The Fellow on Call: The Heme/Onc Podcast

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We quickly realized we knew very little about hematology and oncology when we started fellowship. Our goal is to bring you the fundamentals, core concepts and important management approaches in our field, driven by the latest evidence and expert opinion. In each episode, we will provide bite-sized, simplified approaches to common questions in a way that is perfect for anyone interested in hematology and oncology, from students and trainees to advanced practice providers and practicing physicians.

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Episode 101: Colorectal Cancer Series, Pt. 3 - Adjuvant Therapy in Stage II Colon Cancer and ctDNA

In this week’s episode, we discuss the management of stage II colon adenocarcinoma, which is defined by a lack of nodal involvement and invasion through the muscularis layer of the colon. If you have not done so already, be sure to check out episode 099 (overview of colorectal cancer) and episode 100 for stage III colon cancer, as we will building on concepts discussed already. C

Episode 100: Colorectal Cancer Series, Pt. 2 - Adjuvant Therapy in Stage III Colon Cancer

This week, we kick off our discussion of adjuvant systemic treatment in colon cancer, beginning with Stage III colon cancer. We will review the evidence basis for adjuvant therapy as well as the two main chemotherapy regimens including duration and side effects. Content: - Why do we need adjuvant therapy in stage III colon cancer? - What is FOLFOX? What is CAPOX? When do we use wha

Episode 099: Colorectal Cancer Series, Pt. 1 - Intro to Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed each year worldwide. This highly anticipated series will take an in-depth look at this disease. In this first episode, we discuss the basics, including staging, tumor markers, and microsatellite instability testing, before tackling the management of colorectal cancer in upcoming episodes. Content: - What is the incidence

Episode 098: Understanding MRD Testing in CLL

With multiple options for frontline therapy in CLL, MRD has the potential to emerge as a factor that could be considered in our decision-making algorithm for sequencing treatment options. In this week’s episode, we dive into a deeper understanding of the role of MRD testing in CLL. Content: - What is the role of MRD testing in CLL? - What are the techniques we use to evaluate for

Episode 097: Treatment of Relapsed/Refractory CLL

This week, we continue our discussion of treatment of CLL, this time focusing on the relapsed/refractory CLL. If you have not done so, we recommend checking out our prior episodes since we will be building on these conversations! Content: -If you suspect your patient has relapsed, what do you do? -What is the approach to treatment in the relapsed/refractory setting? - What is Richt

Episode 096: Treatment of CLL

We continue on our journey through chronic lymphocytic lymphoma (CLL), this time focusing our attention to the treatment of CLL. Content: - What are the indications for treatment? - Can I wait to treat and not impact OS? - What is our current approach to treatment ? - Fixed duration vs. indefinite treatment options? ** Want to review the show notes for this episode and others? Chec

Episode 095: Introduction to CLL/SLL

This week, we start a new series, this time all about the ins-and-outs of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) / small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL)! Whether practicing general internal medicine, hospital medicine, or hematology/oncology, you will likely come across a patient with CLL. First, we go through initial diagnosis of this disease! Content: - What is CLL? How is this different

Episode 094: Heme Consult Series: Cold Agglutinin Disease

Episode 094: Heme Consult Series: Cold Agglutinin Disease In this week’s episode, we finish our series on hemolytic anemias with a discussion on cold agglutinin disease along with a few other causes of acquired hemolytic anemia. Content: - What is "cold agglutinin disease"? - Why is it called "cold"? - How do we diagnose this disease? - How do we treat? - BONUS: What are some oth

Episode 093: Heme Consult Series: Warm Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Next in our heme consult series is all about the workup and management of warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia (wAIHA), a very scary situation! These patients can often be very sick and there can be a lot of underlying issues that may be causing this to occur. Rest assured- after this episode, you’ll be a pro at identifying this disorder and know how to manage it should you ever come

Episode 092: Heme Consult Series: Congenital Causes of Hemolytic Anemia

In the next part of this heme consult series, we discuss several congenital causes of hemolytic anemias. These diseases are relatively rare, but in patients presenting with concerns for hemolysis on history and on labs, but with a negative DAT, it is important to have these in your differential diagnosis! We take you through how to think about these disorders, their diagnosis, and