In this episode, Dr. Gabriela Inés Villanueva, a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hospital Garrahan in Buenos Aires, shares her exciting journey from Argentina to the US and back. We dive into her work with retinoblastoma survivors, the value of mentorship, and how she juggles family, research, and clinical work. Gabriela works with adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients, addressing challenges in transitioning them between pediatric and adult care. Her research includes neuroblastoma and improving access to care, collaborating internationally to share knowledge and solutions. Importance of Sharing Knowledge. She discusses how sharing information globally helps improve patient care and reduces duplicated work, especially in lower-resource settings.
