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The Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Landscape: Where We Are in 2019

This educational activity is sponsored by Postgraduate Healthcare Education, LLC (PHE) and supported by an educational grants from Bristol-Myers Squibb.

Moderator

Val R. Adams, PharmD, FCCP, BCOP
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice & Science
Oncology Clinical Pharmacists
Markey Cancer Center
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY

Panelists

Timothy L. Brenner, PharmD, BCOP
Oncology Clinical Pharmacist
UPMC Shadyside Hospital/UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Pittsburgh, PA

Lisa Davis, PharmD, FCCP, BCPS, BCOP
Professor, Pharmacy Practice and Science
University of Arizona College of Pharmacy
Oncology Clinical Pharmacist
Banner University Medical Center
Tucson, AZ

Christopher A. Fausel, PharmD, MHA, BCOP
Clinical Manager, Oncology Pharmacy
Indiana University Simon Cancer Center
Indiana University Health
Indianapolis, IN

FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE

Drs. Adams, Brenner, Davis, Fausel and Frame disclose that they have no relevant affiliation or financial relationship or relationship to products or devices with a commercial interest related to the content of this activity to disclose.

The following reviewer, Megan May, PharmD, BCOP, hereby states she has no relevant affiliation or financial relationship or relationship to products or devices with a commercial interest related to the content of this activity to disclose.

Susanne Batesko, BSN, RN, Robin Soboti R.Ph, Susan R. Grady, MSN, RN-BC, as well as the planners, managers, and other individuals, not previously disclosed, who are in a position to control the content of Postgraduate Healthcare Education (PHE) continuing education (CE) activities hereby state that they have no relevant conflicts of interest and no financial relationships or relationships to products or devices during the past 12 months to disclose in relation to this activity. PHE is committed to providing participants with a quality learning experience and to improve clinical outcomes without promoting the financial interests of a proprietary business.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS

PHARMACY
acpePostgraduate Healthcare Education, LLC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
UAN: 0430-0000-19-023-H01-P
Credits: 1.5 hours (0.15 ceu)

Type of Activity: Application
Media: Internet
Fee Information: There is no fee for this educational activity.
Estimated time to complete activity: 90 minutes

Published

April 30, 2019

Expires

April 30, 2020

TARGET AUDIENCE

This accredited activity has been designed for oncology pharmacists and other pharmacists who manage or interact with people with cancer.

HOW TO EARN CREDIT

During the period April 30, 2019 through April 30, 2020, participants must 1) read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures; 2) view the educational activity; and 3) complete the posttest and evaluation form directly after the activity within a maximum of 60 days of participating in the activity. To answer the questions, click on your selected choice for each answer then proceed to the next question. Once completed, click on the Grade Exam button at the bottom of the page. Your posttest will automatically be graded. If you successfully complete the posttest (score of 70% or higher), your statement of participation will be made available immediately. Click on the View Statement of Participation link and print the statement for your records. If you receive a score lower than 70%, you will receive a message notifying you that you did not pass the posttest. You will have 2 opportunities to pass the posttest. To receive Credit, you must provide your date of birth and NABP number. All Credit information will be uploaded into CPE monitor within 30 days.

GOAL

The goal of this education activity is to enhance oncology pharmacists' skills and knowledge in the current treatment landscape with immune checkpoint inhibitors thus optimizing care and outcomes.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Appraise current and emerging immuno-oncology agents and their roles in various cancer types
  • Describe the biomarkers being examined to predict response to immunotherapy
  • Assess emerging data concerning the safety and efficacy of different treatment combinations with immunotherapies in the treatment of oncologic disease states
  • Formulate effective strategies to manage patient adherence and unique adverse events in both monotherapy and combination therapies

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REQUIRED COMPUTER HARDWARE/SOFTWARE

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  • Operating System: Windows 98 or higher & Macintosh 2.2 or higher
  • Internet Browser (Mac &/Windows): Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Safari 5.0.6 or higher, Firefox 3.0.3 or higher & Opera 5 or higher
  • Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible
  • Peripherals: Computer speakers or headphones
  • Monitor Screen Resolution: 320 x 480 or higher
  • Media Viewing Requirements: Adobe Reader, Microsoft PowerPoint, Flash Player & HTML5

DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE AND DISCLAIMER:

The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of Postgraduate Healthcare Education, LLC or Bristol-Myers Squibb. Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patients' conditions, and possible contraindications on dangers in use, (review of any applicable manufacturer's product information) and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.

The author, sponsor, and publisher of this continuing education activity have made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all information contained herein is accurate in accordance with the latest available scientific knowledge at the time of acceptance for publication. However, because information regarding drugs (their administration, dosages, contraindications, adverse reactions, interactions, special warnings, precautions, etc.) is subject to constant change, the reader is advised to check the manufacturer's package insert for information concerning recommended dosages and potential problems and cautions prior to dispensing or administering the drug. Special precautions should be taken when a drug is new, or highly toxic, or is unfamiliar to the dispenser or administrant. This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Neither the publisher nor sponsor promotes the use of any agent outside of approved labeling. Statements made in this monograph have not been evaluated by the FDA. Nutritional products discussed are not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease.