PROGRAM DURATION:
July 2024 –
September 2026
FORMAT:
Live quarterly webinars & recordings on-demand
CERTIFICATION:
Certification received upon completion
This session will provide a comprehensive introduction to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), its history, key responsibilities, and how it regulates drugs. Participants will gain insights into the regulatory pathways for drug approval and how the FDA exercises flexibility to support novel treatments. Importantly, this session will highlight ways MPN (myeloproliferative neoplasm) patients and caregivers can actively engage in the regulatory process to ensure their voices are heard.
Meet our expert speaker:
Sarah Wicks is an associate at Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. where she advises drug and biologics companies on a wide range of FDA regulatory and compliance matters throughout the product development and commercialization process. She helps clients navigate human subject protections, clinical trial conduct, product strategies, and interactions with the FDA. She also provides guidance on advertising, promotion, and labeling, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, and offers expertise in managing internal investigations, responding to FDA inspection observations, and defending against enforcement actions. A strong advocate for the patient voice in drug development, Sarah is dedicated to incorporating patient perspectives into the regulatory process. She plays a key role in planning externally-led patient-focused drug development meetings and works with patient organizations to organize patient listening sessions and adjunct scientific workshops. Her efforts bridge the gap between regulatory frameworks and the needs of the patient community, ensuring that drug development aligns with patient priorities and experiences. By combining her regulatory knowledge with a commitment to patient-centered approaches, Sarah helps clients navigate the complex landscape of drug development while advocating for meaningful patient engagement.
Key Learning Objectives:
Gain an overview of the FDA’s history, responsibilities, and common misconceptions.
Understand the regulatory framework governing drug approvals, including safety and efficacy considerations.
Explore the different regulatory pathways available for drug approvals.
Learn how the FDA applies regulatory flexibility to accommodate innovative treatments.
Discover opportunities for MPN patients and caregivers to contribute to the regulatory decision-making process.
Webinar Evaluations Webinar evaluations will be posted here post event. Certifications will be issued after the last webinar once all evaluations been completed.
- Session 1: Intro to MPN Research Foundation & MPN 101
- Session 2: The Lifecycle of Drug Development
- Session 3: MPN Clinical Trials 101
- Session 4: Coming Soon
Q3 2024
Speaker: Sara Douglas, MSN, RN, OCN
Intro MPN Research Foundation & MPN 101
Recording / Evaluation
Q4 2024
Speaker: Dr. Scott Weir, PharmD, PhD
The Life Cycle of Drug Development
Recording / Evaluation
Q1 2025
Speaker: Christina Persaud, RN, BSN, CCRP
MPN Clinical Trials 101
Recording / Evaluation
Q2 2025
Speaker: Sarah Wicks
FDA 101
Registration / Evaluation
Q3 2025
Speaker: TBD
Patients and Caregivers’ Voices in Research
Q4 2025
Speaker: TBD
Clinical Trial/Research Protocol 101
Q1 2026
Speaker: TBD
Informed Consent
Q2 2026
Speaker: TBD
A Patient’s Guide to Scientific Presentations
Q3 2026
Speaker: TBD
Patient-Reported Outcomes and Quality of Life in MPNs
The MPN Pathways: Empowered Voices in Research Certification Program, made up of 9 expert-led webinar sessions, will be presented live every quarter through 2026. Participants will receive a certification upon completing the steps below, recognizing their commitment and expertise in MPN research advocacy:
Evaluations can be accessed via email after each live session or on MPN Research Foundation’s website. Upon completing all 9 sessions and evaluations, participants will receive an MPN Pathways: Empowered Voices in Research certificate via email to print and display proudly!
Important Note: If you cannot attend the live webinars, don’t worry! All sessions will be recorded and made available to you.
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