Treating Blood Cancers

Catherine Lai, MD, MPH, University of Pennsylvania Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Recorded on June 27, 2025

Uma Borate, MBBS, MS, The Ohio State University, Cleveland, OH

Recorded on May 27, 2025

Aaron Gerds, MD, MS, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

Recorded on May 13, 2025

Tessa Faye Flores, MD, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY

Recorded on April 24, 2025

Mikkael A. Sekeres, MD, MS, University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Miami, FL

Recorded on April 17, 2025

Jeffrey Magee, MD, PhD, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO

Recorded on April 3, 2025

Angela Dispenzieri, MD, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Recorded on March 18, 2025

Guy Maytal, MD, Forge Health and Weill Cornell Medicine, New York

Recorded on February 20, 2025

Timothy Pearman, PhD, ABPP, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

Recorded on February 6, 2025

Jason Westin, M.D., MS, FACP, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

Recorded on January 21, 2025

Jaehyuk (Jae) Choi, MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL Recorded on January 7, 2025 Jaehyuk (Jae) Choi, MD Jack W. Graffin Associate Professor of Dermatology and of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Chicago, IL In this episode, Dr. Jaehyuk Choi from Northwestern University, explores Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), covering key diagnostic tools, emerging therapies, and the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach. He delves into effective symptom management, including the psychosocial impact of pruritus, and discusses the latest ongoing research. Additionally, Dr. Choi highlights disparities in diagnosis, treatment access, and patient outcomes. Tune in...

Lee Greenberger, PhD, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Rye Brook, NY Recorded on December 19, 2024 Lee Greenberger, PhD Chief Scientific Officer and SVP The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Rye Brook, NY In this episode, Lee Greenberger, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer and Senior Vice President at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, returns to provide information presented at the 66th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting, including updates in myeloma, leukemia, and lymphoma. Dr. Greenberger also discusses updates in blood cancer therapies, including nutrition, CAR T-cell therapy, and bispecifics. Tune in today! This episode is supported by Autolus Therapeutics.

Celeste Bello, MD, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL Recorded on November 21, 2024 Celeste Bello, MD Senior Member, Department of Malignant Hematology Moffitt Cancer Center Tampa, FL Join us as we dive into bispecific antibodies with Dr. Celeste Bello from Moffitt Cancer Center, exploring their mechanisms of action, current indications in lymphoma, and strategies for patient selection and administration. Dr. Bello also discusses side effects, management strategies, and emerging trends in bispecific therapies. Tune in today to learn more!

Understanding Mental Health in Cancer Survivorship Lynn Gooden, BSN, RN, ONN-CG, Community Health Network MD Anderson Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN and Cassie Osborne, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, Community Health Network MD Anderson Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN Recorded on November 14, 2024 Lynn Gooden, BSN, RN, ONN-CG Oncology Navigation and Survivorship Manager Oncology Navigation Community Health Network MD Anderson Cancer Center Indianapolis, IN Cassie Osborne, MSN, RN, OCN, ONN-CG Oncology Nurse Navigator Oncology Navigation-Hematology/Sarcoma/Brain/Skin Community Health Network MD Anderson Cancer Center Indianapolis, IN Join us for this important episode, as Lynn Gooden and Cassie Osborne, nurses from the Community Health...

Kerry A. Rogers, MD, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH Recorded on October 29, 2024 Kerry A. Rogers, MD Associate Professor Division of Hematology The Ohio State University Columbus, OH Tune in for this comprehensive overview of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) with Dr. Kerry Rogers from The Ohio State University. She covers key risk factors, signs and symptoms, and the critical decision-making process between monitoring and initiating treatment. Also explored are treatment goals with consideration to how strategies may vary for different subsets of patients, and discussion on new therapies. Additionally, Dr. Rogers addresses side effect management and resources available to support...

Jennifer R. Rushton, MD, Clinical Pathology Associates and the Baptist Health System, San Antonio, TX and Eric Severson, MD, PhD, Labcorp Oncology, Shelton, CT Recorded on July 2, 2024 Join us, as we dive into the crucial topic of biomarker testing with Dr. Jennifer Rushton from Clinical Pathology Associates and the Baptist Health System, and Dr. Eric Severson from Labcorp Oncology. They explore the role of the healthcare team in integrating biomarker testing into clinical practice and decision-making, as well as strategies for effective patient communication about its importance and implications. They also share their perspectives on the future of biomarker testing...

