Diagnosis and Treatment of Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma: Expert and Patient Perspectives

Expert oncologist Hans Hammers, MD, PhD, spearheads an overview on renal cell carcinoma, covering its current incidence and known risk factors.

Shared insight from Terri Blalock and her caregiver, Kaitlin Blalock, regarding the diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma Terri received following a number of symptoms.

Healthcare professionals contextualize Terri Blalock’s experience by highlighting the typical presentation of RCC and elucidating workup procedures used to confirm a diagnosis.

Expert and patient perspectives on the communication that occurs leading up to and following a diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma.

Hans Hammers, MD, PhD, provides a broad overview on the treatment options available to patient who receive a diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma.

Comprehensive insight on how best to communicate potential adverse events and followup strategies with patients going on therapy for RCC.

A brief discussion elucidating the patient and caregiver perspectives when selecting a treatment option for renal cell carcinoma.

Laura Sanza, PhD, MPAS, PA-C, leads a discussion on communicating adverse events with patients and mitigating potential toxicities.

Panelists share their perspective on establishing a support network for patients undergoing treatment for renal cell carcinoma.

Healthcare professionals reflect on recent evolutions in the renal cell carcinoma treatment landscape.

Practical advice on the management of renal cell carcinoma provided for healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers alike.

A panel of experts, a patient, and her caregiver discuss her renal cell carcinoma diagnosis, the prevalent treatment options, and optimal strategies for patient education.