Starting on:
Sep 14, 2026
Ending on:
Sep 19, 2026
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2 Points
Provider:
International Cancer Institute
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Sep 14, 2026
Ending on:
Sep 19, 2026
Moderator(s):
Prof.
Fredrick Asirwa
Prof. Fredrick Chite Asirwa M.D. is the CEO of International Cancer Institute, a not for-profit organization whose main purpose is to expand Education, Clinical Care and Training opportunities in cancer control and research across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) through multi-sectoral collaborations and partnerships with relevant organizations both governmental and NGOs. Dr. Asirwa is a Medical Oncologist & Hematologist, PD/PI of several access to personalized cancer care and research initiatives including Blueprint Program (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, and Uganda), Shining Tower Program, Clinical Trials Program-all geared towards enhancing early detection, promoting primary HPV screening, providing SOC diagnostics & therapeutics cancer research. He has developed several training programs including SSA Oncology Preceptorship training, Digital Pathology Program, Telemedicine Program, Oncology training for Physician assistants (Clinical Officers), development of Oncology Nursing training program in Kenya, Medical Oncology Fellowship Program, Oncology Pharmacy program and assisted in the development of gynecologic oncology program. He has assisted in establishing 17 screening and early detection centers for breast and cervical cancers in Kenya working closely with the counties MOH and other local partners named EMPOWER clinics. Dr. Asirwa is also the PI of over 15 global multi-center Oncology and Hematology Clinical Trials in SSA. He was previously (2011-2019), the Director of Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH Oncology & Hematology Consortium) in Kenya- a consortium of a dozen Universities in the United States in partnership with Moi University and Moi Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya. In this role he conceptualized and developed infrastructure for telemedicine at AMPATH, created a robust hematology & oncology outreach program in rural Kenya and participated in the development of the Kenya National Cancer Control policies, strategic plans and guidelines by the National MOH. As PI to various clinical and research programs he established Multiple Myeloma program, Lymphoma Program, functional tumor registry, Integrated Breast & Cervical Cancer screening & treatment program, Hemophilia and Sickle cell diagnostics, treatment & research, EMR for Oncology care and screening, a multinational Lung Cancer Control Program, MLCCP (Kenya, South Africa, Lesotho, Tanzania, and Eswatini). He also teaches at various Universities in SSA and participates in Scientific Review Committees (SRC) and Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) of various Oncology/Hematology Clinical Trials both in the U.S. and SSA. He has also been an active ASCO member through ASCO’s Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Course (MCMC), International Affairs Committee (IAC), Education Council, ASCO‘s Academic Global Oncology Task Force, and as a Peer reviewer to ASCO Journals. He is also currently a member of ASCO-ESMO Global Oncology Curriculum committee, the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) patient advocate committee, and one of the ASCO’s board of directors (2022-2026). He has been recognized for his work to increase access to cancer control for the underserved through various awards including the United States' National Cancer Institute's Pearline Global Cancer Research Humanitarian Award, 2020; The Children’s Place International 's 2018 Hero Award for his pioneering work in treating children and adults with cancers in Kenya. He was also awarded the 2023 Distinguished Leadership in Global Health Award by the Consortium Universities for Global Health (CUHG). He is the founder and current President of the College of Oncology of East, Central and Southern Africa (ECSA-CO) and a senate member for ECSA Health Community. He is also a distinguished Faculty speaker in both local, regional and International professional conferences and events including ASCO, ESMO, AORTIC, KESHO, Africa Cancer ECHO, APCA, UNGA, International Medical Educators Leadership Forum (IMELF), Aga Khan University’s Clinical Investigators Training Program (CITP) amongst others. He did his Undergraduate training (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) in Kenya and Post-graduate/specialty & sub-specialty training (Internal Medicine Residency & Heme/Onc Fellowship) in the United States
URL: Prof. Fredrick Chite Asirwa M.D. is the CEO of International Cancer Institute, a not for-profit organization whose main purpose is to expand Education, Clinical Care and Training opportunities in cancer control and research across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) through multi-sectoral collaborations and partnerships with relevant organizations both governmental and NGOs. Dr. Asirwa is a Medical Oncologist & Hematologist, PD/PI of several access to personalized cancer care and research initiatives including Blueprint Program (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, and Uganda), Shining Tower Program, Clinical Trials Program-all geared towards enhancing early detection, promoting primary HPV screening, providing SOC diagnostics & therapeutics cancer research. He has developed several training programs including SSA Oncology Preceptorship training, Digital Pathology Program, Telemedicine Program, Oncology training for Physician assistants (Clinical Officers), development of Oncology Nursing training program in Kenya, Medical Oncology Fellowship Program, Oncology Pharmacy program and assisted in the development of gynecologic oncology program. He has assisted in establishing 17 screening and early detection centers for