Stacie B. Dusetzina, PhD, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN and Bethany Lilly, JD, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Rye Brook, NY Recorded on September 20, 2024 Tune in to this informative episode as Dr. Stacie Dusetzina from Vanderbilt University and Bethany Lilly from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Office of Public Policy simplify the complexities of Medicare, and how healthcare professionals can help their patients navigate these decisions for better care outcomes. They discuss how plan choices affect access to cancer treatment and the financial burden of high-cost medications. They also examine the recent changes brought by the Inflation Reduction Act and wh...

Alex F. Herrera, MD, City of Hope Medical Center, Duarte, CA Recorded on June 27, 2024 Alex F. Herrera, MD Associate Professor Chief, Division of Lymphoma, Department of Hematology and Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Associate Medical Director, Briskin Center for Clinical Research & City of Hope Duarte Clinical Trials Office City of Hope Medical Center Duarte, CA In this episode, Dr. Alex Herrera from City of Hope explores the intricacies of Hodgkin lymphoma, from diagnosis and monitoring techniques to treatment goals and options. He discusses emerging therapies, including the significance of clinical trials, strategies for managing side effects, long-term effects of treatment, and resources...

Shira Dinner, MD, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL and Tom Martin, MD, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA Recorded on September 9, 2024 Join us for this special episode, recorded at the Twelfth Annual Meeting of the Society of Hematologic Oncology in Houston, TX! Guest host and conference attendee, Lauren Berger, Senior Director of Professional Education and Engagement at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, speaks with Dr. Shira Dinner, from Northwestern University, and Dr. Tom Martin, from University of California San Francisco, about their insights and key takeaways from the conference. Learn more by tuning in here! Shira Dinner, MD Associate Professor...

Krish Patel, MD, Swedish Cancer Institute, Seattle, WA Recorded on June 6, 2024 Krish Patel, MD Director, Lymphoma Program Director, Hematologic Malignancies and Cellular Therapy Swedish Cancer Institute Seattle, WA Join us as Dr. Krish Patel from Swedish Cancer Institute explores mantle cell lymphoma, including the goals and latest advancements in treatment. He also provides insights on treating relapsed/refractory cases, discusses effective strategies for managing side effects, and highlights the importance of communication between patients and healthcare professionals for optimal care. Tune in to stay up to date on mantle cell lymphoma today!

Ximena Jordan-Bruno, MD, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA Recorded on June 4, 2024 Ximena Jordan-Bruno, MD Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA Join us for this fascinating episode, where Dr. Ximena Jordan-Bruno from the University of Pennsylvania explores hereditary myeloid and hematologic disorders, covering their classifications, mutations, and related germline predisposition syndromes. Learn about key clinical features, diagnostic approaches, the role of genetic counseling, and future research directions. Tune in today for valuable updates to enhance your understanding and practice!

Susan Hong, MD, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA Recorded on May 21, 2024 Susan Hong, MD Director, Cancer Survivorship Program, Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center Associate Professor, School of Medicine Internal Medicine Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Tune in as Dr. Susan Hong, Cancer Survivorship Program Director at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Massey Cancer Center, discusses survivorship care in adults. She explores the intersection of healthcare professional and patient goals in survivorship care, as well as disparities and challenges impacting access and follow-up. Dr. Hong offers strategies to improve adherence to survivorship care and communication between survivors and primary care practitioners. She also sh...

David Dean, DDS, MSD, DABOM, FDS RCSEd, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and University of Washington School of Dentistry, Seattle, WA Recorded on April 25, 2024 David Dean, DDS, MSD, DABOM, FDS RCSEd Director, Oral Medicine Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Clinical Associate Professor University of Washington School of Dentistry Seattle, WA Join us, as Dr. David Dean from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and the University of Washington School of Dentistry uncovers essential aspects of oral health in cancer care, including symptoms that may indicate a blood cancer, common dental complications that arise from treatment, and insights into preventative care. Dr. Dean also addresses...

Cesar Rodriguez, MD, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, NY Recorded on April 16, 2024 Cesar Rodriguez, MD Associate Professor of Medicine, Tisch Cancer Institute Clinical Director, Multiple Myeloma Center of Excellence Mount Sinai Hospital New York, NY Join us for an insightful episode with Dr. Cesar Rodriguez from Mount Sinai Hospital as he discusses the healthcare provider’s role in survivorship care for older adults. Dr. Rodriguez explores the unique challenges of managing long-term and late effects of treatment and coordinating follow-up care. He also shares valuable perspectives on the impact of language and cultural considerations, along with the importance of caregiver su...

