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touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchOPHTHALMOLOGY Listen to a series of interviews with two medical retina specialists and a biomarker expert who will provide their insights into the pathophysiology of diabetic macular oedema (DMO), including the inflammatory mechanisms of disease and how they may impact treatment. The faculty will also consider the clinical utility of optical coherence tomography (OCT) im...

touchPANEL DISCUSSION for touchNEUROLOGY Listen to a panel of experts in epilepsy as they discuss how to promptly and accurately diagnose and manage Lennox–Gastaut syndrome (LGS). Moderated by a leading European expert, this episode brings together faculty from the Gulf region and Japan, as they explore diagnostic approaches in their regions, before sharing their unique regional perspectives and r...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchCARDIO Listen to short interviews with two expert cardiologists discussing the role of current and emerging therapeutic classes that aim to address the unmet needs of patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The faculty will review current therapeutic approaches for managing obstructive versus nonobstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy to highlight existing gaps in pat...

Module 1: Beyond EGFR: Addressing actionable drug resistance mechanisms touchCLINICAL PERSPECTIVES for touchONCOLOGY and touchRESPIRATORY In this module, Professors Jänne and Girard explore the challenges of resistance to EGFR-targeted therapies in non-small cell lung cancer. They discuss how mechanisms such as MET and HER2 amplification drive resistance to first-line osimertinib, review emerging...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchONCOLOGY Listen to insights from Prof. Jean-Pascal Machiels on optimizing the use of immunotherapy in patients with recurrent/metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) and the potential future role of immunotherapy in resectable locally advanced HNSCC. The expert: Prof. Jean-Pascal Machiels, Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc, Brussels, Belgium This touchP...

touchIN CONVERSATION for touchCARDIOLOGY and touchENDOCRINOLOGY Listen to two experts as they discuss the diagnosis, treatment and how to support patients with FCS. They cover how to recognize key clinical signs and symptoms, strategies to help manage symptoms, reduce triglyceride levels and prevent complications. They  also share key insights from their experience with novel targeted therapies fo...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchHAEMATOLOGY Prof. Lucia de Franceschi, a leading expert in sickle cell disease, examines the clinical manifestations and burden of the condition, reviews current and emerging treatments and offers guidance on comprehensive lifespan care that addresses complications, quality of life, and disparities, while highlighting the essential role of multidisciplinary support. The...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchENDOCRINOLOGY, touchCARDIO and touchNEUROLOGY Listen to a series of short expert interviews on timely diagnosis and individualized care for Fabry disease, using genetic and clinical insights. Our faculty discuss strategies to reduce diagnostic delays, identify clinically relevant genetic variants and tailor treatment based on each patient's genotype–phenotype correlation...

touchCASES for touchONCOLOGY Listen to three experts as they discuss how patient and disease characteristics may inform treatment selection in recurrent/metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (R/M NPC). They will discuss the cases of three patients which will cover first-line and second-line treatments as well as key considerations for their treatment plans in their patients' cases. The experts: Dr N...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchHAEMATOLOGY and touchONCOLOGY Listen to a series of short expert interviews on the role of B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA)-directed therapies in relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM). The faculty discuss patient selection, treatment tailoring and strategies to manage side effects, providing practical guidance for integrating BCMA-targeting approaches into care. Th...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchOPHTHALMOLOGY Listen to a series of short interviews with leading experts on phacoemulsification in cataract surgery. The faculty discuss optimizing fluidics and ultrasound energy, ophthalmic viscosurgical device selection, and integrating technological advances in phacoemulsification into clinical practice. The experts: Dr Ike K Ahmed, Prism Eye Institute, Toronto, ON,...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchOPHTHALMOLOGY Listen to a series of interviews with Prof. Elias Traboulsi on the clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of patients with Stargardt disease. Prof. Traboulsi shares key clinical characteristics and retinal imaging results indicative of Stargardt disease, discusses the right tools to use to accurately and promptly diagnose the condition, and reviews...

touchTALKS for touchENDOCRINOLOGY  Listen to Prof. Jennifer Sherr, as she discusses key updates on the prevention and management of DKA. The discussion covers the clinical features and aetiology of DKA, its impact on people living with diabetes, the underlying metabolic pathways, risk factors, common triggers, and the pillars of management. Prof. Sherr also explores strategies for prevention and e...

