Women In Medicine

In 2005, the number of internet users reached 1 billion. In 2007, the first iPhone was introduced. In 2008, Liz Salmi was diagnosed with cancer.

Charu Aggarwal, MD, MPH, said her interest in joining Healio’s Women in Oncology Peer Perspective Board stemmed from the need to provide women in medicine with opportunities for peer mentorship, collaboration and sponsorship.

Andrea Hayes, MD, FACS, has achieved multiple firsts during her career as a pediatric surgeon.

In this episode, Shikha Jain, MD, goes from being the interviewer to interviewee as she discusses her path to medicine, the importance of good mentorship, and how social media could shape the future of medicine.

Rachna Shroff, MD, MS, said she joined the Women in Oncology as part of her work to empower and bring a voice to women in the field, following in the steps of her mentors and role models.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the careers of both men and women in the field of oncology, but women especially have been confronted with increased responsibilities at work and home.

For Thomas J. George, MD, FACP, being an ally to his female colleagues means challenging the status quo.

In this episode, Cathleen M. McCabe, MD, chief medical officer of Eye Health America, shares her insights and perspectives on intraocular lenses, MIGS, dry eye and more.

Nancy Davidson, MD, said she is excited to join the Women in Oncology Peer Perspective Board because “cancer does not discriminate” and, therefore, everybody in the field needs to be at the table.

Pamela Kunz, MD, said she became interested in joining the Women in Oncology Peer Perspective Board because the initiative can provide a platform for women to share experiences and advance research.