Optimizing CML Management: Shared Decision Making and Enhancing the Patient Experience

A panel of experts on introduce a discussion on chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) with an overview of the disease, focusing on its subtypes and characteristics.

Joannie Clements, a patient advocate, provides insights on helping newly diagnosed patients with CML and their caregivers navigate the complexities of diagnosis, and Claire Saxton outlines resources available for them.

Experts on chronic myeloid leukemia discuss how caregivers can collaborate with the health care team and support newly diagnosed patients.

Focusing on the initiation of treatment for newly diagnosed patients with CML, Jorge E. Cortes, MD, details important factors to consider when starting treatment and Claire Saxton discusses strategies that optimize communication when considering treatment options.

A panel of experts on chronic myeloid leukemia discuss common patient concerns, adverse effect considerations, and best practices for setting clear expectations.

Claire Saxton shares insights on how physicians and caregivers can best assist patients with CML who have switched therapies.

Jorge E. Cortes, MD, details clinical scenarios that indicate a need to switch therapies for patients with chronic myeloid leukemia.

Experts on chronic myeloid leukemia delve into the important role of informed shared decision-making in the optimal treatment of patients with CML.

The panel concludes its discussion with insights on challenges and unmet needs in the CML treatment landscape, highlighting ways to better support patients and caregivers.