Karen E. Effinger, MD, MS, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Recorded on April 4, 2024 Karen E. Effinger, MD, MS Associate Professor of Pediatrics Emory University School of Medicine Co-Director, Survivor Program Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Atlanta, GA In this episode, Dr. Karen Effinger from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, provides a comprehensive overview into survivorship care for pediatric, adolescent, and young adult (AYA) patients. Dr. Effinger discusses long-term effects of treatment, importance of survivorship guidelines, survivorship care plans, and ongoing care management. She also addresses approaches to support survivors and their families to unders...

Hagop M. Kantarjian, M.D., MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX Recorded on March 28, 2024 Hagop M. Kantarjian, M.D. Professor and Chairman, Department of Leukemia Samsung Distinguished University Chair in Cancer Medicine MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas Houston, TX Join us for this episode as Dr. Hagop Kantarjian from MD Anderson Cancer Center discusses the latest advancements and progress in treating Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). From understanding genetic mutations to exploring emerging treatment options, Dr. Kantarjian shares valuable insights into the forefront of AML research and care. Learn more today!

Michael Tees, MD, MPH, Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, Denver, CO Recorded on March 12, 2024 Michael Tees, MD, MPH Director, Lymphoma Program Lymphoma Executive Committee Member, Sarah Cannon Research Institute Associate Member, Colorado Blood Cancer Institute Denver, CO Join Dr. Michael Tees from the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, as he discusses Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy in 2024. Dr. Tees provides an overview of immunotherapy and approved indications, how to discuss treatment options with your patients, what to consider when referring patients for CAR T-cell therapy, how to prepare patients, and educating patients and caregivers about toxicity management. He also provides insight...

Alfred Lee, MD, PhD, Yale University, New Haven, CT Recorded on February 22, 2024 Alfred Lee, MD, PhD Professor of Medicine, Yale School of Medicine Program Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship Chief, Division of Classical Hematology, Yale Cancer Center Yale University New Haven, CT Join us for this important and engaging episode, as Dr. Alfred Lee from Yale University addresses stress and burnout in healthcare professionals. While reflecting on his personal experience, Dr. Lee discusses warning signs, symptoms, risk factors, and strategies and resources to help reduce and prevent burnout. Tune in today!

Meghna Ailawadhi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL Recorded on December 7, 2023 Meghna Ailawadhi, M.B.B.S., M.D. Cancer Survivorship Consultant, Assistant Professor of Medicine Department of Hematology/Oncology Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, FL In this episode, Dr. Meghna Ailawadhi from the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL joins us for a conversation on survivorship care for adults. Dr. Ailawadhi discusses the importance of shared decision-making and coordination with primary care, including strategies to support adherence. She also provides an overview of disparities and challenges in survivorship care, as well as education and support resources for healthcare...

Lee Greenberger, PhD, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Rye Brook, NY Recorded on December 19, 2023 Lee Greenberger, PhD Chief Scientific Officer and SVP The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Rye Brook, NY Lee Greenberger, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer and Senior Vice President at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, returns to discuss highlights from the 65th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting in December 2023, including updates on blood cancer research, treatment, and clinical trials in leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, and MPNs. Tune in to this informative update today!

Jeffery Auletta, MD, National Marrow Donor Program® (NMDP)/Be the Match® Recorded on November 30, 2023 Join us as Dr. Jeffery Auletta from the National Marrow Donor Program® (NMDP)/Be the Match® reflects on the history, advances, and future of transplantation to treat blood cancers. Dr. Auletta also shares insights on disparities and barriers to receiving a transplant, expanding access, and how healthcare professionals can support patients through transplantation. Tune in to this engaging episode today!

Jacqueline Barrientos, MD, MS, Laura Ortiz-Ravick, MA, Kristina Lopez, LCSW Recorded on November 3, 2023 Join us for this special episode, recorded live from the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Disparities in Cancer Care Summit. Guest host, Kristina Lopez, LCSW and Information Specialist at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, speaks with Dr. Jacqueline Barrientos from Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Laura Ortiz-Ravick, Director of Outreach and Health Promotion at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society about barriers and disparities within the Hispanic and Latinx communities when navigating the cancer journey. Learn more by tuning in here!

