The OJC Meets Sanchia Aranda

Send us Fan MailThe Oncology Podcast - An Australian Oncology PerspectiveThe Oncology Podcast, brought to you by oncologynews.com.au, is proud to present the latest episode in our ‘The OJC Meets…’ series.In this episode, Craig Underhill speaks candidly with Professor Sanchia Aranda AM.You may know Sanchia from her long-accomplished career in cancer nursing and key leadership roles such as the CEO of Cancer Council Australia. She is a nurse, professor, researcher and influencer.Sanchia shares insights from her early days when she left banking to take up nursing training. Intending to nurse burn victims, she instead found herself working alongside the ‘witch doctor’ otherwise known as the oncologist.It’s a fascinating listen charting the beginnings of the oncology specialty. We explore Sanchia’s entry into academia, the taboo of friendship with patients and her incredible work in global equity.You’ll also find out why she is still a proud heretic.As always, you’ll find links to the papers, resources, bios and twitter handles in the notes on our website. For the latest oncology news visit www.oncologynews.com.au and for regular oncology updates for healthcare professionals, please subscribe to The Oncology Newsletter.