This activity provides patient and practice-specific biosimilars content for clinicians in rheumatology practice.
Medtelligence
Pinpointing the Top Questions about Biosimilars in Rheumatology
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- Guest: Leonard H. Calabrese, DO
- Guest: John R. Tesser, MD
Experts discuss biosimilars and use clinical cases to review utilizing these agents in rheumatology practice.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to:
- Define biosimilars, extrapolation indications, and interchangeability on the basis of FDA definitions and guidance
- Explain the similarities/differences between biosimilars and originator (reference) biologics, as well as the difference between the terms biosimilar and generic
- Evaluate key aspects of current FDA guidance that inform the health care provider’s knowledge of the biosimilar approval process, manufacturing, and naming, as well as state regulations surrounding substitution practices
- Apply foundational knowledge on biosimilars to clinical situations relevant to rheumatology practice
Accredited Provider
This activity is provided by The France Foundation.
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Target Audience
This activity is intended for rheumatologists.
Statement of Need
Many clinicians are lacking knowledge regarding exactly what biosimilars are, how they are formulated, and how they differ from originator biologic agents. Clinicians also lack clear, accurate, and thorough information regarding the regulatory review and approval process, and related FDA guidance, including the process for/meaning of extrapolated indications and interchangeability designations. Despite the fact that some biosimilar agents are now FDA-approved and many more are expected for review/approval in the near future, practicing rheumatologists are not currently equipped with adequate knowledge regarding specific agents and how to safely and effectively apply them to actual practice, as well as respond to patient questions regarding efficacy and safety concerns.
Disclosure Policy
Faculty
Leonard H. Calabrese, DO
Professor of Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University
R.J. Fasenmyer Chair of Clinical Immunology
Orthopaedic & Rheumatologic Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OhioJohn R. Tesser, MD
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Division of Clinical Education
Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Glendale, Arizona
Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates
Phoenix, ArizonaMOC REVIEWERS
Theodore Bruno, MD
Chief Medical Officer
The France Foundation
Old Lyme, ConnecticutCassandra M. Calabrese, DO
Fellow – Rheumatology and Infectious Disease
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OhioDisclosure Policy
In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Commercial Support, The France Foundation (TFF) require that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest. TFF resolves all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs. Furthermore, TFF seeks to verify that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME/CE activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. TFF is committed to providing learners with high-quality CME/CE activities that promote improvements in health care and not those of a commercial interest.
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Faculty Disclosures-Content Creators/Activity Faculty
The following faculty report that they have relevant financial relationships to disclose:
- Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, has served as a consultant for AbbVie, Bristol Myers-Squibb, Centocor Biotech, Genentech, GSK, Horizon, Janssen and Pfizer. He has received honoraria from Crescendo Bioscience.
- John R. Tesser, MD, has served as a consultant for Amgen, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Crescendo Biosciences/Mallinkrodt, Genentech, Janssen, Lilly, Medac, Pfizer, Sanofi-Genzyme/Regeneron and UCB. He has served on a speaker’s bureau for AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers-Squibb, Crescendo Bioscience, Genentech, Janssen, Lilly, Medac, Pfizer and UCB. He has received research grants or support from AbbVie, Ablynx, Amgen, AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers-Squibb, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc, Celgene, Genentech, GSK, Janssen, Lilly, Merck KG, Novartis, Pfizer, Sandiz, Sun Pharma, and UCB.
MOC Reviewer Disclosures
The faculty listed below report that they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose:
- Theodore Bruno, MD
- Cassandra M. Calabrese, DO
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Commercial Support Acknowledgment
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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