physicians ordering biomarker testing for patients with NSCLC |
https://cancergrace.org/post/program-targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series |
5 | Desai | Barriers to Biomarker Testing: Cost and Insurance | Dr. Aakash Desai discusses how to address the issues of cost and insurance approval when obtaining biomarker testing |
https://cancergrace.org/post/program-targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series |
6 | Desai | Biomarker Driven Therapy for NSCLC | Dr. Aakash Desai discusses the administration of therapy for biomarkers, and how to overcome the gaps in administration, access, and affordability. |
https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-2 |
7 | Reuss | The Adaura Trial: The Effect on EGFR+ Treatment | Dr. Joshua Reuss discusses the ADAURA trial, which suggested Osimertinib as treatment for EGFR+ NSCLC. |
Yes https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-2 |
8 | Reuss | Key Points from the Adaura Trial: Osimertinib | Dr. Joshua Reuss examines important details learned during the ADAURA trial, including overall survival, reduced risk of brain mets, and side effects. |
https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-2 |
9 | Reuss | The Alina Trial for ALK+ NSCLC | Dr. Joshua Reuss gives a brief description of the ongoing Alina trial for patients with ALK+ NSCLC |
https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-2 |
10 | Reuss | Neoadjuvant Treatment for Patients with NSCLC | Dr. Joshua Reuss examines data on neoadjuvant targeted therapy. |
https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-2 |
11 | Reuss | Immunotherapy for Patients with Resectable NSCLC and a Driver Mutation | Dr. Joshua Reuss explains why immunotherapy is not typically given to patients with resectable NSCLC and a driver mutation. | Yes https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-3 |
12 | Reuss | Targeted Therapy Before Surgery in Patients with Resectable NSCLC and Driver Mutation | Dr. Joshua Reuss discusses considerations and questions for targeted therapy before surgery. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-3 |
13 | Reuss | Treatment Options for Patients with Locally Advanced Unresectable NSCLC | Dr. Joshua Reuss discusses treatment options for patients with locally advanced NSCLC, and how to proceed while waiting for trial data. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-3 |
14 | Reuss | The Role of the Patient as Advocate | Dr. Joshua Reuss discusses what the patient can do to advocate for themselves during treatment. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-3 |
15 | Iyengar | Adding to Targeted Therapy: Current Statistics and Biology | Dr. Puneeth Iyengar looks at current statistics for methods of adding to targeted therapy, as well as giving an overview of biology in treatment. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-3 |
16 | Iyengar | Local Therapy for Limited Metastatic NSCLC | Dr. Puneeth Iyengar discusses the concept of using local therapy as an additional treatment for limited metastatic NSCLC, including Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT). | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-4 |
17 | Iyengar | Local Therapy for Patients After Frontline Therapy | Dr. Puneeth Iyengar discusses local therapy options for patients with metastatic disease who have received a front line therapy. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-4 |
18 | Iyengar | Local Therapy for Patients with Oligoprogressive NSCLC | Dr. Puneeth Iyengar discusses local therapy treatment options for patients who have oligoprogressive disease. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-4 |
19 | Iyengar | The Future of Local Therapy | Dr. Puneeth Iyengar examines what has been learned from studies, what still remains unanswered, and future directions of local therapy treatments for patients with NSCLC. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-video-series-4 |
AM Q&A | ||||
20 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Can a Patient Receive SBRT if Unable to Hold Their Breath? | The panel discusses options for SBRT administration, and if treatment is affected if a patient is unable to hold their breath. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
21 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Does Radiation Increase Toxicity for Patients on Targeted Therapy? | The panel discusses whether or not adding radiation will increase toxicity in patients who are already receiving targeted therapy. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
