I am a psycho-oncologist (psychologist) based in Kochi, India, working in a tertiary care hospital where I provide psychosocial support to cancer patients across the disease trajectory. My work focuses on integrating psycho-oncology into routine oncology care, with a special interest in geriatric oncology. I am actively involved in developing a structured multidisciplinary geriatric oncology program and conducting research on psychological distress and supportive care needs among elderly cancer patients.
Through IPOS, I stay connected to global developments in psycho-oncology and continuously work towards adapting evidence-based practices to resource-limited settings. My approach to care emphasizes collaboration, cultural sensitivity, and strengthening psychosocial support within multidisciplinary teams.
Beyond my professional role, I am a trained dancer and have served as Vice President of a Toastmasters Club, experiences that have shaped my communication and connection with people. I strongly believe that every person carries a story—and that these stories have the power to inspire, heal, and transform lives.
IPOS has been instrumental in shaping my development as a psycho-oncologist by providing access to global knowledge, evidence-based practices, and a collaborative network of professionals dedicated to psychosocial cancer care. As someone working in a low- and middle-income setting, IPOS offers valuable exposure to international standards and innovative models of care that I can adapt to my local context. It has strengthened my clinical approach, enhanced my research perspective, and inspired me to integrate structured psycho-oncology services within multidisciplinary oncology care. IPOS continues to motivate me to bridge gaps in psychosocial care and contribute meaningfully to the field.
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