This webinar will use a combination of lecture and case studies to present the most current thinking on the treatment of higherrisk MDS. It will begin with a short overview of what is known about the MDS disease mechanism. This will be followed by a discussion of what defines higherrisk MDS versus lowerrisk MDS. This webinar will review treatment strategies and options currently being used for patients with higherrisk MDS, including drug therapy, supportive care, and stem cell transplantation. The factors that influence specific treatment decisions will also be discussed. The session will end with a brief discussion of the treatment options that are in development and may be available in the future.