Peer Support, Adaptability, and Self-Confidence Are Hallmarks of Successful Oncology Careers: With Liliana Bustamante, MD; and Jessica Stine, MD

Welcome to OncLive On Air®! I’m your host today, Ashling Wahner.

OncLive On Air is a podcast from OncLive®, which provides oncology professionals with the resources and information they need to provide the best patient care. In both digital and print formats, OncLive covers every angle of oncology practice, from new technology to treatment advances to important regulatory decisions.

In today’s episode, we sat down with Liliana Bustamante, MD, and Jessica Stine, MD, to discuss their experiences as women in oncology. Dr Bustamante is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute in Tampa. Dr Stine is the medical director of Gynecologic Oncology at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute.

In our exclusive interview, Drs Bustamante and Stine discussed their unique journeys toward choosing careers in oncology, the emotional fulfillment of treating patients with cancer, the importance of mentorship between colleagues, and the evolving nature of work-life balance. They also emphasize the importance of honesty, peer support, and self-grace in navigating oncology careers.

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