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Pituitary Grand Rounds Episode 8: Acromegaly Insights — A Case Discussion with Two Physicians and Their Fellows
This captivating conversation analyzes how patients can perceive acromegaly symptoms and quality of life differently than their physicians. It offers an intimate look at how endocrine fellows train on pituitary disorders and their confidence in managing these conditions post-fellowship. Importantly, the discussion also identifies the gaps in acromegaly care, exploring whether these are potentially linked to gaps in physician training or other factors.
Pituitary 101: Episode 7
In this fascinating episode we discuss prolactin and the regulation of its secretion. Hosted by Pituitary World News cofounder Dr. Lewis Blevins, Pituitary 101 is an engaging eight-episode video series crafted to deliver essential insights into the fascinating world of the pituitary gland.
Worth noting:
Recordati announces FDA approval of ISTURISA® new indication in the U.S. to treat endogenous hypercortisolemia in patients with Cushing’s syndrome,- Learn more here
Corcept Therapeutics announces FDA Relacolirant new drug application to treat Hypercortisolism . Read more
From Crinetics Pharmaceuticals – FDA accepts Crinetics new drug Paltusotine’s application for adults with acromegaly . Read more
Camurus announces final results for the once-monthly octreotide subcutaneous treatment option for acromegaly. Read more
New support site from Chiesi; Rethink acromegaly
Pfizer announces Together with Acromegaly patient support site and Together for Rare: Understanding your insurance options video.
Chiesi relaunches a patient-facing website for Mycapssa.
Content for physicians and healthcare professionals.
Join a drug trial. Find out how. Here’s a partial list of studies.
Latest trends and a roundup of health and wellness news
The Podcast
Knowledge and information are critical tools to affect early diagnosis in pituitary disease. Join Dr. Lewis Blevins and Jorge D Faccinetti cofounders, as they navigate the wonders and complexities of pituitary conditions.
Live Talk on Demand
Sometimes conversations take interesting turns and often lead to surprising and unexpected discussions. If you're a regular listener of the Pituitary Podcast, you may have caught a few of our live broadcasts where these unscripted discussion are common.Today I'm joined by Risa August, a patient and advocate and a frequent guest sharing her work, adventures and advocacy efforts, for one of those engaging chats.
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