
Join us for Blood Cancer Day, an event for pharmacists in the areas of complex malignant hematology. This day offers a unique opportunity to engage in insightful discussions, expand your network, and participate in educational sessions designed to enhance your knowledge and skills.
Key Topics Covered:
- Acute Leukemia (AML/ALL): Explore advancements in the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
- Supportive Care: Discover best practices in managing symptoms and side effects of treatments.
- Multiple Myeloma: Gain insights into the latest research and treatment options for multiple myeloma.
- T Cell Engaging Therapies: Understand the emerging therapies that harness the power of T cells to fight blood cancers.
- Pharmacy Careers in Malignant Hematology: Explore career opportunities and the evolving role of pharmacists in the field of malignant hematology.
Don't miss this chance to stay at the forefront of malignant hematology and make valuable connections with peers and experts in the field.
This is a one-day workshop.
Learning Objectives
- Explain recent advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
- Identify best practices in providing comprehensive supportive care to blood cancer patients.
- Summarize the latest research findings and treatment options for multiple myeloma.
- Discuss the mechanisms and clinical applications of emerging T cell engaging therapies for blood cancers.
- Evaluate the challenges and benefits of administering oral chemotherapy in community settings.
- Explore career opportunities and the evolving role of pharmacists in the field of malignant hematology.
Who should take this course?
Pharmacists in community pharmacy practice, those new to the malignant hematology field, and students interested in this field.
Schedule
Time |
Activity |
Speakers) |
Location |
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8:00am - 9:00am |
Breakfast and Registration |
|
PB 850 |
9:00am - 9:10am |
Introduction to Blood Cancer Learning Day |
Melissa Lo Chris Tse |
PB 850 |
9:10am - 9:30am |
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada |
Daniela Sinisi |
PB 850 |
9:30am - 10:40am |
Acute Leukemia |
Tishaan Singh Brian Talan Melissa Lo |
PB 850 |
10:40am - 11:00am |
Health Break with Refreshments |
|
PB 850 |
11:00am - 11:40am |
Supportive Care for Blood Cancer |
Cindy Murray |
PB 850 |
11:40am - 12:40pm |
Lunch |
|
PB 850 |
12:40pm - 1:40pm |
Multiple Myeloma, T Cell Engaging Therapies |
Alexa Bull Duke Boampong Chris Tse |
PB 850 |
1:40pm - 2:00em |
Oral Chemotherapy in the Community |
Steph Lee |
|
2:00pm - 3:00pm |
Pharmacy Careers in Malignant Hematology (Panel Interview) |
Lily Spasic Lisa Cairns Melissa Lo Steph Lee Moderator: Kathy Vu |
PB 850 |
3:00pm - 3:15pm |
Closing Remarks |
Melissa Lo Chris Tse |
PB 850 |
3:15pm - 4:30pm |
Networking |
|
Atrium |