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Ixekizumab for the Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis

07/30/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

The UNCOVER-2 study found that ixekizumab (anti-interleuekin-17A IgG4 monoclonal antibody) was superior to placebo and etanercept in psoriasis patients.

The UNCOVER-2 study found that...

07/30/2015

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Emerging Evidence and Future Direction of Chemoprevention in Pancreatic Cancer

07/30/2015

Mary Beth Nierengarten

Chemoprevention is used to target populations with preneoplastic lesions such as ductal in situ carcinoma and familial adenomatous polyposis.

Chemoprevention is used to...

07/30/2015

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Psoriasis Study Examines Cost per Responder with Biologics

07/30/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

In a new study, researchers sought to evaluate the cost per additional responder associated with 4 biologics to achieve PASI 75, PASI 90, and PASI 100.

In a new study, researchers...

07/30/2015

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Pharmacist Intervention Among Patients With Comorbidities

07/30/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Philadelphia, PA—A brief pharmacist telephone intervention resulted in significantly better proportion of days covered (PDCs) during the 6 months following the intervention among a group of nonadherent patients with comorbid hypertension and...

Philadelphia, PA—A brief...

07/30/2015

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Navigation Services Contribute to Improved Oncology Care at Reduced Cost

07/30/2015

With advances in cancer treatment, patients face increasingly more complex treatment and follow-up decisions that require efficient coordination within the health care system to optimize outcomes.

With advances in cancer...

07/30/2015

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Look to Benefit Design Trends of Exchange Market for Formulary Management

07/30/2015

Mary Beth Nierengarten

“Although the exchange market is still small, it is important for the managed care industry to be on the forefront of trends in formulary management,” said Caroline Pearson, vice president, health reform and policy, Avalere Health,...

“Although the exchange market is...

07/30/2015

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Study Examines Touch Avoidance in Psoriasis

07/30/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Vancouver, Canada—Severity of psoriasis has a significant impact on patient quality of life. In a new study, researchers conducted a cross-sectional survey among patients with psoriasis and included questions to assess the avoidance of...

Vancouver, Canada—Severity of...

07/30/2015

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Antiplatelet Therapy for Acute Coronary Syndrome

07/30/2015

Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Orlando, FL—Antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapies are crucial in the management of patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Platelet activation remains a major pathophysiological issue in ACS. Platelets upregulate the expression of...

Orlando, FL—Antiplatelet...

07/30/2015

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Adopting and Succeeding With Value-based Competition Model

07/30/2015

Mary Beth Nierengarten

Orlando, FL—Changes in the health care delivery system are placing demands on hospitals and physicians to become more competitive in a marketplace that is moving from fee-for-service payment models and pay-for-performance models to...

Orlando, FL—Changes in the...

07/30/2015

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Diagnosis and Management of IBD

07/30/2015

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects more than 1 million people in the United States. IBD encompasses a variety of clinical signs and symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)...

07/30/2015

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in Older Adults

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Eileen Koutnik-Fotopoulos

Chronic kidney disease is pervasive in the older population. The progression of CKD can have a significant affect on the overall prognosis of a geriatric patient.

Chronic kidney disease is...

11/03/2014

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US Government Proposes More Transparency in Clinical Trials

11/19/2014

Health officials proposed significantly expanding what researchers are required to report about clinical trials of drugs, devices, and other interventions.

Health officials proposed...

11/19/2014

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Device Could Reduce Direct Medical Costs For Patients with COPD

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Recent research in the International Journal of COPD found that a handheld mechanical oscillating positive expiratory pressure device could significantly improve post-exacerbation care.

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Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care

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Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.

Discover how health care contact...

07/31/2024

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Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024

06/11/2024

Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations

Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...

Key stakeholders in the health...

06/11/2024

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Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

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Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers

05/24/2024

Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC

Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.

Learn about the impacts of the...

05/24/2024

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Navigating Payment Models in the CGT Landscape: Insights and Innovations

05/21/2024

Joe DePinto, Head of Cell, Gene, and Advanced Therapies, McKesson

An expert discusses the evolution and challenges of payment models in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) space reviewed during his session at Asembia 2024.

An expert discusses the...

05/21/2024

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Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs at AMCP

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Unlocking the Future of Managed Care Pharmacy: A Deep Dive into Federal Legislation and Regulations

05/15/2024

Jennifer L. Mathieu Senior Vice President, Professional and Government Affairs, AMCP

Learn about developments in federal legislation and regulations within the pharmacy landscape shaping the future of managed care in an interview with a session presenter from AMCP 2024.

Learn about developments in...

05/15/2024

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Personalizing Weight Loss Management With GLP-1 Agonists

04/05/2024

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head of cardiometabolic clinical strategy, Teladoc

Featuring Tejaswi Kompala, MD, head o...

Delve into the rising demand for anti-obesity medications, the complexities of obesity management, and the importance of personalized approaches in improving cardiometabolic health in this insightful interview.

Delve into the rising demand for...

04/05/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Substance Use Disorder and Social Determinants of Health

03/27/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Join us for the continuation of an engaging two-part series showcasing an expert dedicated to reducing emergency department visits through the integration of behavioral health practices. Dr Zaubler will share invaluable insights into...

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03/27/2024

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Integrating Behavioral Health Services to Reduce ED Visits: Suicide Prevention and Preemptive Primary Care

03/25/2024

Featuring Tom Zaubler, MD, MPH, CMO at NeuroFlow

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Come join us for the first installment of a captivating two-part series featuring an expert committed to minimizing emergency department visits through the implementation of behavioral health integrations. Dr Zaubler will offer valuable...

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03/25/2024

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Navigating the Evolution of Digital Solutions in Health Care

02/27/2024

Featuring Yash Prajapati, consultant at ZS Associates

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Join us in exploring the challenges and opportunities in the development, approval, and integration of digital therapeutic solutions with ZS Associates consultant Yash Prajapati.

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02/27/2024

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Advancements and Challenges in Diabetes Management

02/27/2024

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief medical officer at Welldoc, endocrinologist at MedStar Health

Featuring Mansur Shomali, MD, chief m...

Learn about the state of digital therapeutics for disease management such as diabetes care in terms of cost, outcomes, integration, and more with Dr Mansur Shomali, CMO at Welldoc.

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