
Opinion|Videos|November 15, 2024
Strategies for Community Adoption of Bispecifics into Treatment of Relapsed/ Refractory Multiple Myeloma
Panelists discuss effective strategies for promoting the adoption of bispecific antibodies in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (R/R MM) treatment, emphasizing the importance of educational initiatives, improving care transitions between academic and community settings, addressing misconceptions, and sharing key takeaways and clinical pearls for community oncologists.
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Video content above is prompted by the following:
- Which strategies have you found effective in encouraging the adoption of bispecifics in R/R MM treatment?
- Discuss any educational initiatives or protocols that have been successful
- Address common concerns or any hesitations from colleagues.
- How can we improve the transition of care for patients receiving bispecifics between academic centers and community practices?
- Explore any challenges in this transition.
- Share best practices for communication and coordination between settings.
- In your experience, what are the key factors influencing community oncologists' adoption of bispecifics in R/R MM, and how can academic centers support this process?
- Address any misconceptions about bispecifics usage in community settings.
- Identify necessary resources or support systems to increase comfort levels in prescribing and managing bispecifics.
- Explore potential partnerships, training programs, or consultative services between academic and community practices.
- What are some data updates at IMS that you are excited about regarding bispecifics in R/R MM?
- Before we close, I would like each of you to share some key takeaways and clinical pearls on the use of bispecifics for patients with R/R MM for your community colleagues.
- Please share your closing thoughts
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