22 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: What Targeted Therapy Options Exist for Patients with Driver Mutations? | The panel discusses targeted therapy options for patients who have driver mutations. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
23 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Is Biomarker Testing Common in Early Stage NSCLC? | The panel discusses the importance of biomarker testing even in early stage NSCLC. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
24 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Are There Ongoing Trials for Rare NSCLC Mutations? | The panel discusses trial and treatment information for rare lung cancer mutations. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
25 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Should Biomarker Testing Be Performed on Patients with Squamous Cell Lung Cancer? | The panel discusses whether a patient with squamous cell lung cancer should undergo biomarker testing. | Yes https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
26 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Resistance on Targeted Therapy: What Questions Should a Patient Ask Their Doctor? | The panel discusses what a patient should discuss with their doctor if they progress on a targeted therapy. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
27 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: What Are Some Local Therapy Options for Patients with NSCLC? | The panel discusses local therapy options for patients with oligoprogression, and in particular, radiofrequency ablation for adrenal nodules. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
28 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: What Can Patients Do to Close the Biomarker Testing Gap? | The panel discusses how patients can advocate for biomarker testing. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
29 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: What Do We Know About Prevention and Causes of Lung Cancer? | The panel discusses current understanding of what can cause lung cancer, and prevention methods. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series |
30 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: What Are the Platform Options for SBRT? | The panel discuss methods of delivering SBRT, including CyberKnife. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series-3 |
31 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Why Can Some Patients Remain on TKIs Without Acquiring Resistance? | The panel discuss if there's a reason some patients can remain on TKIs for extended time without developing resistance. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series-3 |
32 | AM Q&A: Iyengar, Higgins, Lin, Desai, Reuss | Q&A: Should a Patient with High PD-L1 Wait for Genetic Testing Results Before Starting Treatment? | The panel discusses the importance of knowing genetic testing results regardless of PD-L1 level. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-qa-video-series-3 |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS | ||||
33 | Nagasaka | Treatment Options and Study Data for Patients with ALK+ NSCLC | Dr. Misako Nagasaka gives an in-depth discussion on ALK+ NSCLC, from possible treatment options to study data. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions |
34 | Nagasaka | Treatment Options and Study Data for Patients with ROS1+ NSCLC | Dr. Misako Nagasaka details treatment options and study data for patients with ROS1+ NSCLC. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions |
35 | Liu | Rare Fusions in NSCLC: RET | Dr. Stephen Liu discusses how RET fusions are detected, and discusses methods of treatment, including Selpercatinib and Pralsetinib. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions |
36 | Liu | RET Fusion Treatment: Selpercatinib | Dr. Stephen Liu discusses Selpercatinib as a a treatment option for RET+ disease. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions |
37 | Liu | RET Fusion Treatment: Pralsetinib | Dr. Stephen Liu discusses Pralsetinib as a treatment option for RET+ disease. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions |
38 | Liu | Safety and Toxicity of Selpercatinib Versus Pralsetinib | Dr. Stephen Liu compares selpercatinib and pralsetinib as treatment options for patients with RET+ disease. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions-2 |
39 | Liu | The Future of RET+ NSCLC Treatment | Dr. Stephen Liu discusses recent developments in RET+ NSCLC treatment, including next-generation RET TKIs. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions-2 |
40 | Liu | NTRK+ NSCLC: Treatment Options and Side Effects | Dr. Stephen Liu gives an overview of treatment options for patients with NTRK+ NSCLC and what some side effects may be. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions-2 |
