Onc Now: Inside Lung Cancer Care and What Comes Next

In this episode of Onc Now, Paolo Bironzo joins us to discuss the evolving landscape of thoracic oncology and the innovations transforming lung cancer care. From targeted therapies and immunotherapy selection to advances in mesothelioma treatment and molecular profiling, Bironzo shares insights into the challenges clinicians face today and the future of precision medicine. He also reflects on the importance of treatment de-escalation, the complexities of clinical trials, and offers advice for the next generation of oncologists. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 00:51 – Inspiration Behind Thoracic Oncology 03:17 – Current Challenges in Lung Cancer 04:50 – Impact of Targeted Therapies 07:14 – Selecting Patients for Immunotherapy 08:04 – Advances in Mesothelioma Treatment 14:52 – Molecular Profiling in Thoracic Cancer 19:52 – Challenges in Lung Cancer Trials 22:05 – Predicting Immunotherapy Response Challenges 24:23 – Future of Precision Medicine 26:05 – Advice for Early-Career Oncologists 28:40 – Three Wishes for Cancer Therapy Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this episode belong to the speakers and do not necessarily represent the opinions of EMJ.