
20. From Survivor to Scientist: Dr. Annalynn Williams on Changing Cancer Research
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Meet Dr. Annalynn Williams, an assistant professor of surgery and cancer control at the University of Rochester Medical Center, and young adult cancer survivor. Dr. Williams shares how her personal battle with cancer shaped her career path and fueled her passion for survivorship research. She introduces the concept of the survivor scientist and explains how her work focuses on cancer-related cognitive effects and accelerated aging in pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer survivors.
This episode unpacks the evolving landscape of survivorship research, the critical need to improve post-treatment quality of life, and how research informs safer, more effective treatment options for future generations. Dr. Williams also shares invaluable resources for survivors and caregivers, shedding light on the ongoing work to help patients not just survive—but thrive.
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