41 | Liu | NRG1 Fusions: Treatment Options | Dr. Stephen Liu discusses identifying and treating NRG1 fusions in NSCLC. | https://cancergrace.org/post/targeted-therapies-forum-presented-english-2023-breakout-sessions-2 |
42 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Is RNA Testing Available Commercially? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss RNA testing. | |
43 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Can Patients Use Off-Label Treatment Options for ROS1+ NSCLC? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss using off-label treatments. | |
44 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: How Effective is Cabozantinib for ROS1 After Progression on Crizotinib? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss using cabozantinib, and its potential side effects. | |
45 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Is Alectinib an Option for Patients with DCTN1 ALK+ Disease? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss using alectinib for a DCTN1 ALK fusion. | |
46 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Should a Patient with New Lesions Switch from Alectinib to Lorlatinib? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss treatment options for a patient who has developed new brain lesions while on alectinib. | |
47 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Can Pemetrexed and Bevacizumab be used for Squamous Disease? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss pemetrexed and bevacizumab use in squamous cell lung cancer. | |
48 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: TKI Neoadjuvant Studies: Is Complete Pathological Response Possible? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss current trends toward neoadjuvant TKI treatment options. | |
49 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: When Should a Patient do Biomarker Retesting? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss when patients should consider biomarker retesting, and briefly compare pralsetinib and selpercatinib | |
50 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Which First Line TKI Should Be Used for a Patient with Stage IV Disease and No Brain Mets? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss what first line treatment options should be for a patient with stage IV disease and no brain mets. | |
51 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: Does BRAF in Non-Smokers Respond to Immunotherapy? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss immunotherapy treatments for BRAF+ non-smoking patients. | |
52 | Liu, Nagasaka/ Breakout 1 Q&A | Q&A: RET Fusion, Lobectomy, and Chemo: Risk of Recurrence? | Drs. Stephen Liu and Misako Nagasaka discuss a RET patient's risk of recurrence after a lobectomy and chemo. | |
53 | Preeshagul | EGFR Mutations in Advanced NSCLC | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul gives a brief overview of EGFR, and discusses the mutations in advanced NSCLC. | |
54 | Preeshagul | Combination Therapy with Osimertinib for EGFR+ NSCLC | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul discusses treatment options that can be added to Osimertinib for EGFR+ NSCLC | |
55 | Preeshagul | Resistance Mechanisms in EGFR+ NSCLC Treatment | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul examines how EGFR+ NSCLC develops resistance mechanisms. | |
56 | Preeshagul | Post-Osimertinib Treatment Options for EGFR+ NSCLC | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul discusses options for EGFR+ NSCLC treatment after Osimertinib. | |
57 | Preeshagul | The ADAURA Trial: 2023 Updates | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul discusses the ADAURA Trial, and what it means for treatment of patients with EGFR+ NSCLC. | |
58 | Preeshagul | Neoadjuvant Osimertinib for Patients with Surgically Resectable EGFR+ NSCLC | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul discusses the NEOS Trial, which tested neoadjuvant Osimertinib. | |
59 | Preeshagul | Metastatic EGFR+ NSCLC: Recent Developments | Dr. Isabel Preeshagul looks at several studies regarding treatment options for metastatic EGFR+ NSCLC, including Keynote 789, Everest, and Symphony: Blu 945. | |
60 | Sabari | KRAS+ NSCLC: Details and Diagnosis | Dr. Joshua Sabari gives an excellent overview of KRAS+ NSCLC, including co-alterations. | |
61 | Sabari | Challenges of Targeted KRAS Treatment and Current Treatment Options | Dr. Joshua Sabari discusses factors complicating KRAS treatment, and current options. | |
62 | Sabari | Barriers to Drug Development for KRAS G12C+ NSCLC | Dr. Joshua Sabari discusses the barriers to creating drugs for KRAS G12C disease. | |
