In this episode of Empowering Oncologists on OncoDaily TV, host Dr. Jasmine Kamboj speaks with Dr. Mimi Knoll, Radiation Oncologist and Medical Director of Digital Engagement for Northwell Health Cancer Center, about one of the most pressing challenges facing today’s oncology workforce: burnout and work-life balance.

The conversation explores how oncologists and other physicians can manage demanding workloads without falling into perfectionism, learn to set priorities instead of trying to do everything perfectly, and create more sustainable careers. 

Dr. Knoll shares personal insights on mentorship, community engagement, volunteering, and building a healthier work-life balance as an oncologist.

They talk about the importance of creating boundaries with social media and technology, and slowing down, saying no, and protecting time for what matters. 

Dr. Knoll explanes why collaboration between oncology and primary care remains essential, and discusses her work in supporting women in medicine through mentorship and professional communities.

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In this episode of OncoInfuencers on #OncoDaily TV, host Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan sits down with Dr. C.S. Pramesh, Director of Tata Memorial Hospital and Convener of India's National Cancer Grid, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, #colaboration in global oncology healthcare systems, and the future of equitable #cancer care.

Dr. Pramesh reflects on his professional journey and talks about his experience of leading one of the world's most respected cancer centers. He shares how improving healthcare systems can impact millions of patients, why collaboration is more powerful than competition and esential for building equitable cancer care, and what it truly means to lead in modern oncology.

Dr. Pramesh talks about the reality of global oncology beyond high-income countries, research, innovation and implementation, the future of healthcare systems and advices for the next generation of oncologists.

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In this video on OncoDaily TV, host Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan sits down with Tommy Bramley, Senior Vice President of Global Consulting at Cencora, to discuss how the launch of innovative oncology therapies has evolved in today's increasingly complex healthcare environment.

As cancer treatments become more personalized and technologically advanced, including CAR-T therapies, bispecific antibodies, and precision medicines - bringing these innovations to patients requires far more than regulatory approval. 

Mr. Bramley explains why successful launches now depend on coordinating entire healthcare systems, generating strong evidence for regulators and payers, leveraging real-world evidence, and overcoming reimbursement and logistical barriers that can delay patient access by years.

The conversation also explores leadership, global market access strategies, and what pharmaceutical companies can do earlier in development to ensure patients receive life-saving treatments sooner.

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In this episode of OncoInfluencers on OncoDaily, Dr. Shushan Hovsepyan sits down with Dr. Christopher Jackson, Professor of Oncology at University of Otago, and co-lead of Cancer National Clinical Network in New Zealand, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, cancer policy, patient advocacy, and the future of oncology.

Dr. Jackson shares how patient experiences shaped his career his career  and how it evolved from caring for individual patients to leading national healthcare reforms, including helping establish New Zealand's National Cancer Agency. 

He discusses the importance of values-driven leadership, tackling inequities in cancer care, meaningful clinical research, and why oncology must remain focused on outcomes that truly matter to patients. He talks about the debate around expensive cancer therapies with limited clinical benefit, the philosophy behind Common Sense Oncology and value-based cancercare.

The conversation also explores mentorship, work-life compromise, and practical advice for the next generation of oncologists.

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In this episode of Empowering Oncologist, on OncoDaily, host Dr. Jasmine Kamboj is joined by Dr. Amy Comander, Breast oncologist and Director of Lifestyle Medicine,  Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute, Co-author for "Paving Your Path through Breast Cancer and Beyond" and Dr. Michelle Tollefson, Obstetrician-Gynecologist and Professor at MSU Denver, Co-author for "Paving Your Path through Breast Cancer and Beyond".

The discussion is focused on the real-world challenges of oncology practice and sustainable solutions, leading to a thoughtful conversation on the growing importance of cancer survivorship and lifestyle medicine. Together, they share their professional journeys and personal motivations and talk about survivorship care and lifestyle medicine. 

This episode highlights the rapidly expanding population of cancer survivors, with projections reaching over 22 million in the United States by 2035. The discussion explores how survivorship care is evolving beyond disease management to include quality of life, long-term wellness, and patient empowerment.

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In this episode of Empowering Oncologists by OncoDaily, host Jasmine Kamboj speaks with Dr. C. S. Pramesh, Director of Tata Memorial Hospital.

This conversation explores practical, system-level approaches to improving cancer care delivery, with a focus on:

Expanding access to high-quality cancer treatment closer to patients.
Reducing treatment interruptions and improving outcomes.
Addressing workforce shortages with training and collaborative models.
Strengthening research capacity in diverse healthcare settings.
Integrating palliative care and patient-centered approaches.
The discussion highlights how collaboration, data-driven strategies, and scalable solutions can improve oncology care across regions with varying resources.

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In this interview on OncoDaily, Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan sits down with Dr. Larry Leksell, Founder and Chairman of Elekta AB, to explore the remarkable journey behind one of the world's leading radiation oncology companies and reflect on more than five decades of innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Leksell shares his unique path into the world of radiation oncology,  the story of his roots, the experiences that shaped his worldview, and the influence of key figures in his life. He delves into the origins of Elekta, recounting how the company was founded, the challenges of building it from a small Swedish venture into a global MedTech leader, and the pivotal moments that defined its growth. 
 
He discusses groundbreaking innovations such as the Gamma Knife and reflects on the challenges of navigating financial crises, expanding into international markets. He also talks about the evolution of radiation oncology, the development of MR-guided radiotherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, the growing role of AI , workflow automation, and the future of cancer treatment worldwide.

During this inspiring conversation Dr. Leksell offers valuable insights on leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and building mission-driven organizations that create lasting impact.

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In this episode of Empowering Oncologists by OncoDaily, host Dr. Jasmine Kamboj sits down with Dr. Amol Akhade, is a renowned community medical and haemato-oncologist, Founder of Suyog Cancer Clinics, to explore the realities of cancer care in low-resource settings, global oncology collaboration and the power of social media in global oncology.
 
Key points disscused:
Cancer care challenges in LLMs, including late-stage diagnoses and access challenges
Barriers to conducting clinical research in low- and middle-income settings
The growing role of social media in global oncology collaboration and knowledge sharing
The importance of evaluating, adapting, and implementing global clinical data in local settings
The gap between drug approvals and availability in countries like India

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