Ruiling Yuan, Adjunct Assistant Professor at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, shared on LinkedIn:
“Beyond Grateful, Deeply Humbled and Inspired to Keep Making a Difference!
Incredibly honored to be named among OncoDaily ’s 2026 100 Influential Women in Oncology, alongside so many remarkable women whose passion, dedication, and leadership are shaping the future of cancer care!
A heartfelt thank you to OncoDaily , Gevorg Tamamyan , and The Boston Institute for Global Rankings (BIGR) for this recognition and for amplifying women’s voices in oncology!
This recognition is not mine alone. I am especially grateful to two incredible women and dear friends, Jasmine Kamboj for opening doors, inspiring and mentoring me, and Joanna Metzner-Sadurski for her friendship, unwavering support, and our shared passion for advocacy.
My sincere appreciation to inspiring leaders and mentors, including Robin Zon and Julie Gralow whose leadership and encouragement continue to inspire so many of us in community and rural oncology.
Thank you to my wonderful colleagues, friends, mentors, and family for supporting me along this journey!
As a community oncologist, I strongly believe that every voice matters, and every patient deserves access to quality cancer care, regardless of where they live.
Our greatest legacy is not what we accomplish alone, but how many others we inspire and empower along the way.
Congratulations to all the remarkable women recognized!
Together, our voices are stronger!”
Ruiling Yuan’s contributions to oncology and the advancement of cancer care
- Expanding access to comprehensive cancer care in rural communities:
As a hematologist-oncologist at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood, Ruiling Yuan helps deliver advanced cancer treatment closer to home, reducing the need for patients to rely on distant specialist centers.
- Developing more comprehensive, patient-centered oncology services:
Her work at Self Regional has contributed to efforts to bring services such as exercise oncology, cardio-oncology, and supportive care into a rural healthcare setting.
- Advancing exercise oncology and symptom management:
Yuan co-authored ‘From Fatigue to Function: Redefining Rural Cancer Care Through Exercise Oncology’ highlighting the role of exercise-based care in addressing fatigue and improving function for people affected by cancer, particularly in rural settings.
- Promoting cancer-care policy and equitable access:
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) recognized Yuan as its 2025 Advocate of the Year for translating challenges in rural oncology into policy advocacy.
- Championing high-quality cancer care for all patients:
Yuan was named an ASCO Advocacy Champion in 2024 for her advocacy efforts aimed at ensuring access to high-quality cancer care regardless of where patients live.
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