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OncoDaily is your trusted source for the latest oncology news, expert interviews, patient stories, and cutting-edge research. Our mission is to empower the global cancer community-patients, survivors, professionals, and advocates-with timely, credible information. Subscribe for weekly podcasts, expert conversations, and updates on groundbreaking cancer research.

41m ago

The Patients Cannot Wait Months | Adam Vojtěch

From leading through the COVID-19 crisis to transforming cancer care — what does it take to build a healthcare system that saves lives? In this episode of World Health Voices by OncoDaily, Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan, Editor-in-Chief of OncoDaily and Candidate for WHO Director-General, speaks with Adam Vojtěch, Minister of Health of the Czech Republic, about leadership, healthcare reform and the future of cancer care. Appointed Health Minister at just 31, Vojtěch reflects on the most challenging period of his life, the urgency of reducing cancer treatment delays, the importance of specialized cancer centers, and the role of prevention and innovation in improving patient outcomes. The conversation also explores the future of global health leadership and the priorities facing the next WHO Director-General. From navigating crises to building a healthcare system where cancer patients don’t have to wait — a conversation about decisions that can save lives. Watch the full interview on OncoDaily TV. Support the show
4d ago

I Never Stopped Being a Doctor | Elsa Nkana Joséphine Ayo épouse Bivigou

From treating patients to shaping the future of healthcare for an entire nation. In a new episode of World Health Voices by OncoDaily, Dr Gevorg Tamamyan sits down with Prof. Elsa Nkana Joséphine Ayo épouse Bivigou, Minister of Health of Gabon, for a conversation about medicine, leadership, and the future of healthcare in Africa. A practicing cardiologist, professor, and Minister of Health, Prof. Ayo épouse Bivigou shares her journey from medical training in Belgium to returning to Gabon with a mission to improve healthcare and expand access to quality treatment. The conversation goes beyond professional achievements to explore the realities of clinical practice, the challenges of healthcare leadership, and the urgent need to strengthen Africa's health systems. Can Africa build a more independent and self-sustaining healthcare future? From access to advanced treatments and the local production of medicines and vaccines to research, innovation, and health sovereignty, the discussion addresses questions that extend far beyond Gabon's borders. And beyond policy and medicine, there are deeply personal moments. When Dr Tamamyan asks, “Who are your mentors?”, her answer is just one word: “God.” One physician. One national responsibility. A conversation about the future of healthcare in Africa. Watch the new episode of World Health Voices, hosted by Dr Gevorg Tamamyan, exclusively on OncoDaily. Subscribe for more conversations with the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping global health. Support the show
4d ago

Personal Journey of Dr. Gilberto Lopes

In this episode of OncoInfluencer Series by OncoDaily TV, host Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan, Pediatric oncologist, Co-chair of SIOP GHN Research and Innovation Working group, SVP OncoDaily, sits down with Dr. Gilberto Lopes, Chief of the Division of Medical Oncology and Associate Director and Medical Director for International Programmes at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami, to talk about about his personal journey in oncology, cancer research, global health equity, and leadership. Dr. Lopes shares how cancer and cancer care inaccessibility affected his family long before he became an oncologist. That experience became an important motivation for his work in cancer drug access and healthcare policy. Reflecting on his career, Dr. Lopes discusses his early research in Brazil, clinical training in Miami, years leading clinical trials in Singapore, and his role in expanding oncology services and research networks across Latin America. He also shares his work at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, including efforts to strengthen clinical research, education, and international oncology collaboration. The conversation explores his involvement with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), his candidacy for UICC President-elect, and his leadership of the ATOM Coalition, an initiative dedicated to improving access to essential cancer medicines in low- and middle-income countries. Dr. Lopes discusses the coalition's progress, including its work with more than 40 partners across over 40 countries and the delivery of more than 1.3 million doses of quality-assured cancer medications. Beyond global health policy, Dr. Lopes reflects on his contributions to lung cancer research, including clinical trials that have helped advance immunotherapy and targeted treatments. He also discusses what meaningful leadership looks like, the importance of teamwork, and how he approaches balancing professional responsibilities with family life. For young oncologists and researchers, he shares advice on mentorship, preparation, recognizing opportunities, and building careers that can make a lasting difference for patients. From personal loss to global cancer leadership, this conversation explores why progress in oncology must be measured not only by scientific discoveries, but also by whether those discoveries reach the people who need them. Support the show
5d ago

