Dr. Aziza Shad, a pediatric oncologist, was nominated for The Uplifters Podcast by Terri Tomoff, whose son was cared for by Dr. Shad during 5 rounds of cancer treatment, beginning at age two. In episode 15, Terri described the family’s journey through their 27-year battle. In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr. Shad how she approaches caregiving as a team effort that involves families, neighbors, and a holistic crew of care providers. Her well-rounded approach also extends to her work leading The Aslan Project which has transformed health outcomes for pediatric cancer patients in Ethiopia. Dr. Shad's story is a testament to the impact one person can make in the lives of many when we tackle big problems in a community-focused way.

Chances are, most of you reading this aren’t pediatric oncologists, but here’s why I hope you’ll listen. No matter where we find passion and purpose, Dr. Shad shows us that:

• Empathy is the core skill needed to turn individuals into aligned teams
• Multidisciplinary support is essential for addressing complex challenges
• Self-care and healthy boundaries are vital to sustaining the work of uplifting others
• Everyone has the power to make a difference and give back to their community, no matter how small their contribution may seem

Click to learn more about Dr. Shad and support The Aslan Project.

After you listen, grab your ticket 🎟️ for Uplifters Live on May 17, where you’ll meet the inspiring Uplifters Ambassadors you’ve heard on our podcast and many other inspiring women! Learn about this one-day in-person gathering for creative growth and collaboration HERE and use code BIRTHDAY FOR 50% off the registration fee this month.