PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education
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Oct 7, 2022 • 34min

Norman E. Lepor, MD, FACC, FAHA, FSCAI - Envisioning the Future of Hyperlipidemia Management: How Can We Leverage PCSK9-Targeting Therapies to Prevent Primary and Secondary Cardiovascular Events?

Go online to PeerView.com/TVJ860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this activity, an expert in hyperlipidemia management examines the evidence for PCSK9-targeting therapies to prevent primary and secondary cardiovascular (CV) events. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Summarize current clinical evidence and guideline recommendations for the treatment of hyperlipidemia, both for primary and secondary prevention of CV events; Recognize novel mechanisms of action and recent clinical evidence on approved and emerging investigational lipid-lowering therapies that target PCSK9; and Develop treatment protocols using appropriate lipid-lowering therapy including available and emerging agents, alone or in combination, for providing long-term LDL-C reduction and improving adherence.
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Oct 7, 2022 • 24min

Jivianne T. Lee, MD, FACS - Room to Breathe: Leveraging Biologic Agents and Multidisciplinary Care to Optimize Management in Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps

Go online to PeerView.com/ZFR860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this interactive activity, an expert in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps discusses how to identify and develop treatment plans for patients with the disease. With a focus on multidisciplinary care and treatment guidelines, the activity will test learners’ knowledge about the latest biologic therapies. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Identify patients with severe, inadequately controlled CRSwNP to determine eligibility for targeted biologic therapy; Assess patients with CRSwNP for comorbid conditions such as asthma and atopic dermatitis based on the relationship between CRSwNP and other type 2 inflammatory disorders; and Develop treatment plans for patients with CRSwNP according to practice guidelines and the latest clinical evidence as part of a multidisciplinary approach.
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Oct 4, 2022 • 46min

Steven E. Carsons, MD - Expert Perspectives on Novel Targeted Therapies for Sjögren’s Disease: Hope Is on the Horizon

Go online to PeerView.com/HPW860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this activity, experts discuss the pathology of Sjögren's disease and potential treatment targets, as well as the clinical criteria and biomarkers used to diagnose the disease and aid in patient classification. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Recognize the burden of disease, impact on quality of life, and unmet needs experienced by patients with Sjögren's disease; Describe the pathology of Sjögren's disease and potential treatment targets; Apply clinical criteria, guidelines, and biomarkers to diagnose Sjögren's disease and aid in patient classification; and Identify patients who may derive benefit from novel therapeutic options for Sjögren's disease using clinical trial data and shared decision-making.
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Oct 4, 2022 • 60min

Dr. Toby A. Eyre, MBChB, DipMedEd, MRCP, FRCPath, MD / Nirav Shah, MD, MS - Rebooting the BTK Inhibitor Sequence in MCL: Team-Centered Guidance on the Personalized Selection of Covalent and Noncovalent BTK Inhibitors in Relapsed/Refractory Disease

Go online to PeerView.com/FHV860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Are you ready for new options and more sequential treatment choices in mantle cell lymphoma (MCL)? This activity, led by two MCL experts, will help you prepare through a foundational MasterClass on the evidence supporting covalent—and now noncovalent—BTK inhibitor options for the sequential management of MCL. This overview of key research links to Case Forum sessions that demonstrate how novel and emerging BTK inhibitors can be effectively integrated into team-based clinical practice, particularly in challenging R/R MCL settings. Watch the experts now and stay ahead of the curve! Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Describe the barriers to optimal MCL care and the practice-changing evidence supporting the use of novel and emerging BTKi strategies in R/R disease settings; Select appropriate management options with novel and emerging BTKi for patients with R/R MCL, including in settings of BTKi-naïve, -intolerant, or -resistant disease; and Develop coordinated, team-based approaches to manage practical aspects of MCL care when using BTKi strategies, such as monitoring, patient/caregiver education, adherence, and treatment-emergent AEs.
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Sep 27, 2022 • 1h

Brooks D. Cash, MD, FACP, FACG, FASGE, AGAF, RFF - An Exploration of Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Chronic Idiopathic Constipation in a Unique Era of Patient Care: Incorporating an Individualized Approach to Help Your Patients Find Relief

Go online to PeerView.com/CYP860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this animated activity, Dr. Brooks D. Cash shares expert guideline-based strategies to confirm a diagnosis of IBS-D, IBS-C, or CIC, highlighting key differential diagnoses to rule out and alarm features that warrant further investigation. You will be able to translate the latest clinical findings related to current over-the-counter and prescription treatments for IBS-C, IBS-D, and CIC, as well as gain insight into the clinical use of newer/novel treatment options. Dr. Cash also shares effective communication strategies you can use with your patients to increase their participation in their care and maximize their treatment satisfaction. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Integrate appropriate, validated testing measures to make definitive, timely diagnoses of IBS/CIC; Treat IBS/CIC in accordance with current evidence and guidelines, recognizing the appropriate use of new and emerging therapeutic agents; and Implement strategies to establish effective communication and help patients with IBS/CIC increase participation in their care.
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Sep 22, 2022 • 35min

Sonia Glennie, ARNP, MSN, OCN, AGPCNP-BC - Moving Beyond Conventional Care for DLBCL: Oncology Nurse Leadership for the Effective and Safe Use of Innovative Antibody and Cellular Therapies

