IGCS shared on X:
“Congratulations to the newly elected leadership of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).
We extend our warmest congratulations to incoming President Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, President-elect Dr. CS Pramesh, and all members elected to the UICC Board of Directors for 2026–2028.
We are especially proud to congratulate IGCS member, Dr. Kathleen Schmeler on her re-election to the Board.
As a proud UICC member organization, IGCS values the opportunity to collaborate with the global cancer community, strengthen advocacy, and ensure that gynecologic cancers remain a priority in international cancer control efforts.
With cervical cancer elimination within our collective reach, strong partnerships and diverse perspectives in global leadership are essential to turning shared goals into meaningful progress for women worldwide.
We look forward to working alongside UICC and its leadership to advance our shared mission!”
Kathleen Schmeler – Associate Vice President of Global Oncology / Professor of Gynecologic Oncology, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, Nigeria – UICC President, Founder of the Medicaid Cancer Foundation in Nigeria․
Dr Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a distinguished pediatrician and global health leader deeply committed to women’s health and cancer care.
A pioneer in Nigerian healthcare, she established Medicaid Radio-Diagnostics and Clinics, the first comprehensive diagnostic center in Abuja, addressing a critical gap in medical services.
CS Pramesh, India – UICC President-elect, Director, Tata Memorial Hospital, Convener, National Cancer Grid, India․
Dr CS Pramesh is the Director of the Tata Memorial Hospital and Professor and Head of Thoracic Surgery at Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, one of the world’s largest comprehensive cancer centres.
A surgical oncologist, researcher, and health systems leader, he is recognised internationally for advancing access, quality, and equity in cancer care, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
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