Pharmacist Moms Group^™

An expert discusses the promising results of elranatamab as a consolidative therapy for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, enhancing patient outcomes.

A panelist discusses how pharmacists can overcome patient reluctance to shingles vaccination by transparently addressing adverse effect concerns, using multiple patient interactions to build acceptance over time, and sharing personal stories about shingles complications to help patients understand the real risks of the disease.

A panelist discusses how pharmacists can improve shingles vaccine completion rates by using physician orders rather than verbal recommendations, addressing individual patient concerns about vaccine fatigue and hesitancy, and proactively scheduling second doses during the first visit to ensure full protection.

Crystal Hodge, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, discusses a 3-pronged approach—isolating, vaccinating, and educating—to help pharmacists manage respiratory virus season and routine immunizations like MMR.

Pharmacists play a crucial role in managing myelofibrosis, enhancing patient education, adherence, and financial navigation for optimal care.

Jessica Lewis-Gonzalez, PharmD, BCOP, discusses the management of hematologic and non-hematologic toxicities in cancer patients, emphasizing the importance of proactive monitoring and collaboration between clinicians and pharmacists.

Michael Fifer, MD, discusses the Maple HCM study, which compared the cardiac myosin inhibitor Aficamten and the beta blocker Metoprolol in patients with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM).

Crystal Hodge, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS, emphasized that declining vaccination rates below the 95% herd immunity threshold have fueled recent measles outbreaks, underscoring the urgent need for pharmacist-led vaccination advocacy.

Legislative efforts aim to improve oncology medication access, addressing transportation barriers and advocating for mail delivery from cancer clinics.