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Integrated Cancer Education for Oncology Pharmacists

The role of oncology pharmacists in the care of patients with cancer is critical given the complexities related to cost, tolerability, safety of oral oncology medications, issues of access, monitoring and follow-up of patients receiving this therapy. 

The Novartis Virtual Learning Series is designed to keep oncology pharmacists informed on the evolving body of knowledge in oncology and to help pharmacists implement new best processes at their clinical settings for better patient outcomes.

Learning Assets

Our virtual library of learning resources allows pharmacists to learn at their own pace and engage with the material in a variety of formats: accredited patient case modules and video-based presentations.

Learning Aims

Provide the latest clinical information and resources to help oncology pharmacists to enhance the care of patients with cancer who receive oncology treatments. 

Learning Objectives

  • Boost oncology pharmacists’ leadership and knowledge in Oncology and help them implement highly specialised therapeutic area guidelines to secure best patient outcomes.
  • Provide world-class online education for oncology pharmacists
  • Drive awareness of the burden of disease, such as solid tumour cancers, haematology cancers, and showcase the value of innovative treatments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

On-Demand Webinar

Enhancing Oncology Care for Breast and Lung Cancer Patients in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Understand the current landscape of approved therapies for breast cancer and lung cancer, with a focus on targeted therapy and immunotherapy.

Plus: learn how you, as a pharmacist, can collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to support patients throughout their oncology journey, from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up.

Faculty

Majed Alshamrani, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
Meteb Al-Foheidi, MD
Nora A. Alkhudair, Assistant Professor, PharmD
Hamed Alhussaini, MD

Continuing Medical Education Modules

Accredited continuing medical education modules, featuring real-world patient cases, will help pharmacists to enhance the care of patients with cancer who receive oncology treatments, as well as stay up to date on new practices and guidelines. These modules will review international approaches as well as therapeutic options for four of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Straight Talk on COVID-19 Series

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MARCH
30

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Expert Brief

The alarming statistics reveal a remarkable 30% rise in incidence over the past decade, warranting immediate attention. The speakers in this expert brief shed light on the significance of shared decision-making in screening, specifically emphasizing the target age group of 55 and above, who should undergo annual PSA blood tests.

This program series is accredited for 4 CME hours.

This program is supported by Novartis.

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