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SEASON 2

S02EP06:

Release Date: February 6, 2024

 

In this episode, we sit down with Neema Pathiyil, PA-C and Carolyn Varghese, FNP to discuss “Common Eye Diseases Encountered in Oncology Patients.”

  • Objectives:  

    • Describe the role of an APP in Ophthalmology at a Cancer Institution.
    • Describe basic eye anatomy and function of the retina.
    • Discuss imaging used to evaluate retina health.
    • Describe causes, symptoms, and treatment of common retinal pathologies such as: Retinal tears, Retinal detachments, Diabetic retinopathy/Radiation retinopathy, ERM, Macular holes, Macular degeneration, and posterior vitreous detachments.
    • Discuss procedures performed by an APP in Ophthalmology.

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S02EP05:

Release Date: December 8, 2023

 

In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Robb, APRN, CRNFA, FNP-C, Zohra Ali, APRN, FNP-C and, Tamseela Khan, MPAS, PA-C to discuss "Lung Cancer from a Surgical Perspective."

  • Objectives:  

    • Define the updated staging guidelines for lung cancer 
    • List the criteria for surgical eligibility
    • Describe key components of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS)
    • Explain the new thoracic surgery clinical data

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S02EP04:

Release Date: November 11, 2023

 

In this episode of the APAO Podcast Series, we sit down with Laura Salvador PA-C, Shelbi Westfield, PA-C and Whitney Throckmorton, PA-C, to discuss "Osteosarcoma". 

  • Objectives:  

    • Discuss the presentation and epidemiology of osteosarcoma   
    • Describe the workup/how to diagnose osteosarcoma as well as lack of traditional staging. 
    • Discuss the surgical options for Osteosarcoma including risks/benefits of each option.  
    • Describe chemotherapy options for osteosarcoma. 
    • Review overall patient outcomes in Osteosarcoma   

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S02EP03 Part 2:

Release Date: October 10, 2023

 

In this two-part series of the APAO Podcast Series, we sit down with Ivy Cocuzzi, PA-C and Jacob Kuruvila, PA-C to discuss "Vascular Access Devices”.

Objectives: 

  • Describe the ultrasound guided non-tunneled CVAD placement
  • Describe the selection process and determine the need for a non-tunneled CVAD/ Non-tunneled CVC
  • Discuss indications for a non-tunneled CVC selection and contraindication for CVC placement
  • Explain the supplies needed and pre procedure patient evaluation
  • Discuss possible procedure-related immediate and delayed complications

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S02EP03 Part 1:

Release Date: October 10, 2023

 

In this two-part series of the APAO Podcast Series, we sit down with Ivy Cocuzzi, PA-C and Jacob Kuruvila, PA-C to discuss "Vascular Access Devices”.

Objectives: 

  • Describe the ultrasound guided non-tunneled CVAD placement
  • Describe the selection process and determine the need for a non-tunneled CVAD/ Non-tunneled CVC
  • Discuss indications for a non-tunneled CVC selection and contraindication for CVC placement
  • Explain the supplies needed and pre procedure patient evaluation
  • Discuss possible procedure-related immediate and delayed complications

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S02EP02:

Release Date: August 8, 2023

 

In this episode of APAO Podcast we sit down with Jeanine Smith, PA-C to discuss "Hospice and Palliative Care for the Non-Hospice PA Provider," moderated by APAO President Tiffany Statler, PA-C.

Objectives: 

  • Explain the difference between hospice and palliative care and why it is important for all PAs who see serious illness patient populations to understand.
  • Review guidelines for palliative and hospice care and explain how they differ.
  • Recommend ways specialty practice PAs can assist with palliative treatment goals and treatment preferences while allowing palliative care and hospice to be a continuum for those with serious illness.
  • Review oncology patient scenarios to consider when referring to a palliative or hospice outpatient programs.
  • Discuss what can be done when palliative and hospice programs are not available to the patient in their home setting.

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S02EP01:

Release Date: July 13, 2023

 

In APAO’s 1st episode of Series 2 , we sit down with Lindsey Lyle PA-C and Julie Huynh-Lu, PA-C to discuss the personalizing the approach to patients with Myelofibrosis.

Objectives: 

  • Explain the key signaling pathways involved in the pathophysiology of myelofibrosis
  • Discuss heterogenous presentation as it relates to laboratory abnormalities
  • Describe common presenting symptoms and objective measures for monitoring
  • Discuss treatment plans and associated goals with patients