Alisher Kahharov, Head of the Breast Cancer Surgery Department at the Republican Specialized Scientific-Practical Medical Center of Oncology and Radiology, Ministry of Health of Uzbekistan, shared a post on Facebook:
“I am sincerely grateful to WHO for inviting me as a trainer and speaker at the Training of Trainers seminar on early breast cancer detection. It was a valuable opportunity to discuss key topics such as the anatomy and physiology of the breast, provide an overview of breast cancer and its epidemiology in Uzbekistan, and explore patient routing pathways.
Additionally, I had the chance to share insights on diagnostic and treatment guidelines for breast cancer within the country.
Over three intensive days, healthcare professionals from primary medical and sanitary services came together to enhance their skills in early detection, clinical examinations, and referral procedures, with practical training taking place at the Republican Center for Maternal and Child Health.
It was truly inspiring to witness the dedication and active engagement of all participants, whose efforts will significantly contribute to reducing breast cancer mortality and improving women’s health outcomes.
My heartfelt gratitude goes to Dr. Vitaliy Smelov and Dr. Olga Trusova for their insights on epidemiology and screening guidelines; Dr. Louise Wilkinson and Dr. Claire Borelli for demonstrating clinical examination techniques, risk factor analysis, and practical skills; Dr. Sharon Kataei Kapambwe, WHO Technical Officer for Cancer Control; Dr. Zafar Faiziev and Dr. Anna Alieva from the WHO Uzbekistan Country Office for providing an overview of seminar goals and WHO policies; Dr. Aziza Tasheva for highlighting strategies to strengthen early diagnosis and resource optimization, as well as community mobilization; and Dr. Guzal Asrarova, who shared valuable insights on capacity building.
Their expertise and leadership made this event a great success, empowering frontline healthcare workers to detect breast cancer early and improve patient outcomes.
This initiative, supported by WHO, aims to equip health professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to save lives. Early detection remains a critical component in the fight against breast cancer, and continuous training and collaboration are vital for sustained progress.
A big thank you to everyone involved – participants, organizers, and speakers – for your invaluable contributions. Stay tuned for more educational programs and ongoing support for healthcare providers!
Participating in this event reinforced my commitment to improving early detection and management of breast cancer in our region.
Together, we can build a healthier future for women everywhere.”
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