Healing Beyond Medicine: Dr. Zanetta Lamar on Cancer Care, Compassion, and Purpose

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Dr. Zanetta Lamar, a distinguished, board-certified specialist in oncology and hematology who is making a powerful impact in the lives of patients in Naples.With over 15 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Lamar began her journey at Meharry Medical College, followed by advanced training at Wake Forest Baptist Health, where she completed both her residency and fellowship in hematology-oncology. A proud Louisiana native, her passion for medicine was evident from an early age—often found as a child immersed in medical encyclopedias, already envisioning her future as a physician.Dr. Lamar’s career began in academic medicine as a clinician, researcher, and educator. However, her desire to create a deeper, more personal impact led her to transition into community-based care, where she now works closely with patients navigating some of the most challenging moments of their lives. She considers it both a responsibility and a privilege to guide individuals through their cancer journey with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support.Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Lamar is a dedicated contributor to the advancement of medicine. She has authored over 20 scientific publications, participated as a principal and co-investigator in multiple cancer-related clinical trials, and remains an active member of leading professional organizations including the American Society of Hematology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.In this episode, we explore not only her professional journey, but the heart behind her calling—what it truly means to serve, to lead with empathy, and to walk alongside others in their most critical moments. Support the showThank you for tuning in with EHAS CLUB - Stories to Create Podcast