Oncology

Pharmacists are being asked to not only manage medications and side effects but also be fiscally responsible for the whole institution and its trickle-down effect on costs, said David Awad, PharmD, BCOP, of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.

Andrew Evens, DO, MBA, MSc, deputy director for clinical services and chief physician officer, Rutgers Cancer Institute, introduces New Jersey's new state-of-the-art facilities at the Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center.

The role that artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology can play in care delivery is growing, said Coral Omene, MD, PhD, of Rutgers Cancer Institute and RWJBarnabas Health.

Cemiplimab improved disease-free survival in patients with high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) and performed well in patients with advanced CSCC in the real-world setting.

The FDA has granted approval to pembrolizumab for the treatment of adult patients with resectable, locally advanced HNSCC whose tumors express PD-L1 with a CPS of ≥1.

The FDA approved mitomycin intravesical solution (Zusduri) for patients with recurrent low-grade intermediate risk non–muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).

Effective toxicity management in oncology requires pharmacists to document interventions clearly and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, says David Awad, PharmD, BCOP.

A private oncology shared savings plan reduced colon cancer treatment costs. Results varied by tumor, with none in breast cancer and mixed effects in lung cancer.

Collecting comprehensive patient data, including social determinants of health, is crucial for equitable value-based cancer care, yet administrative burdens could worsen existing disparities, said Coral Omene, MD, PhD, of Rutgers Cancer Institute and RWJBarnabas Health.

Constance Blunt, MD, medical oncologist, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, discusses the potential consequences of losing free health care screening coverage.

Defining "value" in cancer care goes beyond survival and should encompass patient quality of life metrics, said Coral Omene, MD, PhD, of Rutgers Cancer Institute and RWJBarnabas Health.

The findings are notable in part because therapies have already been approved to target C5aR1 in other diseases.

The findings provide insight into which patients may have favorable or inferior responses to immunotherapy for small cell lung cancer (SCLC).

Structured exercise programs should be a part of the standard of care for colon cancer following adjuvant chemotherapy, authors of the CHALLENGE study recommended.

Rising early-onset colorectal cancer rates among young adults highlight the urgent need to explore lifestyle, genetics, and environmental factors driving this trend.

David Awad, PharmD, BCOP, says pharmacists play a growing role in managing access, safety, and toxicity for these therapies, ensuring treatments are appropriate and sustainable in real-world oncology practice.

In May, the FDA granted significant drug approvals across various therapeutic areas, marking notable progress in expanding treatment options for patients.

Insurance hurdles in value-based cancer care create delays and anxiety for patients and providers, complicating access to essential treatments, explained Coral Omene, MD, PhD, of Rutgers Cancer Institute and RWJBarnabas Health.

Leaders in oncology share why the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) meeting remains a top global gathering for breakthroughs, networking, and lifelong learning.

Constance Blunt, MD, medical oncologist, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, shares how one mobile health care initiative is addressing critical barriers to medical access for underserved populations.

Darolutamide (Nubeqa) is granted FDA approval for metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer, enhancing survival and quality of life for patients.

Men’s Health Month 2025 encourages men to adopt preventive care and healthy lifestyle habits to improve overall health outcomes.

Trastuzumab deruxtecan plus pertuzumab shows promising results as a potential new first-line treatment for HER2-positive breast cancer at ASCO 2025.

Multicancer early detection tests are revolutionizing cancer screening by using liquid biopsies to screen for multiple cancers from a single blood sample, enhancing patient outcomes by identifying cancers earlier.

Community oncology faces significant challenges from the Inflation Reduction Act's (IRA) drug pricing changes, risking financial stability and patient access to care.

Fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) was more accurate than blood-based testing for detecting advanced precancerous colorectal lesions, a comparative study found.

The most prevalent types are prostate cancer among men and breast cancer among women.

ASCO 2025 will showcase cutting-edge advancements in precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and biomarker-driven therapies, revolutionizing cancer treatment and diagnostics.

Cathy Eng, MD, FACP, FASCO, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, speaks about the clinical and operational priorities that academic medical centers make front-and-center when caring for underserved populations receiving treatment for cancer.

As community oncology evolves to deliver chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T and bispecific therapies closer to home, support is needed to ensure patient access and precision medicine capabilities, says Nini Wu, MD.