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Sep 28
International

International 02 - Establishing a Global Oncology Program: Overcoming Challenges, Leveraging Opportunities, and Learning from Success

04:45pm - 06:00pm PT
Global Oncology/International
Professional Development/Medical Education/History

MODERATOR(S)

Tamer Refaat, MD, PhD, MS - Loyola University Chicago

Eteri Natelauri, MD - High Technology Medical Center

session DESCRIPTION

This session will explore the establishment and development of institutional global oncology programs, focusing on the challenges and opportunities they present. Participants will gain insights into navigating common barriers, such as limited resources, cultural differences, and logistical complexities, while also learning about potential funding sources that can help sustain these initiatives. By highlighting the significant benefits that global oncology programs offer — such as fostering cross-border collaboration, enhancing research opportunities, and promoting equitable cancer care — this session will underscore the value they bring to both participating institutions and the broader global community. Attendees will also hear from representatives of successful national programs, who will share their experiences and best practices, offering real-world examples of how challenges were addressed, and goals were achieved. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with practical strategies and valuable insights to initiate or expand their own global oncology programs, building pathways to a more interconnected and inclusive future in cancer care.

learning objectives

  1. 1. Identify key challenges and barriers to implementing global oncology programs at an institutional level and analyze strategies to overcome these obstacles.
  2. 2. Discuss available funding sources and potential partnerships to support global oncology initiatives, applying insights to develop sustainable programs.
  3. 3. Evaluate successful national oncology programs as case studies, determining actionable steps and best practices to enhance or initiate global oncology efforts within their institutions.

Credits

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits: 1.25

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