breast and cervical cancers in Kenya working closely with the counties MOH and other local partners named EMPOWER clinics. Dr. Asirwa is also the PI of over 15 global multi-center Oncology and Hematology Clinical Trials in SSA. He was previously (2011-2019), the Director of Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH Oncology & Hematology Consortium) in Kenya- a consortium of a dozen Universities in the United States in partnership with Moi University and Moi Hospital in Eldoret, Kenya. In this role he conceptualized and developed infrastructure for telemedicine at AMPATH, created a robust hematology & oncology outreach program in rural Kenya and participated in the development of the Kenya National Cancer Control policies, strategic plans and guidelines by the National MOH. As PI to various clinical and research programs he established Multiple Myeloma program, Lymphoma Program, functional tumor registry, Integrated Breast & Cervical Cancer screening & treatment program, Hemophilia and Sickle cell diagnostics, treatment & research, EMR for Oncology care and screening, a multinational Lung Cancer Control Program, MLCCP (Kenya, South Africa, Lesotho, Tanzania, and Eswatini). He also teaches at various Universities in SSA and participates in Scientific Review Committees (SRC) and Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) of various Oncology/Hematology Clinical Trials both in the U.S. and SSA. He has also been an active ASCO member through ASCO’s Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Course (MCMC), International Affairs Committee (IAC), Education Council, ASCO‘s Academic Global Oncology Task Force, and as a Peer reviewer to ASCO Journals. He is also currently a member of ASCO-ESMO Global Oncology Curriculum committee, the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) patient advocate committee, and one of the ASCO’s board of directors (2022-2026). He has been recognized for his work to increase access to cancer control for the underserved through various awards including the United States' National Cancer Institute's Pearline Global Cancer Research Humanitarian Award, 2020; The Children’s Place International 's 2018 Hero Award for his pioneering work in treating children and adults with cancers in Kenya. He was also awarded the 2023 Distinguished Leadership in Global Health Award by the Consortium Universities for Global Health (CUHG). He is the founder and current President of the College of Oncology of East, Central and Southern Africa (ECSA-CO) and a senate member for ECSA Health Community. He is also a distinguished Faculty speaker in both local, regional and International professional conferences and events including ASCO, ESMO, AORTIC, KESHO, Africa Cancer ECHO, APCA, UNGA, International Medical Educators Leadership Forum (IMELF), Aga Khan University’s Clinical Investigators Training Program (CITP) amongst others. He did his Undergraduate training (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) in Kenya and Post-graduate/specialty & sub-specialty training (Internal Medicine Residency & Heme/Onc Fellowship) in the United States
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Virtual Tumor Board:Concurrent Sister Mary Joseph Nodule and Cutaneous Metastases in an HIV-positive Ovarian Case
Starting on:
Sep 14, 2026
Sep 14, 2026
Ending on:
Sep 19, 2026
Sep 19, 2026
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Description
International Cancer Institute invites you to attend the Virtual Multidisciplinary Tumor Board case presentation on solid cancers and hematological malignancies, followed by an expert discussion on patient Management. The multidisciplinary team will review recent advancements in oncology, cancer patients’ safety and health outcomes, interdisciplinary collaboration, and treatment plans. There will be a Q&A session with an open floor for insights.
Objectives
To understand the management of various solid cancers and hematological malignancies
To understand the importance of integrating palliative and survivorship care in cancer management
To understand the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach in cancer management
Presenters
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Dr.
Emmanuel Gudu
Emmanuel Gudu, MBChB, is a Kenyan medical doctor with experience in clinical research, medical education, research coordination, and community health engagement. He has worked with the International Cancer Institute (ICI) in research and liaison roles, supporting oncology clinical trials and research activities involving breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, small-cell lung cancer, and sickle cell disease. He has also served as a Research Assistant with MSAKE and FAMSA and as a Liaison Officer in Medical Education and Research. Emmanuel holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from Moi University and has undertaken training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), biomedical research ethics, biosafety, emergency care, antimicrobial resistance, noncommunicable disease management, and other WHO and CITI Program courses. His research interests include oncology, surgical outcomes, public health, healthcare access, and health systems in sub-Saharan Africa, with publications addressing surgical care, glioblastoma outcomes, and public health education. He has participated in research projects on hydrocephalus, surgical outcomes, HIV treatment adherence, and refugee health. He has also received Top Hot-Doc Presentation Awards from the Beyond Sciences Initiative in 2025 and 2026 and has contributed to community initiatives including children's shelter outreach, blood donation, tree planting, and women's health and reproductive health programmes. Emmanuel is proficient in English and Swahili and has demonstrated a strong interest in integrating clinical practice, research, medical education, and community health.
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