CAPhO Connections Podcast

Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology
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CAPhO Connections Podcast Series keeps the oncology pharmacy community informed on matters affecting you and updated on CAPhO’s news related to education, awards, advocacy and research. Whether it’s your morning commute to work, a walk in the park, or just relaxing at home, the CAPhO Connections Podcast will offer a convenient way to keep up to date with all things oncology pharmacy!

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 22 - The Highs, the Lows, and the Evidence: Navigating Cannabis in Cancer Care

    Cannabis use among cancer patients is rapidly expanding in both popularity and complexity, creating exciting challenges and opportunities for oncology pharmacists. From understanding a growing variety of product types to interpreting evolving clinical evidence on symptom relief, drug interactions, and treatment outcomes, pharmacists are essential in ensuring safe, personalized patient care. In this episode, we reveal practical insights to empower oncology pharmacists in assessing, counseling, and monitoring patients using cannabis. Discover how this emerging therapy is reshaping oncology practice and could become a game changer! By the end of the podcast, listeners will be able to: Explain the rising use of recreational and medicinal cannabis among cancer patients.Recognize the diverse variety of cannabis product types and their relevance to oncology symptom management.Assess the potential impacts of cannabis on cancer treatments, including drug-drug and drug-disease interactions, safety, and therapeutic outcomes.Summarize current available evidence and data for cannabis use in managing oncology-related symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and pain.Explore practical approaches for oncology pharmacists to evaluate, counsel, and monitor patients using or inquiring. Resource list: 1. Bar-Sela G et al. Cannabis Consumption Used by Cancer Patients During Immunotherapy Correlates with Poor Clinical Outcome. Cancers 12:2447, 2020. 2. Grimison P, et al. Oral THC:CBD Cannabis Extract for Refractory Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Phase IICrossover Trial. Ann Oncol. 2020 Nov;31(11):1553-1560.  Bar-Lev Schleider L, et al. Prospective Analysis of Safety and Efficacy of Medical Cannabis in Large Unselected Population of Patients with Cancer. Euro J of Int Med. 2018 Mar;49:37-43. 3. Khoj L, et al. Effects of Cannabis Smoking on the Respiratory System: A State-of-the-Art Review. Respir Med. 2024 Jan;221:107494. 4. Lopera V, Rodríguez A, Amariles P. Clinical Relevance of Drug Interactions with Cannabis: A Systematic Review. J Clin Med. 2022 Feb 22;11(5):1154 5. Sauer MA et al. Marijuana: Interaction with the Estrogen Receptor. J Pharmacol Exp Ther 224:404-407, 1983. 6. Taha T et al. Cannabis Impacts Tumor Response Rate to Nivolumab in Patients with Advanced Malignancies. Oncologist 24:549, 2019. 7. Worster B, Hajjar ER, Handley N. Cannabis Use in Patients With Cancer: A Clinical Review. JCO Oncol Pract. 2022 Nov;18(11):743-749.

    36 min

  2. JUN 24

    Episode 21: Check out the CAPhO Competencies for Oncology Pharmacists in Canada

    What skills and attitudes qualify me to be an oncology pharmacist? Join 2 authors of CAPhO’s new Competencies for Oncology Pharmacists in Canada to explore the 5 pillars of oncology pharmacist competencies. Listeners can reflect on their oncology knowledge and skillset and use the Competencies to advance pharmacy practice. By the end of the podcast, listeners will be able to: Highlight why CAPhO created a collection of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to be an oncology pharmacist in Canada.List 4 competencies expected of an oncology pharmacist in Canada.Describe 3 practical ways in which an oncology pharmacist can use the Competencies document intheir practice.

