Opinion|Videos|September 27, 2024
Referral Process: CAR T-Cell Therapy
Medical experts discuss the CAR T-cell therapy referral process between community and academic centers, how academic centers can aid community oncologists in identifying eligible patients, determining suitable referrals, and managing patient expectations.
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Video content above is prompted by the following:
- Please talk about the referral process at your institution for patients with CAR T-cell therapy between community and academic centers.
- How can academic centers better support community oncologists in identifying eligible patients?
- How do you determine which patients are most suitable for referral to academic centers for these therapies?
What types of referrals do you usually do?
How do you manage patient expectations throughout the referral process?
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