Increasing use of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) for the treatment of cancer has led to an increasing incidence of immune related adverse events (irAEs). Cutaneous toxicities are some of the most common irAE manifestations, but clinicians may be less trained to recognize signs and symptoms in non-White patients. Social determinants of health that may impact a patient’s ability to receive recommended treatment for irAEs include geographic location, transportation difficulties, low income, and language barriers. Implicit and explicit biases may impact a patient’s ability to receive guideline-recommended care from healthcare team members. Focused efforts are needed to address health care inequities in patients being treated with ICIs and to improve chances of achieving the best possible outcomes for all patients. Clinicians need to incorporate considerations for health care disparities into care planning to effectively manage irAEs in historically disadvantaged patient populations.
In this CMEO BriefCase, expert faculty will present information on how healthcare disparities impact irAE recognition and management and pharmacist considerations for social determinants of health relative to irAE diagnosis and treatment planning. Discussion will include strategies for addressing healthcare inequities in order to improve timely recognition and treatment for all patients experiencing irAEs.
Upon completion of this activity, learners will be better able to develop tactics for addressing health care disparities in patients experiencing irAEs.
Supported by an educational grant from Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc.
Pharmacists in outpatient, ambulatory, or community care settings.
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Dr. Ajewole reports no financial relationships to disclose.
Dr. Velázquez Mañana reports the following financial relationships:
Advisory Board: AstraZeneca
Stock Shareholder (directly purchased): Corbus Pharmaceuticals Holdings, Inc.
Other Financial or Material Support: Honoraria: Curio Science and MJH Life Sciences; Travel/accommodations: Bio Ascend and DAVA
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