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Reviewing Benefits, Efficacy of Narcolepsy Treatment

08/10/2021

Michael Thorpy, MD, professor of neurology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, offers insight on the latest narcolepsy treatment in this 3-part podcast series.

Michael Thorpy, MD, professor of...

08/10/2021

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Examining the FDA’s Drug Approvals Process

07/14/2021

Dean Celia

The agency’s request for a review of the approvals process for the monoclonal antibody aducanumab is the latest twist in an unprecedented saga involving the Alzheimer disease treatment. We asked a panel of experts to analyze the approvals...

The agency’s request for a...

07/14/2021

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Medicaid Expansion Impact on Access to OUD Therapy for Criminal Justice Referrals

06/25/2021

Dean Celia

A recent study showed that Medicaid expansion opened treatment options for more individuals referred by the criminal justice system, but not as much as it did for other beneficiaries. With insight from a panel of experts, we look at why this...

A recent study showed that...

06/25/2021

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Integration of Mental Health into Primary Care: Novel Managed Care Model

06/25/2021

Mary Beth Nierengarten

A novel managed care model in Minnesota is showing the feasibility and benefits of integrating behavioral and mental health care, along with social and economic determinants of health, into primary care for some of the state’s most vulnerable...

A novel managed care model in...

06/25/2021

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Real-Time Benefit Check: Key Insights and Challenges

05/28/2021

A technology intended to improve pricing and dosage transparency for patients in the electronic health record is slated to become a requirement under Medicare Part D plans by 2023. Some organizations have begun work on integration already,...

A technology intended to improve...

05/28/2021

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A Population-Based Approach to Curb the Mental Health Crisis

04/12/2021

Mary Beth Nierengarten

While the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in increased morbidity and mortality rates on a global scale, it has also exacerbated and brought the mental health crisis to the forefront. More than ever, people are seeking mental health services...

While the COVID-19 pandemic has...

04/12/2021

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Online Crowdfunding for Health-Related Expenses Trends Upward

02/12/2021

Dean Celia

What does this say about the affordability of health care, and are there solutions to minimize reliance on this ubiquitous tool?

What does this say about the...

02/12/2021

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Psoriatic Arthritis: A Dermatologist’s Perspective

06/27/2019

Peter Sonnenreich

Bassem Wolley

Katherine Moody

Linda Geisler

About 30% of patients with psoriasis will develop this chronic, inflammatory comorbidity. Knowing how to recognize and treat it can help improve patient outcomes.

About 30% of patients with...

06/27/2019

The Dermatologist

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Inside the New Psoriasis Guidelines, Part I

05/01/2019

Recent updates address the latest evidence on the safety and efficacy of biologics.

Recent updates address the...

05/01/2019

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Identifying Large-Vessel Vasculitis in Polymyalgia Rheumatica: Key Clinical and Laboratory Red Flags

04/05/2024

Lisa Kuhns, PhD

Potential red flags for large-vessel vasculitis in isolated polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) include inflammatory back pain, significant pelvic involvement, widespread lower extremity pain, marked inflammatory response indicated by specific lab...

Potential red flags for...

04/05/2024

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CDC Invests $400 Million to Accelerate HIV Prevention and Surveillance Efforts Nationwide

09/16/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded $400 million in funding to boost HIV prevention and surveillance efforts across the United States, aiming to accelerate progress in reducing new infections and improving health...

The Centers for Disease Control...

09/16/2024

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Challenges and Emerging Strategies in Overcoming Resistance in EGFR-Mutant NSCLC

09/10/2024

Lisa Kuhns , PhD, MD;

Despite promising early results, adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy does not significantly improve outcomes for patients with EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who have progressed after initial targeted therapy,...

Despite promising early results,...

09/10/2024

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Enhancing Provider Experience Through Electronic Prior Authorization

08/13/2024

Each year the American Medical Association (AMA) surveys its membership to ascertain their feedback concerning prior authorizations (PAs) and the impact of this service on their practice. Reliably, AMA members say that PAs are disruptive to...

Each year the American Medical...

08/13/2024

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Frontline Treatment Landscape Advancements for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

08/28/2024

Tune in as we speak with a guest oncology expert about the progress in treating non-small cell lung cancer, targeted therapies and immunotherapy, and the challenges of early detection and screening options covered by health plans.

Tune in as we speak with a guest...

08/28/2024

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Addressing the Root Cause of a Common Ocular Condition: A Virtual Roundtable

09/04/2024

View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.

View a roundtable discussion on...

09/04/2024

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Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity: The Role of Advanced Imaging Solutions

08/15/2024

Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...

Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...

08/15/2024

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Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

08/14/2024

Farrukh T. Awan , MD;

Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).

Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...

08/14/2024

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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care

07/31/2024

Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.

Discover how health care contact...

07/31/2024

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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024

06/11/2024

Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations

Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...

Key stakeholders in the health...

06/11/2024

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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers

05/24/2024

Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.

Learn about the impacts of the...

05/24/2024

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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations

05/21/2024

Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson

An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.

An expert discusses the...

05/21/2024

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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP

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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations

05/15/2024

Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP

Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.

Learn about developments in...

05/15/2024

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Conference Coverage

Using Lenalidomide and Rituximab, Tazemetostat, or Bispecific Antibodies to Treat Patients With Follicular Lymphoma

04/06/2024

Featuring Peter Martin, MD

During the 2024 Great Debates & Updates in Hematologic Malignancies meeting in New York, Peter Martin, MD, argued in favor of alternative treatment regimens over CAR T-cell therapy for treating follicular lymphoma.

During the 2024 Great Debates &...

04/06/2024

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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists

04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...

Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.

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