To hold or NOT to hold Systemic Therapy with Radiation: Dr. Nina Sanford

Welcome back to the Oncology Brothers podcast! In this episode, we were joined by Dr. Nina Sanford, a GI radiation oncologist from UT Southwestern, to discuss a critical topic in cancer treatment: when to hold and not to hold systemic therapy during radiation and for how long.   Join us as we explore: The framework for balancing systemic therapy with different types of radiation, including SBRT, palliative, and conventional radiation. Insights on managing cytotoxic chemotherapy, immunotherapy, TKIs, and targeted therapies in conjunction with radiation. The importance of individualized treatment plans and the evolving data around various drug classes, including BRAF inhibitors, PARP inhibitors, and anti-HER2 therapies. Practical recommendations for community oncologists navigating these complex decisions.   Listen us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31BXhY9FM4gPWG10WgE11o   Follow us on social media: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/oncbrothers  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers  Website: https://oncbrothers.com/ Don't forget to check out Dr. Sanford's teaching video for more in-depth information! #RadiationOncology, #SystemicTherapy, #SBRT, #MultidisciplinaryCare, #OncologyBrothers