Beyond the Policy Paper: Turning Cancer Plans into Real Impact: Dr. Rolando Camacho

Beyond the Policy Paper: Turning Cancer Plans into Real Impact: Dr. Rolando Camacho

In this episode of Global Health Unpacked, on OncoDaily TV, host Dr. Gvantsa Khizanishvili is joined by Dr. Rolando Camacho, Consultant for Cancer Control Planning at the World Health Organization and Global Technical Lead at City Cancer Challenge Foundation, for an in-depth discussion on what makes National Cancer Control Programs (NCCPs) successful.

Drawing on decades of international experience, Dr. Camacho explains why many cancer control plans never achieve their intended impact and shares practical lessons on leadership, the importance of political commitment and stakeholder engagement. He talks about why realistic planning, sustainable financing and measurable indicators matter, and why it is importand to adapt the evidence to local contexts.

The conversation also explores how artificial intelligence, digital health, and data-driven decision-making could shape the next generation of national cancer strategies.