Jun 10, 2025, 07:24
Mane Gizhlaryan on Developing Pediatric Cell Therapy in Armenia and Training at Dana-Farber
In this interview filmed at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we meet Mane Gizhlaryan, a pediatric oncologist from Armenia, who is currently training in Boston with the goal of transforming pediatric oncology care back home.
In this conversation, Mane reflects on her path from a small border village in Armenia to one of the world’s top cancer centers — and her unwavering commitment to giving back to her country.
Key Topics:
- What inspired her to pursue medicine and specialize in pediatric oncology
- How her childhood and Armenian values shaped her dedication to helping others
- Challenges of studying and practicing medicine in Armenia’s healthcare system
- Personal and professional reflections on moving to the U.S. for training
- Differences between the healthcare system in Boston and in Armenia
- Unique aspects of training at Dana-Farber and what she hopes to bring back to Armenia
- Advice for young Armenian students pursuing careers in medicine
- The personal things she misses most about life in Armenia
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