Go online to PeerView.com/ZUH860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Nurses play an essential role in caring for patients with diffuse large b-cell lymphoma (DLBCL); learn more about the core elements of nursing practice in this PeerView video activity, featuring two leading oncology nurses who will focus on novel antibody and CAR-T cell therapies for the management of R/R DLBCL. Using a case-based format, the panelists will detail how antibodies and CAR-T therapy are now a part of the treatment toolkit and provide guidance on important considerations including: therapeutic sequencing, safety concerns, and counseling patients on appropriate dosing, treatment schedules, and premedication recommendations. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Cite current clinical evidence supporting the integration of novel antibody and CAR-T cell therapies for the management of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL); Educate patients on safety, dosing, and treatment expectations associated with novel CD19, CD79, and CD3/CD20 targeting antibodies in the DLBCL setting; Counsel patients on the therapeutic role of cellular therapy in DLBCL, efficacy expectations, unique pre-therapy requirements, and adverse events such as CRS and neurotoxicity; and Manage practical considerations with novel antibodies and CAR-T therapy in DLBCL, including coordination of clinical visit or referral to specialized care, dosing considerations, and management of unique adverse events.
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Sep 19, 2022 • 30min

David Staskin, MD - Controlling the Urgency Emergency, Restoring QOL: Safe and Effective Management of Overactive Bladder

Go online to PeerView.com/GZM860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this activity, an expert in overactive bladder discusses strategies and criteria for OAB screening and diagnosis, as well as current and emerging treatment options. A patient interview highlights the burden of disease and a 3D video illustrates the mechanisms of action of various treatments. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Develop a strategy to implement OAB screening into clinical practice; Employ recommended diagnostic criteria to differentiate OAB from other urinary conditions with shared symptomology; and Implement individually appropriate OAB treatment plans that minimize risks related to cardiovascular health, dementia, and polypharmacy concerns.
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Sep 19, 2022 • 1h

Alexander Drilon, MD - Improving Clinical Care With Newer, Better Therapies for Targeting Actionable Gene Fusions in NSCLC

Go online to PeerView.com/CNV860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. In this activity, an expert in thoracic oncology discusses the expanding role of biomarker testing as well as current and emerging options for targeted treatment of fusion-positive NSCLC. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Describe the role of gene fusions, such as ALK, ROS1, NTRK, and RET, in the oncogenesis of NSCLC and the importance of detecting them in practice to inform treatment decisions; Implement best practices for biomarker testing in NSCLC, including next generation sequencing and appropriate assays for detecting gene fusions, to identify patients with gene fusions who might benefit from targeted therapy; Apply the latest evidence on targeted therapies for gene fusions to inform treatment decisions for patients with gene fusion–positive NSCLC; and Incorporate targeted therapies into individualized treatment plans for patients with gene fusion–positive NSCLC according to biomarker status, current evidence and guidelines, and patient needs, values, and preferences.
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Sep 6, 2022 • 1h 3min

Sarah S. Chisolm, MD - Taking a New Look at Prurigo Nodularis: How Is Emerging Evidence Regarding Disease Pathophysiology and Treatment Influencing Patient Care?

Go online to PeerView.com/ZXX860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. Prurigo nodularis (PN) causes intensely itchy, painful bumps leading to scratching, bleeding, and thickening of the nodules, with negative effects on sleep, mental health, activities of daily living, social interaction, and quality of life. There are no approved treatments for PN, but several agents in late-stage clinical trials offer hope to patients with this burdensome disease. At a recent live PeerView MasterClass & Practicum, a panel of PN experts offered evidence-based, practical guidance on current diagnostic and treatment strategies and the latest clinical data regarding novel therapies. The discussion was enhanced by a 3D animation depicting PN pathophysiology and patient videos providing perspectives on the burdens of disease and treatment experience. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Recognize how the signs and symptoms of prurigo nodularis (PN) impact patient quality of life; Explain how type 2 inflammation may play a role in the pathophysiology of PN; Describe current and emerging treatment options for PN in the context of mechanism of action, efficacy, and safety; and Develop individualized treatment plans for PN using currently available therapies and appropriately incorporating novel agents as they become available.
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Sep 6, 2022 • 33min

R. Sharon Chinthrajah, MD - IgE-Mediated Food Allergies: Improving Patient Quality of Life Through a Multidisciplinary Approach as a New Era of Treatment Dawns

Go online to PeerView.com/QER860 to view the activity, download slides and practice aids, and complete the post-test to earn credit. The current standards of care for managing food allergies require strict avoidance measures and prompt treatment of allergic reactions with emergency medications. However, oral immunotherapies and biologic agents are currently in development for the treatment of IgE-mediated food allergies, replacing the need for oral food challenges. Our expert faculty will share strategies for optimal clinical decision-making for patients with food allergy that is based on the latest evidence, best practice recommendations, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Describe the pathophysiology of IgE-mediated food allergy and how these insights into underlying mechanisms can translate to the use of biomarkers to allow more personalized treatment for patients; Apply strategies to differentially diagnose patients with IgE-mediated food allergies using the latest criteria and expert recommendations; Identify patients with IgE-mediated food allergies who might be eligible for novel and emerging treatments and/or enrollment in clinical trials based on the latest evidence on efficacy and safety; and Employ a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of patients with food allergy to optimize care and improve quality of life.

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