The breast surgeon and global oncology advocate | Maira Caleffi

What happens when a breast surgeon realizes that treating individual patients is not enough to change cancer outcomes? In this episode of OncoInfluencer Series by OncoDaily TV, host Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan, Pediatric oncologist, Co-chair of SIOP GHN Research and Innovation Working group, SVP OncoDaily, speaks with Dr. Maira Caleffi, Founder and Chair of FEMAMA, Head of the Breast Unit and Prevention Programmes at Hospital Moinhos de Vento, Brazil. From her early interest in biochemistry and medicine to her specialized training in London and research in cancer genetics, Dr. Caleffi reflects on the experiences that shaped her career and inspired her to move beyond the operating room into patient advocacy, healthcare policy, and global cancer leadership. After returning to Brazil, she witnessed the challenges of late breast cancer diagnosis, unequal access to treatment, and limited patient participation in healthcare decisions. These experiences motivated her to establish IMAMA and later FEMAMA, bringing patient organizations together to advocate for women's rights and improvements in cancer care. She discusses how these efforts contributed to important policy changes, including Brazil's 60-day cancer treatment law, and how initiatives such as City Cancer Challenge are helping translate advocacy into practical improvements in healthcare delivery. The conversation also explores her involvement with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), her commitment to advancing global cancer equity, and the challenges she faced as a woman in surgery and medical leadership. Dr. Caleffi shares personal reflections on balancing her clinical career, advocacy work, and family life, the books that have influenced her thinking, and the lessons she has learned throughout decades of working with patients and healthcare institutions. Looking toward the next generation, Dr. Caleffi encourages young oncologists to remain scientifically curious, maintain meaningful connections with their patients, and recognize that improving cancer outcomes often requires action beyond clinical practice. Her journey highlights the importance of transforming scientific knowledge into accessible care and ensuring that patients have a voice in the decisions that affect their lives. Support the show
Oct 12

Poverty is a Carcinogen | Prof. Jeff Dunn

In this episode of OncoInfluencers on OncoDaily TV, Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan sits down with Prof. Jeff Dunn, Chief of Mission and Head of Research at the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia and Past President of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC, 2022–2024), for a conversation about leadership, global health challenges, and the future of cancer control. Taking office in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Prof. Dunn faced the challenge of reconnecting a disrupted global cancer community, rebuilding international collaboration, and advancing access to essential cancer medicines at a time when health systems worldwide were under immense pressure. “Poverty is a carcinogen. Inequity is a carcinogen.” With these powerful words, he challenges us to confront the social and economic inequalities that continue to determine who can access cancer care and who is left behind. Beyond global health policy, Prof. Dunn reflects on the meaning of leadership, the importance of opening doors for others, and the personal sacrifices behind a career dedicated to improving cancer outcomes. His message to the next generation is clear: “No matter who you are, we need you. Stay the course.” A conversation about leadership in times of crisis, the inequalities shaping cancer care, and the collective responsibility to create lasting change. Watch the full episode of OncoInfluencers on OncoDaily TV. Support the show
Oct 11

From Tumor Immunology to Precision Oncology: Bispecific Antibodies, Liquid Biopsy & Translational Research | Dr. Karsten Michael Warwas

