Saro Armenian, Barron Hilton Chair and Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics at City of Hope, shared a post on Linkedin:
“AYA Awareness Week is a powerful reminder that cancer care is not one size fits all, especially for adolescents and young adults navigating some of life’s most defining years.
At City of Hope, our AYA program rises to that challenge. We deliver exceptional, age-specific care alongside the community and survivorship support that help young people move forward with strength and purpose.
What makes this work so meaningful is its depth and intention. Every effort is designed around the unique needs of this population, from fertility preservation and academic and career guidance, to peer connection, supportive spaces, and programs that foster belonging and resilience. This is care that recognizes the whole person and supports them from diagnosis through survivorship and beyond.
Across our program, that vision is brought to life through thoughtful, day-to-day work that creates connection, restores identity, and builds community. Grateful for colleagues like Meagan Echevarria, Estella Barrios, and Davis Wideman who help make this possible.
That spirit comes to life this Saturday at our annual Spring Social, a celebration of resilience, community, and the limitless potential that lies ahead.
The future of AYA oncology is filled with possibility. With growing awareness and a deeply committed team, we are only beginning to reach new heights.”
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