HealthTree University: Autologous Stem Cell Transplant (Part 1 of 3)

Posted: Oct 08, 2020

Autologous Stem Cell Transplant (ASCT) is a myeloma treatment that has stood the test of time, because it is widely considered safe and effective for a wide range of myeloma patients. Many consider a transplant as their first myeloma therapy, and those who don’t will probably still want to have the option later to do one. This series, taught by world experts on ASCT for multiple myeloma patients was created to teach you the ins and outs of ASCT to help you make the best decision for your best outcomes.

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7.01 - What are the different types of stem cell transplants?

7.02 - What is an ASCT (autologous stem cell transplant)? Why is it effective? Is it safe?

7.03 - Who should consider an ASCT?

7.04 - Why consider an ASCT in the age of novel therapies?

7.05 - At what point in treatment should ASCT be considered, and is there a best time to have an ASCT?

We’d like to thank our faculty who donated their time in creating these videos, including:

Amrita Krishnan, MD of City of Hope
Aravind Ramakrishnan, MD of St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Parameswaran Hari, MD, MRCP of Medical College of Wisconsin
Aaron Rapoport, MD of University of Maryland
Saad Usmani, MD, FACP of Levine Cancer Institute
Omar Nadeem, MD of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Philip McCarthy, MD of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Muzaffar Qazilbash, MD of MD Anderson Cancer Center
Paul Richardson, MD of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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about the author
Cynthia Chmielewski

Cynthia Chmielewski is a professional educator and myeloma advocate. As a former teacher, she now teaches myeloma patients how to advocate for themselves as the Director of HealthTree University.