Expert Interviews

How Likely is a False Positive Breast Cancer Screening Result? Veteran Researcher Explains
October 15, 2024

A false positive finding on a screening mammogram is fairly common, according to UC Davis biostatistician Diana Miglioretti, PhD. Here's why.

After a False Positive Result, Screening Mammography May Not be a Priority for Some Women
October 14, 2024

The group of women least likely to return for a regular preventive screening mammogram after a false positive result surprised this primary investigator.

Researcher Explains How Women Respond to a False Positive Breast Cancer Screening Result
October 11, 2024

After a false positive outcome on screening mammography, a short interval call back for repeat imaging was a significant deterrent to future screening.

The Potential Harms of Breast Cancer Screening Need to be Explored and this Biostatistician is All In
October 10, 2024

The most common harm associated with breast cancer screening is a false positive finding; this UC Davis expert wanted to know more about how women respond.

Menopausal VMS Education in Primary Care: Build Trust First, Says One Clinician
October 08, 2024

Building trust with patients early on will help them feel comfortable discussing their symptoms and treatment preferences, says JoAnn Pinkerton, MD.

Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms: Clinician and Patients Both Need Education, Expert Says
October 07, 2024

Less than 15% of women in menopause receive treatment for VMS, suggesting a need a for more education and awareness, according to JoAnn Pinkerton, MD.

Switching from HRT to Non-HRT: Safety Considerations for Menopausal Women
October 04, 2024

An expert discussion with JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, national lead for the OASIS clinical trial program of elinzanetant for moderate-to-severe VMS.

Non-Hormonal Therapy for Menopausal VMS: How Does Elinzanetant Differ from HRT?
October 01, 2024

JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, national lead for the OASIS clinical trial program evaluating elinzanetant for menopausal VMS, discusses how non-hormonal therapy differs from HRT.

FDA Approval of Dupilumab for Uncontrolled COPD will Change the Treatment Landscape: Interview with Surya Bhatt, MD, MSPH
September 27, 2024

Surya Bhatt, MD, MSPH, is coprincipal investigator for the 2 pivotal phase 3 clinical trials that supported today's landmark FDA approval of dupilumab for COPD.

Elinzanetant for Menopausal VMS: OASIS Lead Investigator Discusses Results, Side Effects, Next Steps
September 24, 2024

JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, details the positive findings from the OASIS 1, 2, and 3 studies of elinzanetant and highlights next steps in research.