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Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy in Urologic Oncology

Edouard J. Trabulsi  •  Costas D. Lallas Anne E. Lizardi-Calvaresi Editors

Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy in Urologic Oncology A Guide for the Advanced Practice Provider

Editors Edouard J. Trabulsi Department of Urology Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia PA USA

Costas D. Lallas Department of Urology Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia PA USA

Anne E. Lizardi-Calvaresi Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia PA USA

ISBN 978-3-030-52020-5    ISBN 978-3-030-52021-2 (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-52021-2 © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2021 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer Nature Switzerland AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland

Foreword

The front lines of genitourinary (GU) oncology have shifted over the past decade with growing awareness of the benefit of a multidisciplinary approach. Additionally, physician shortages and emphasis on continuity of care and survivorship have led to an increased role of the advanced practice provider (APP). Out of these two concepts has emerged the defined position of an APP in Genitourinary Oncology. We long ago recognized the value of this model and have promoted it in our practice for the last 10+ years. We firmly believe that this gives optimal care to our patients. The idea for this book was created out of the ongoing collaboration between urologic oncologists, genitourinary oncologists, GU radiation oncologists, and advanced practice providers at our institution and others. Each chapter is a result of team effort by field experts and an APP, who works closely with them, helping them communicate with and manage