How Does Immunotherapy Treat Myeloma?
https://vimeo.com/729740066 Immunotherapy harnesses one’s own immune system to fight cancer. Dr. Krina Patel, a myeloma specialist and researcher, explains how this therapy changing the treatment landscape for myeloma. Dr. Krina…
Myeloma Induction and Consolidation Therapy Defined
https://vimeo.com/729739680 Myeloma expert, Dr. Krina Patel, defines the role and purpose of induction therapy and consolidation therapy in myeloma care. Dr. Krina Patel is an Associate Professor in the Department…
Relapsed and Refractory Myeloma Defined
https://vimeo.com/729739784 Myeloma expert Dr. Krina Patel reviews the difference between relapsed and refractory myeloma and how these distinctions may impact care and treatment. Dr. Krina Patel is an Associate Professor…
The Role of a Myeloma Specialist on Your Care Team
https://vimeo.com/729740149 Why should you seek a consultation with a myeloma expert? Dr. Krina Patel discusses the important roles a specialist can play in your myeloma care, even from a distance….
Expert Advice for Newly Diagnosed Myeloma Patients
https://vimeo.com/729740191 Myeloma expert and researcher Dr. Krina Patel shares key advice for patients newly diagnosed with myeloma, encouraging patients to take an active role in their care. Dr. Krina Patel…
How Can Clinical Trials Be Accessed?
https://vimeo.com/708852610 Clinical researcher Dr. Seth Pollack and patient advocate Sujata Dutta explain the benefits of participating in a clinical trial. They review important questions to ask your doctor and share…
Are Clinical Trials Safe?
https://vimeo.com/708852820 Clinical researcher Dr. Seth Pollack explains the safety protocols in place for clinical trials, including how data is reported and protected. Patient advocate Sujata Dutta goes on to share…
Are Clinical Trials a Logistical Nightmare?
https://vimeo.com/708853028 PEN board member and myeloma survivor Sujata Dutta shares how her family managed the logistics of her clinical trial participation. Sujuta Dutta is a myeloma survivor and empowered patient…
Is It Expensive to Participate in a Clinical Trial?
https://vimeo.com/708853111 Is there a financial cost to participating in a clinical trial? Dr. Seth Pollack explains how clinical trials participation is billed and potential financial impacts. Dr. Seth Pollack is…
Is a Clinical Trial a Last-Resort Option?
https://vimeo.com/708853148 Are clinical trials only meant as a last-resort option? Dr. Seth Pollack debunks this common clinical trial misconception and explains why he feels patients should participate when the opportunity…
If I Participate in a Clinical Trial, Will I Be a Guinea Pig?
https://vimeo.com/708853222 Does participating in a clinical trial make you a “guinea pig” for new treatments? Clinical researcher, Dr. Seth Pollack, provides a clear explanation of clinical trial safety protocols. Dr….
A Patient Shares Her Clinical Trial Experience
https://vimeo.com/708853262 Sujata Dutta, an empowered patient advocate, explains why she felt participating in a clinical trial was the right decision to treat her myeloma. Sujuta Dutta is a myeloma survivor…