S9 E1: Head & Neck Cancer Care: Clinical Progress & Compassionate Practice

28/08/2025 38 min Temporada 9 Episodio 1
S9 E1: Head & Neck Cancer Care:  Clinical Progress & Compassionate Practice

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Episode Synopsis

We are thrilled to open Season 9 of the PQI Podcast with a powerful episode featuring Deborah Wong, MD, PhD, Associate Clinical Professor at UCLA and Director of the Head and Neck Medical Oncology Program.This conversation spans the full spectrum of oncology care — from groundbreaking trial data to the everyday realities of supporting patients, families, and care teams. Dr. Wong offers a timely look at what’s new in head and neck cancer while also sharing her thoughtful approach to compassionate care.In this episode, Dr. Wong discusses:The Keynote-689 trial and FDA approval of pembrolizumab for resectable head and neck cancer.Tailoring treatment for HPV-positive vs. HPV-negative disease.Emerging therapies such as antibody-drug conjugates.Quality of life challenges, including speech, swallowing, and survivorship.Supporting caregivers as the “unsung heroes” of cancer care.Strategies for preventing burnout and fostering resilience in oncology practice.