63 | Sabari | KRAS G12C Inhibitors Versus Chemotherapy in Second Line: Current Studies | Dr. Joshua Sabari examines data related to the Codebreak 200 trial, as well as acquired resistance to KRAS G12C inhibitors. | |
64 | Sabari | Krystal 7 Study: Adagrasib +/- Pembrolizumab for KRAS G12C+ NSCLC | Dr. Joshua Sabari discusses the Krystal 7 study, and gives a conclusion to his discussion on overall treatment options for KRAS+ NSCLC. | |
65 | Preeshagul, Sabari/ Q&A | Q&A: How Do Oncologists Approach Compound EGFR Mutations? | Drs. Preeshagul and Sabari discuss how oncologists approach patients who have compound EGFR mutations. | |
66 | Preeshagul, Sabari/ Q&A | Q&A: What do Oncologists do for Patients with Co-Alterations? | Drs. Preeshagul and Sabari discuss how they approach patients who have co-alterations such as P53. | |
67 | Preeshagul, Sabari/ Q&A | Q&A: What are Treatment Options for Patients with Leptomeningeal Disease? | Drs. Preeshagul and Sabari discuss treatment options for patients with disease that has spread to the lining of the brain. | |
68 | Preeshagul, Sabari/ Q&A | Q&A: What is the Efficacy of Amivantamab and Lazertinib? | Drs. Preeshagul and Sabari discuss the Chrysalis trial. | |
69 | Preeshagul, Sabari/ Q&A | Q&A: Would a Patient with KRAS+ NSCLC and No Smoking History Benefit from Immunotherapy? | Drs. Preeshagul and Sabari discuss treatment options in the small group of patients with KRAS+ NSCLC and no smoking history. | |
70 | Preeshagul, Sabari/ Q&A | Q&A: What Should Patients Know About Liver Toxicity in Treatment? | Drs. Preeshagul and Sabari discuss liver toxicities in patients receiving treatment for NSCLC. | |
PM SESSION | ||||
71 | Ivy Elkins | An Introduction to Advocacy | Ivy Elkins tells a bit of her story, and discusses the many ways one can become an advocate. | |
72 | Ivy Elkins | Advocacy Resources and Organizations to Know | Ivy Elkins discusses various groups that are important for advocates to be aware of, such as the Department of Defense's CDMRP, and how biomarker status affects advocacy. | |
73 | Ivy Elkins | EGFR Resisters: An Advocacy Group | Ivy Elkins discusses the EGFR Resisters, a group she helped to start. | |
74 | Dr. Laura Petrillo | Decreased Cancer Mortality: How Treatments Have Improved | Dr. Laura Petrillo briefly discusses how cancer mortality has been decreasing, and what that could mean for patients with long term treatment. | |
75 | Dr. Laura Petrillo | Living with Advanced Cancer: Handling Uncertainty | Dr. Laura Petrillo discusses how patients handle uncertainty in their cancer treatments, as well as the importance of doctor-patient communication. | |
76 | Dr. Laura Petrillo | What is Palliative Care? | Dr. Laura Petrillo explains the difference between palliative and end of life care, and discusses the need for early palliative care. | |
77 | Dr. Laura Petrillo | The Goal of Palliative Care | Dr. Laura Petrillo discusses the overarching goals of palliative care, and how it can be utilized in cancer treatment. | |
78 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: Where Should Investments Be Made to Benefit Patients? | The panel discusses how oncologists can better help their patients during care, with emphasis on communication and access issues. | |
79 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: How Can We Close the Gap in Clinical Trials? | The panel discusses how to make clinical trials more accessible to patients. | |
80 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: How Can Oncologists Integrate Patient Advocates into Clinical Studies? | The panel discusses how patient advocates can be utilized to better conduct clinical studies. | |
81 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: What Can be Done for Lung Cancer Prevention Advocacy? | The panel discusses the importance of educating the public on lung cancer prevention, such as radon testing. | |
82 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: What are the Differences in Palliative and Hospice Care? | The panel discusses the differences between palliative and hospice care, and the importance of implementing palliative care. | |
83 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: Am I Increasing my Lung Cancer Risk with Campfires? | The panel gives a brief discussion on the effects of campfires, as well as other long term inhaled factors, on development of lung cancer. | |
84 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: How Do I Integrate Palliative Care Services? | The panel discusses how to integrate palliative care into treatment. | |
85 | Patel, Lin, Elkins, Petrillo/ Q&A | Q&A: How do I Handle Side Effects? | The panel discusses what can be done to combat side effects of cancer treatment such as fatigue. |