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Dec 15, 2024, 08:28

OncoInfluencers to Follow on Social Media: Claire Wakefield

We’re excited to feature Claire Wakefield, a distinguished leader in pediatric psycho-oncology, as our next oncoinfluencer.

About Claire Wakefield

Claire Wakefield is the Continental President of SIOP (International Society of Pediatric Oncology) – Oceania. She is a medical psychologist who leads research to improve quality of life for families affected by cancer. She is a Professor at the School of Clinical Medicine at UNSW and Director of the Behavioural Sciences Unit at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Australia. She is the Chair of the International Psycho-Oncology Society Paediatrics Committee, supporting psychologists who work with children with cancer globally as well as serving as Co-Director of Child Unlimited, which is a network of >200 child health experts across Australia.

Claire Wakefield is an active presence on social media, regularly sharing her insights into the psychological aspects of pediatric cancer care, family support, and advancements in psycho-oncology. Her posts on X/Twitter and LinkedIn provide valuable information on improving mental health care for children with cancer and their families.

Follow Claire Wakefield on X/Twitter and LinkedIn to stay informed about her pioneering research and contributions to pediatric cancer care.

Stay tuned for more OncoInfluencers and check out previous profiles on our website to discover other influential voices in the oncology community.