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Multiple Myeloma: PA role in Timely Diagnosis and Treatment

Webinar/Online

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 8:00pm ET - 9:30pm ET
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Topic

Multiple Myeloma

Speaker(s)

Joshua Richter, MD and Chad Robertson, PA-C

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Additional Information

AHPAC and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society are joining together for this event. Please plan on attending if you can. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkd-2rqzgsGdC-cUjKAkcMIi34uy8Dn6aK

1. Describe myeloma, including etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and risk factors

2.  Identify disparities in diagnosing myeloma in Black and African American populations

3.  Outline the role of the PCP in facilitating referral to a hematologist-oncologist or medical oncologist and in communicating with the patient about goals for treatment

4.  Describe treatment approaches, including side effect management

5.  Provide education and support referrals to LLS and other organizations