    20 min

  3. MAY 13

    Episode 20: ISOPP CAPhO Symposium 2025: Australia Perspective

    The ISOPP CAPhO 2025 Symposium took place from April 3-7th in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Delegates from all over the world travelled to participate, learn, and network, including Lindon Lin, from Australia. In this episode, Lindon will share their experience from an international lens, including differences in practices and what they took away from the symposium that could be shared locally. Learning Objectives: • Explain why CAPhO ISOPP was chosen to attend • Reflect on the overall experience at CAPhO ISOPP in Victoria BC earlier this month • Highlight symposium takeaways from an International delegate • Discuss global oncology pharmacy practice from an Australian perspective

    19 min

  4. MAR 19

    Episode 19: What’s in store for ISOPP CAPhO 2025 Symposium in Victoria, British Columbia: The Pre Show

    The ISOPP CAPhO 2025 Symposium will take place from April 3-7th in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. With participants coming from over 25 countries, you can expect Victoria to have a different feel than our annual CAPhO Conferences. The international ISOPP template will gather pharmacists and pharmacy technicians from around the world to showcase their practices. We are seeing interesting innovations coming forward that could benefit others in their local communities. It will be an exciting event! About the Author: Tina Crosbie Tina Crosbie has been a clinical hematology pharmacist at the Ottawa Hospital for over 25 years and at Extend Pharmacy for the past 6 years. Her research aims to optimize drug administration and enhance patient education. Tina evaluates pharmacy education programs for CCCEP and actively volunteers for CAPhO. She is the chair of the upcoming ISOPP CAPhO 2025 Symposium in Victoria, BC.

    25 min

  5. 03/01/2024

    Episode 18: Vaccine Recommendations for Patients with Cancer

    When it comes to vaccine-preventable illnesses in patients with cancer, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! Listen to our podcast to learn how pharmacy professionals can help promote this public health measure in our highly vulnerable population.    Learning Objectives: Describe current recommendations for specific immunizations in patients receiving treatment for cancer Discuss considerations for immunizations in patients with cancer with respect to timing around treatment Understand the role of the pharmacist in ensuring patients are up to date on vaccines About the Author: Irina Rajakumar

    25 min

  6. 01/15/2024

    Episode 17: Engaging Pharmacy Oncology Learners

    “In learning you will teach, and in teaching you will learn” – Phil Collins.  This simple song lyric couldn’t be more representative of oncology pharmacy.  The pace of advancement in this field requires the need for constant learning. We will explore how we can harness our expertise and ability to learn to become the teachers needed for others to excel in this area. Learning Objectives: Explore the relationship between teaching and learning Appreciate why teaching is a necessary role for oncology pharmacy professionals Stimulate reflection on one’s own personal learning and teaching philosophy About the Author: Melanie Danilak

    36 min

  7. 12/12/2023

    Episode 16: Treating AML in the Elderly/Unfit Population - how do we manage the treatment regimen we always wanted?

    AML treatment options have exploded in the past 10+ years including the approval of different regimens in the non-intensive management of the disease. This podcast will review current practices and considerations for infection prevention for patients treated with myelosuppressive AML regimens. Learning Objectives: Describe the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and prognostic factors in the non-intensive management of AML Review the Canadian Landscape with a focus on current and emerging treatment options for the non-intensive management of AML Discuss current antimicrobial prophylaxis practices at different North American Oncology Centres Review current evidence for infection prophylaxis and drug interaction management in this population Review monitoring, following up and supportive care considerations for the Canadian Pharmacist About the Author: Jonathan Stevens

    29 min

  8. 11/24/2023

    CAPhO Connections Podcast Episode 15: Antineoplastic-Induced Nausea & Vomiting

    AINV is a common dose limiting toxicity that can impact adherence and quality of life. Pharmacists are in an ideal position to optimize management. Learning Objectives: Describe the pathophysiology of AINV Apply recommendations from practice guidelines to the treatment of patients with AINV Recognize challenges with completing AINV assessment using patient examples Explain the importance of the multidisciplinary approach to AINV management

    33 min
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CAPhO Connections Podcast Series keeps the oncology pharmacy community informed on matters affecting you and updated on CAPhO’s news related to education, awards, advocacy and research. Whether it’s your morning commute to work, a walk in the park, or just relaxing at home, the CAPhO Connections Podcast will offer a convenient way to keep up to date with all things oncology pharmacy!

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  • Creator
    Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    23
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