Frank Penedo, Ph.D, University of Miami, Miami, FL Recorded on August 10, 2023 Tune in as we’re joined by Dr. Frank Penedo from the University of Miami for an important discussion on considerations in survivorship care of older adults. Dr. Penedo outlines long-term and late effects of treatment, including psychosocial implications, and the impact of culture and language on survivorship. He also shares strategies for follow-up care coordination, as well as communicating with survivors and their families. Be part of the conversation today! This episode is supported by Bristol Myers Squibb; Genentech, Inc. & Biogen; Merck & Co. Inc.

John Salsman, Ph.D, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC Recorded on June 22, 2023 In this episode, Dr. John Salsman from Wake Forest University School of Medicine joins special staff correspondent, Elissa Baldwin, to discuss quality of life in the cancer experience of adolescents and young adults (AYAs), including unique issues that AYAs face. Dr. Salsman offers approaches to questions healthcare providers can ask when communicating with AYAs and clinical resources for physicians and survivors. Tune in today!

Tung Wynn, MD, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL and Braulio Hernandez Recorded on June 10, 2023 Join Dr. Tung Wynn from the University of Florida, and Braulio Hernandez, a childhood cancer advocate and AYA survivor of Hodgkin Lymphoma, as they discuss the unique experiences of adolescents and young adults from active treatment to survivorship. Dr. Wynn and Braulio reflect on the physical and psychosocial long-term and late effects of treatment, strategies to support survivors and their families, survivorship guidelines, follow-up care coordination, and resources for clinical staff and for survivors. Listen to this engaging conversation today! This episode is supported by Bristol...

Chasity Burrows Walters, PhD, RN, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY Recorded on April 13, 2023 In this important conversation, Dr. Chasity Burrows Walters from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center discusses the barriers that persons within the LGBTQI+ community experience in accessing healthcare and the impact of discrimination on health outcomes. Dr. Burrows Walters offers guidance to help healthcare providers foster a respectful and sensitive environment for patients and their caregivers, including use of pronouns, gender-inclusive language, cancer screening guidelines, and resources for clinical staff and for patients. Learn more by tuning in today!

Ehab Atallah, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI Recorded on January 24, 2023 In this episode, Dr. Ken Miller sits down with Dr. Ehab Atallah, from the Medical College of Wisconsin, to discuss chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) including the development of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), challenges with adherence to treatment, side effect management, and long-term and late effects, including cardiac toxicities. Dr. Atallah describes the work of the H. Jean Khoury Cure CML Consortium, shares his insights in to transitioning patients off TKIs, experience with his patients living with measurable residual disease, and excitement about the future of CML therapy. Learn...

Lee Greenberger, PhD, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Rye Brook, NY Recorded on December 19, 2022 In this episode, Lee Greenberger, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer and Senior Vice President at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, returns to provide an update on the information presented at the 64th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting, including leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, and MPNs. Dr. Greenberger discusses updates in blood cancer therapies, including CAR T-cell therapy, bi-specific antibodies, and vaccine therapy, reviews the latest data on COVID-19, and addresses challenges that exist in diversity and equity in the healthcare system, including ways to overcome these barriers. Tune...

Shayna Sarosiek, MD, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA Recorded on December 6, 2022 Waldenström Macroglobulinemia (WM) is a rare blood cell cancer characterized by an excess number of abnormal white blood cells in the bone marrow. How does WM fit into the spectrum of other blood cancer diseases? Who is at risk? What are the genetic factors? Dr. Shayna Sarosiek, from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, joins us to provide a deep dive into WM, including testing, monitoring, treatment updates, clinical trials, and so much more. Tune in today! This activity is developed through a collaboration with the International Waldenström’s Ma...

Sattva S. Neelapu, MD, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX Recorded on December 16, 2022 Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy has generated impressive results in hematologic malignancies, with many drugs still in clinical trials. In this episode, Dr. Sattva S. Neelapu from MD Anderson Cancer Center, joins us to discuss updates on CAR T-cell therapy from the 2022 American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting. Dr. Neelapu also provides a high-level overview of how CAR T-cell therapy works, including the manufacturing process, and discusses the risk of recurrence following therapy, risk for patients in the era of COVID-19, secondary cancers, associated...