touchCASES for touchRESPIRATORY and touchCARDIO This touchCASES activity presents expert-led discussions exploring three clinical cases of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Through these detailed cases, the expert faculty examine a range of clinical presentations and highlight critical decision points across the patient journey, from initial diagnosis and risk stratification to treatment init...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchCARDIO and touchENDOCRINOLOGY Listen to two experts discuss how continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can help identify and manage cardiovascular risk in people with or without diabetes. They explore the role of glycaemic variability, the limitations of conventional glucose metrics, and the added value of CGM, including recent advances and patient education to support effe...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchONCOLOGY Listen to a series of short interviews with three leading experts as they discuss the use of HER2 as a targetable biomarker in gastrointestinal oncology. The faculty cover the clinical significance of HER2 alterations, best practices for biomarker testing, key clinical trial data on efficacy and safety, and the role of HER2-targeted therapies in both common and...

touchPANEL DISCUSSION for touchONCOLOGY Listen to three leading international experts in gynaecological oncology as they discuss how immunotherapy is transforming the treatment of advanced endometrial carcinoma. The faculty explore how the latest data are shaping first-line treatment decisions, how to personalize therapy using biomarkers and molecular classification, and how to manage immune-relat...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchNEUROLOGY and touchCARDIO Listen to Dr Chafic Karam share expert insights on diagnosing and managing ATTRv amyloidosis. In this short interview, he covers red-flag symptoms, diagnostic challenges and key strategies for differentiating ATTRv. He also discusses current treatment options, including TTR stabilisers and gene silencers, as well as emerging therapies aimed at i...

touchCONGRESS for touchHAEMATOLOGY and touchONCOLOGY Listen to multiple myeloma expert Prof. Philippe Moreau review key data for BCMA-targeting agents in the treatment of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma presented at the international Controversies in Multiple Myeloma (COMy), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and European Hematology Association (EHA) 2025 congresses. Prof. Moreau is...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchDERMATOLOGY Listen to Prof. Ilona Frieden share expert insights on the clinical management of infantile haemangiomas, with a focus on timely referral and effective risk stratification. She also explores current and emerging treatment options and practical strategies to support families throughout a patient’s care journey.  The expert: Prof. Ilona Frieden, University of C...

touchIN CONVERSATION for touchONCOLOGY Listen to two oncologists discuss the incorporation of antibody–drug conjugates (ADCs) into the treatment of metastatic breast cancer, tackling questions submitted by the oncology community. They discuss how treatment can be guided by biomarkers, give practical insights into creating a personalized care plan for patients, and share strategies for managing ADC...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchONCOLOGY Listen to a series of short interviews with three leading experts discussing the application of immunotherapy in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). The experts explore the latest data and guideline recommendations for immunotherapy in early-stage and metastatic TNBC, and how to maximize treatment benefits.  The experts: Prof. Sherko Kümmel – Kliniken Essen-Mi...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchRESPIRATORY Listen to Prof. Jonathan Spicer share expert insights on immunotherapy in early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). He explores current treatment strategies, highlights the role of neoadjuvant, perioperative and adjuvant approaches, and considers practical aspects of clinical implementation. The expert Prof. Jonathan Spicer, McGill University, Montreal,...

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchONCOLOGY Listen to Prof. Jonathan Spicer share expert insights on immunotherapy in early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). He explores current treatment strategies, highlights the role of neoadjuvant, perioperative and adjuvant approaches, and considers practical aspects of clinical implementation. The expert Prof. Jonathan Spicer, McGill University, Montreal, Ca...

NEW touchCASES for touchINFECTIOUS DISEASES Listen to  Prof. José Arribas, a leading HIV expert, and Ms Harriet Langanke, a journalist and HIV activist, discuss personalized care strategies for people living with HIV, focusing on three key concerns: weight gain, pill fatigue and treatment initiation. The experts: Prof. José Arribas, University Hospital La Paz, Madrid, Spain, Ms Harriet Langanke, G...