In this episode of OnCoffee, Vahe Grigoryan, Editorial Director of OncoDaily, speaks with Dr. Karsten Michael Warwas, a physician and researcher at Heidelberg University Hospital and the National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) Heidelberg. Drawing on his background in biomedical sciences, immunology, and medicine, Karsten discusses the challenges of translating scientific discoveries into meaningful advances in cancer care. They explore the potential of bispecific antibodies and T-cell engagers in solid tumors, examining why promising laboratory findings can be difficult to reproduce in clinical practice. The conversation covers tumor heterogeneity, the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment, T-cell exhaustion, and the ongoing research needed to make these immunotherapies more effective. The discussion also turns to liquid biopsy and precision oncology, exploring how advances in molecular profiling are generating increasingly large amounts of tumor data—and why interpreting that information and translating it into actionable clinical decisions remain major challenges. Karsten reflects on the role of artificial intelligence in helping clinicians navigate complex data and the importance of ensuring that advanced diagnostics can benefit patients beyond highly specialized centers. Beyond the science, Karsten shares his journey from biomedical sciences in Brussels and immunology studies in London to medical training in Heidelberg. He reflects on the realities of academic medicine, the setbacks inherent in scientific research, the importance of perseverance, and the need to maintain a healthy balance between clinical work, research, and life outside medicine. And, of course, there is plenty of OnCoffee personality along the way, from a science-inspired coffee mug to conversations about scientific inspiration, career uncertainty, and the researchers he would most like to meet over a cup of coffee. #ONCOFFEE #TumorImmunology #PrecisionOncology Support the show
Oct 9

A Conversation with Dr. Matti Aapro

In this episode of OncoInfluencers on OncoDaily TV, Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan sits down with Dr. Matti Aapro, President of the Sharing Progress in Cancer Care (SPCC) Association, Board Member at the Genolier Cancer Center, and Chairman of the Editorial Board of OncoDaily Medical Journal. But this conversation goes beyond titles. Dr. Aapro looks back on the encounters that shaped his life—from once dreaming of becoming an architect to finding his calling in oncology, from the mentors who influenced him to the patients he still carries with him. “Every patient teaches something to us. Every single patient.” He also speaks with rare openness about the personal cost of a demanding career, including the time he wishes he had spent with his children and what he is now rediscovering through his grandchildren. Beyond his own story, Dr. Aapro reflects on a profound contradiction in modern oncology: advances in cancer care are impressive, but they are still not for everyone. Even access to simple treatments remains out of reach for too many patients. And for the next generation, he leaves a philosophy rooted in Sisu—the Finnish spirit of determination in the face of adversity: “You don’t give up. You fight and you win.” A conversation about patients and progress, mentorship and family, sacrifice and resilience—and the life behind the doctor. Support the show
Oct 5

Cancer shouldn't be this unequal | Julie R. Gralow

We know more about preventing, detecting, and treating cancer than ever before. So why is most of the world still unable to access it? In this episode of World Health Voices on OncoDaily TV, Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan sits down with Dr. Julie R. Gralow, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of ASCO, for a powerful conversation about inequality, access, and the future of global cancer care. Dr. Gralow reflects on a striking reality: while oncology is advancing at extraordinary speed, many patients still lack access even to basic cancer medicines, timely diagnosis, and essential health-system infrastructure. “We could save hundreds of thousands of lives tomorrow if we could just implement what we already know.” But what comes next? From precision oncology and immunotherapy to artificial intelligence, the conversation turns to a future in which medicine is becoming increasingly personalized and increasingly complex. For Dr. Gralow, AI will be essential, but “as a partner, not as a substitute.” At the heart of the conversation is one question: How do we make cancer care accessible to everyone, no matter where they live? Watch the new episode of World Health Voices on OncoDaily TV. Support the show

OncoDaily is your trusted source for the latest oncology news, expert interviews, patient stories, and cutting-edge research. Our mission is to empower the global cancer community-patients, survivors, professionals, and advocates-with timely, credible information. Subscribe for weekly podcasts, expert conversations, and updates on groundbreaking cancer research.

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