A Tale of Growth, Gratitude, and Belonging: Reflections From My ASCO Engagement
The 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting encompassed more than the sharing of ground-breaking scientific advances, networking opportunities, social gatherings, and tours of the…
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Wellness In Oncology: Dr. Atlal Abusanad Discusses Creating a Personalized Recovery Path to Achieve Balance
While opinions vary on how to properly address burnout, most agree that actively seeking and adopting personalized recovery measures is essential to…
Empower Me, Empower You: The Mutual Empowerment in Supporting Patients With Breast Cancer
Eight years ago, I launched an online group called Najia, which translates to “A lady survivor” in Arabic. The aim was to…
When the Two M’s — Motherhood and Medical Oncology — Intersect
In the months leading up to my maternity leave, I informed my patients that I would be away for a particular length…
The Glass Ceiling of Medical Oncology in MENA: Barely Scratching the Surface
A few years ago, I moved from the country where I got my training and initial job as a junior medical oncologist…
The Mentor Quest
Being an oncologist trained abroad allows me to appreciate mentoring as a cornerstone for training and career development. Upon returning to my…
From Burnout to Balance
January 2020—As the winter winds whistle and the streets get wet with raindrops, I felt the cold reaching to my soul. I…