Coral Omene, MD, PhD, of Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Dr. Ryan Nguyen, DO, of the University of Illinois Cancer Center join Lisa Hayes, breast cancer survivor and Executive Director of Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities, for a powerful conversation about the realities of facing cancer as a Black woman. Lisa shares how her diagnosis reshaped her life’s purpose and why inclusive, community-driven clinical research is essential. Tune in for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion on survivorship, equity, and patient advocacy.

Featured Guest:

• Lisa Hayes, Executive Director, Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities; former director of women’s health, Gennesaret Free Clinic; Patient Advocate

Topics Covered:

• Lisa’s 18-year journey as a breast cancer survivor
• The importance of warm handoffs and trusted community resources
• A landmark neuropathy study designed with and for Black women
• Pink-4-Ever’s “Survivorship as a Lifestyle” program
• What early-career researchers can do to build trust in communities

• Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium
• Big Ten CRC Health Equity Resources
• IU research targets debilitating side effects for Black breast cancer patients: IU News
• Pink-4-Ever Ending Disparities