Immune Challenges in Cancer: First-Line IO Therapy of Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

PROGRAM CHAIR

Millie Das, MD
Clinical Associate Professor, Stanford University
Chief, Oncology, VA Palo Alto Health Care System
Palo Alto, CA

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This educational activity will help clinicians to evaluate recent ICI monotherapy trials data in patients with advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) without targetable mutations, examine clinical findings for the combination of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) and chemotherapy in the management of patients with advanced NSCLC, and describe the recognition and management of immune-related adverse events in patients with advanced NSCLC treated with immunotherapy.

TARGET AUDIENCE
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of medical oncologists, oncology nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to maintain an up-to-date understanding of the latest data on immune checkpoint inhibitor regimens in the management of NSCLC.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:

• Evaluate recent immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) monotherapy trials data in patients with advanced NSCLC without targetable mutations
• Examine clinical findings for the combination of ICI and chemotherapy in the management of patients with advanced NSCLC
• Describe the recognition and management of immune-related adverse events in patients with advanced NSCLC treated with immunotherapy

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This CME activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Essentials.

PHYSICIAN CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the enduring activity.

JOINT ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Med Learning Group. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

NURSES (ANCC) CREDIT DESIGNATION
Amedco LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 ANCC contact hour.

DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, educational programs sponsored by Med Learning Group must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor. All faculty, authors, editors, staff, and planning committee members participating in an MLG-sponsored activity are required to disclose any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.

DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

CME CONTENT REVIEW
The content of this activity was independently peer-reviewed.
The reviewer of this activity has nothing to disclose.

CNE CONTENT REVIEW
The content of this activity was peer-reviewed by a nurse reviewer.
The reviewer of this activity has nothing to disclose.

STAFF PLANNERS AND MANAGERS
The staff, planners, and managers reported the following financial relationships or relationships to products or devices they have with ineligible companies related to the content of this CME/CE activity:

Matthew Frese, MBA, General Manager of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
Christina Gallo, SVP, Educational Development for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
Nicole Longo, DO, FACOI, VP of Med/Sci Services & Learner Engagement for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
Anita Misra-Press, PhD, Medical Director for Med Learning Group has nothing to disclose.
Lauren Welch, MA, VP, Accreditation and Outcomes for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
Aimee Meissner, Accreditation and Outcomes Coordinator for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
Lauren Bartunek, Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
Heather Gee, Program Coordinator for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.

DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE
Med Learning Group requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States. During this lecture, the faculty may mention the use of medications for both FDA-approved and non-approved indications.

METHOD OF PARTICIPATION
There are no fees for participating and receiving CME credit for this enduring activity. To receive CME/CNE credit participants must:

1. Read the CME/CNE information and faculty disclosures
2. Participate in the enduring activity
3. Complete the online post-test and evaluation

You will receive your certificate as a downloadable file.

DISCLAIMER
Med Learning Group makes every effort to develop CME activities that are science-based.

This activity is designed for educational purposes. Participants have a responsibility to use this information to enhance their professional development in an effort to improve patient outcomes. Conclusions drawn by the participants should be derived from careful consideration of all available scientific information. The participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic decision-making expertise before applying any information, whether provided here or by others, for any professional use.

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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Event staff will be glad to assist you with any special needs. Please contact Med Learning Group prior to participating at [email protected]

RELEASED DATE: August 15, 2023
EXPIRATION DATE: August 15, 2024

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