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HOPA News Spring 2026 - AL Amyloidosis: When Small Proteins Cause Big Problems

Read the latest issue of HOPA News, featuring articles on AL Amyloidosis, first-line treatment for mantle cell lymphoma, mentoring the next generation of oncology pharmacists, and much more!

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Membership

Oncology Pharmacist Day: Celebrating the People Who Make the Profession

On April 3, 2026, the oncology pharmacy community will mark the first-ever Oncology Pharmacist Day, a new annual observance recognizing the essential role hematology/oncology pharmacists play in improving the lives of people affected by cancer.

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HOPA News Late Breaking News

Late-Breaking HOPA News: Redefining Relapse: What MajesTEC-3 Means for the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma

Sanja Zepcan, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP, and Emily Rux, PharmD, BCOP, discuss the clinical questions raised by the recent MajesTEC-3 trial and the potential changes it finds in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

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Tools and Resources Drug Updates

Pharmacist's Application to Practice: Pirtobrutinib for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma

Cristina V. Martinez, PharmD, PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Resident, and Hunter Sowell, PharmD, BCOP, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Oncology, analyze the potential role for pirtobrutinib in treating chronic lymphocytic leukemia and small lymphocytic lymphoma.

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Advocacy

Congress Passes Health Extenders and PBM Reform

Here's what HOPA members should know about the end of the recent government shutdown, the resulting appropriations bills passed by Congress, and what the package includes pertaining to health care.

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Education

HOPA to Present BCOP CEs at AVAHO's Annual Meeting

AVAHO Pre-Conference features The Pre-Conference features three sessions totaling four hours of Board-Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) continuing education (CE) credits.

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Tools and Resources

Pharmacist's Application to Practice: Pirtobrutinib for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma

Cristina V. Martinez, PharmD, PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Resident, and Hunter Sowell, PharmD, BCOP, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist Oncology, analyze the potential role for pirtobrutinib in treating chronic lymphocytic leukemia and small lymphocytic lymphoma.

Collaborations

HOPA and Cancer Support Community Bring Together Patient and Pharmacist Points of View

The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) has partnered with Cancer Support Community (CSC) for a live video interview with an oncology pharmacist and cancer patient.

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As 2026 Forges Ahead, A Look Back at HOPA in 2025

2025 certainly brought challenges both new and familiar to HOPA, our members, our patients, and those dear to them. But it's also brought hope. It's brought progress. And it's brought an inspiring sense of purpose, passion, and community.

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Advocacy

What HOPA Members Should Know About the End of the 2025 U.S. Government Shutdown

On Wednesday, November 12, Congress passed a continuing resolution to re-open the government after a record 43-day shutdown. Here's what HOPA members should know about the bill and what's happening next.

Education

Overcoming Challenges to Provide BiTE and CAR T Cell Therapy at a Community Cancer Center

Krista L. Voytilla, PharmD, BCOP, and Chase N. Ayres, PharmD, BCOP, review the technical and clinical issues facing community cancer centers and their pharmacy teams delivering these high-tech treatments.

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Tools and Resources

Pharmacist's Application to Practice: Zongertinib

Reyam Katchi, PharmD, PGY2 Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Resident, and Kiera Roubal, PharmD, Oncology Clinical Pharmacist, break down the potential role for zongertinib in the treatment of non-squamous NSCLC with HER2 TKD activating mutations.

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Collaborations

Pharmacy Students and Oncology Pharmacists Combat Cancer Misinformation with National Initiative

The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) is proud to team up with the Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) for the Cancer Clarity Challenge, a new national competition.

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Membership

Oncology Pharmacist Day: Celebrating the People Who Make the Profession

On April 3, 2026, the oncology pharmacy community will mark the first-ever Oncology Pharmacist Day, a new annual observance recognizing the essential role hematology/oncology pharmacists play in improving the lives of people affected by cancer.

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Advocacy

Proposed Student Loan Limits for Nursing and Other Professions Will Contribute to Healthcare Worker Shortages

HOPA is concerned about the Department of Education's proposed language and student loan limits for professions crucial to oncology care, especially nursing. Implementation will contribute to the shortage of healthcare workers in this country.

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Education

2023 Tandem Meetings: Transplantation & Cellular Therapy Meetings of ASTCT™ and CIBMTR®

The in-person annual Transplantation & Cellular Therapy Meetings of ASTCT™ (American Society for Transplantation and Cellular Therapy) and CIBMTR® (Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research) took place from February 15-19, 2023 in Orla

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Tools and Resources

Pharmacist's Application to Practice: Taletrectinib

Benjamin Pastore, PharmD, PGY2 Adult Oncology Pharmacy Resident, and Jasmine Patel, PharmD, BCOP, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Thoracic Oncology, discuss the potential role of taletrectinib in the treatment of metastatic non-small cell lung cancer.

Collaborations

HOPA Partners with Pharmacy Quality Alliance to Improve Cancer Care Quality

Three HOPA members were among the 23 national experts and patients convened by PQA to improve the quality of care for individuals using oral anticancer medications.

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Work-Life Harmony Isn’t About Perfection; It’s About Priorities and Support

Striking the balance between work and family is challenging, but with the right mindset and support, it is possible. And when we succeed, we not only become better parents but also better pharmacists, leaders, and colleagues.