Norman Ng: Do you gain or lose when you are diagnosed with cancer?
Norman Ng, Director, Patient Advocacy and Public Affairs at Healthcare Thinkers, posted on LinkedIn:
““Do you gain or lose when you are diagnosed with cancer?”
This was the question posed to me during a recent radio interview.
My answer: “I gained more.”
Cancer has been a profound teacher, showing me the strength of the human spirit and the power of turning personal challenges into meaningful advocacy. It has deepened my empathy, reshaped my purpose, and allowed me to connect with others in ways I never imagined.
I was especially moved when Hayes Chu, my mentee shared these words about me:
“Norman, your journey from leading oncology at Pfizer to becoming a patient advocate is truly inspiring. As my mentor and partner at Healthcare Thinkers, I’ve seen how you transform personal challenges into meaningful advocacy, championing patient voices with remarkable resilience and purpose. Your leadership of the Lung Cancer Patient Concern Group embodies the spirit of turning adversity into hope—a testament to your unwavering commitment to supporting patients.”
These words remind me that every step of this journey, though difficult, has been worth it. To my family, friends, colleagues, and the incredible community of patients and caregivers I’ve had the privilege to serve—thank you for being my inspiration. Together, we can turn adversity into hope and continue to make a difference.”
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