A Clinical Oncology Pharmacist Has Your Back: discover their superpowers in this episode
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They can help ensure you understand your treatment and how to manage its side effects.
They are experts in how your treatment interacts with other medications and supplements you take.
- Understanding the Role: Mark sheds light on why your Clinical Oncology Pharmacist is worth your time and attention.
- Supplement Safety: Insight into how supplements can interact with cancer treatments and the importance of informing your healthcare team about any non-prescribed substances you are taking.
- Immunotherapy Insights: Learn about the potential side effects of immunotherapy, how they are managed, and the importance of patient education in ensuring safe and effective treatment.
- Future of Oncology: Discover advancements in BITE therapy, making cutting-edge treatments more accessible in community settings.
- Michigan’s POEM Initiative: Mark’s investment in exceptional patient care is evident through his involvement in the POEM initiative. He invites Michigan Oncology Pharmacists to join.
- Survivorship Clinic Plans: The need for expert survivorship care is apparent. Mark shares his collaboration with oncology care experts and the initiative to launch a Survivorship Clinic staffed by a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist and an Advanced Practice provider.
- Empowering Patients: The importance of communication and education in empowering patients to take an active role in their treatment and care.
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