Cancer survivors and patient advocates are also sharing their support for Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan’s candidacy for WHO Director-General.
Puneet Sharma, cancer survivor and Founder of Cancer24x7, also voiced her support.
“I believe humanity comes first. Borders may divide nations, but humanity connects us all.
My support for Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan candidacy for Director-General of the World Health Organization comes from my appreciation of the commendable work I have seen him do through OncoDaily. What stands out to me is his ability to bring people together under one roof-doctors, oncologists, healthcare professionals, researchers, NGOs, patient advocates, and policymakers from across the world.
Through OncoDaily, these individuals and organisations are able to connect, share knowledge, amplify important voices, and build relationships that strengthen the global healthcare community.
As a cancer survivor and the Founding Director of Cancer24x7, I understand how important these connections are. Patients need more than treatment; they need access to information, collaboration, compassion, and people willing to listen to their stories. What I particularly admire is the way Dr. Gevorg has helped create a platform where the work, ideas, and stories of people across healthcare can reach a wider global audience.
The world does not need more divisions in healthcare. It needs more connections, more collaboration, and more humanity. I believe that when it comes to saving lives and improving healthcare, humanity must always come first.
That is why I believe leadership should be measured not only by positions held, but also by the people it connects, the voices it amplifies, and the impact it creates.
I wholeheartedly support Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan’s candidacy and wish him the very best.
One humanity. One global health community. A healthier future for all.”
About Puneet Sharma
Puneet Sharma is a cancer survivor, patient advocate, and the Founder and CEO of the BraveHearts Cancer24x7 Foundation. She founded Cancer24x7 as a support platform for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers, connecting them with reliable information, emotional support, practical guidance, and a community that understands their experiences.
She also serves as the Charter President of the Rotary Club of Gurgaon BraveHearts, part of Rotary International.
About Dr Gevorg Tamamyan
Dr Gevorg Tamamyan, MD, MSc, PhD, DSc, FASCO, is a prospective candidate for the post of Director-General of the World Health Organization, nominated by the Republic of Botswana. He is a global leader in oncology, health systems strengthening, and international health cooperation, recognized for building bridges between countries and advancing equitable cancer care in resource-limited settings.
Dr. Tamamyan is Professor and Chairman of the Department of Pediatric Oncology and Hematology at Yerevan State Medical University and CEO of the Immune Oncology Research Institute (IMMONC).
He is the Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of OncoDaily, one of the world’s largest oncology media platforms, created to democratize access to reliable, independent, and evidence-based cancer information globally.
Dr. Tamamyan was elected and currently serves as President of two major international pediatric oncology organizations: the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP) Asia Continental Branch, representing pediatric oncology professionals across Asia, and the Pediatric Oncology East and Mediterranean (POEM) Group, uniting 28 countries and 110 cancer centers. He also serves as Co-Chair of the St. Jude EURO Regional Advisory Committee, encompassing 13 European countries.
At the age of 31, Dr. Tamamyan was appointed Head of the Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Armenia, where he led the consolidation of previously fragmented pediatric oncology and hematology services into a single national center. Under his leadership, the Center evolved into a regional reference point, with survival rates reaching up to 80%.
He also co-founded City of Smile, a national pediatric cancer charity that helps ensure universal coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of every child and young adult with cancer in Armenia.
Dr. Tamamyan is Chairman of the Board of the Institute of Cancer and Crisis and an adviser to the Rector of Yerevan State Medical University. He previously served as President of the Harvard Club of Armenia.
Educated and trained across seven countries in Europe, North America, and Asia, his professional journey spans frontline clinical practice, research, academic leadership, national cancer center management, global health diplomacy, and institution building.
He is the recipient of numerous international awards and distinctions, including Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (FASCO); ASCO LIFe and IDEA Awards; UICC and IARC Young Leader Awards; the 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award; the Latin American and Caribbean Society of Medical Oncology (SLACOM) Award for Global Oncology Leadership; and the Global Health Catalyst Distinguished Leader Award.
He is married and has two daughters, Charlize and Letizia.
Read more about Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan’s WHO candidacy:
Dr Gevorg Tamamyan is Nominated as a Candidate for WHO Director-General Position
Watch HRH Princess Dina Mired’s interview with Dr. Gevorg Tamamyan: The Man Who Challenged Cancer Hierarchies