Episode 289 - Treating Leukemias: Past and Present With Hagop Kantarjian

In this special episode, Chadi sits down with one of the most influential figures in modern leukemia research and care: Hagop M. Kantarjian, MD, Professor and Samsung Distinguished Leukemia Chair in Cancer Medicine at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Kantarjian reflects on four decades of progress in leukemia treatment, discussing how the field has evolved from an era of limited therapeutic options to one transformed by groundbreaking scientific advances, while offering his perspective on risk stratification across favorable, less favorable, and high-risk leukemias. The conversation spans chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), and acute myeloid leukemia (AML), including the promise of triplet and quadruplet regimens and the urgent need for better therapies in secondary leukemias. Combining historical perspective, clinical insight, and a vision for the future, this episode is a rare opportunity to hear from a physician-scientist whose work has helped shape the modern treatment landscape for patients with leukemia worldwide. Check out Chadi’s website for all Healthcare Unfiltered episodes and other content. https://www.chadinabhan.com/ Watch all Healthcare Unfiltered episodes on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjiJPTpIJdIiukcq0UaMFsA