Are you a hematologist or a generalist provider seeking clarity on how to best counsel patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) who are interested in gene therapy? Join us for a podcast session focused on important patient considerations for gene therapy, tailored for SCD providers and clinicians. This session aims to provide practical insights to facilitate clear communication between providers, patients with SCD, and their families about treatment options.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the Basics of Gene Therapy Treatments & SCD: By the end of the podcast, listeners will be able to identify some basic tenants of transformative treatments for sickle cell disease (SCD), focusing on how gene therapy treatments compare to other disease modifying treatments.
- Counseling Patients and Families: Listeners will be given suggestions on what key information to provide to patients and families that are interested in gene therapies, especially considering the build-up to gene therapy and also potential long-term effects.
- Enhance Communication Skills: This episode will suggest effective communication strategies to provide patients with both perspective and empathy while discussing gene therapy and other treatment options.
What is HemeTalks: Conversations in Hematology Education?
HemeTalks: Conversations in Hematology Education is an American Society of Hematology (ASH) podcast for community hematologists, advanced practice providers, and trainees. Through engaging storytelling and case-based discussions with guests ranging from early-career professionals to leading experts, the podcast offers practical strategies that make complex hematology topics accessible and relevant at every career stage. Its mission is to support the educational needs of its audience through high-quality, clinically focused content.