In this episode of Empowering Oncologists, host Dr. Jasmine Kamboj sits down with Dr. Herbert Loong, Associate Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Medical Director of the Phase 1 Clinical Trial Center, to discuss how service, mentorship, and global collaboration can meaningfully shape an oncology career.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Why smaller institutional projects can lead to global impact
- Advancing lung cancer screening and policy in Asia
- How poster sessions and informal conversations spark long-term collaborations
- Building the Asia-Pacific Oncology Drug Development Consortium (APODDC)
- Bridging drug development and accessibility gaps in the region
- The value of ASCO International Affairs Committee volunteering
This conversation is a roadmap for fellows, early-career oncologists, and established clinicians who want to build influence through purpose-driven leadership and service.