New Book Unites Oncology’s Brightest Minds To Innovate Cancer Cures
- Voices of Oncology: Fostering a Collaborative Community of Experts to Accelerate Cancer Cures is a book by Kirk V. Shepard, M.D., and Ramin Farhood, PharmD, M.B.A., featuring insights from 33 contributors in the oncology field. It is available on platforms like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
- The book presents a forward-looking vision for cancer treatment, emphasizing collaboration among pharmaceutical executives, researchers, patient advocates, and innovation partners.
- The authors highlight how oncology is being transformed by cultural, technological, and patient engagement changes alongside scientific innovation.
- Key topics include precision medicine, digital therapeutics, health equity, and the use of real-world data in oncology.
- The launch of the Oncology Voice Network (OVN) is announced, aiming to connect experts and accelerate progress in cancer care.
- Drs. Shepard and Farhood emphasize breaking down silos in oncology drug development to foster cross-functional collaboration and speed up cancer treatment advancements.
- The book is a call to action for unity and innovation as pivotal elements in curing cancer.
- Dr. Kirk Shepard and Dr. Ramin Farhood bring extensive experience in pharma and medical strategies, respectively, contributing to groundbreaking projects and initiatives.
- Published by Forbes Books, the book aligns with Forbes' mission of promoting success through innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
NEW YORK (September 9, 2025)—Voices of Oncology: Fostering a Collaborative Community of Experts to Accelerate Cancer Cures by Kirk V. Shepard, M.D., and Ramin Farhood, PharmD, M.B.A., brings together the insights of 33 distinguished contributors from across the oncology landscape. The book is now available on Amazon and at major booksellers. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes.
Voices of Oncology offers a bold vision for the future of cancer treatment. Through candid interviews and insightful commentary, these voices share real-world experiences, challenges, and solutions—spanning pharmaceutical executives, academic researchers, patient advocates, and innovation partners. With this project, Drs. Shepard and Farhood capture the vital interplay among these diverse perspectives.
The book highlights how oncology is no longer solely driven by scientific innovation, but by seismic shifts in culture, technology, and patient engagement. From precision medicine and digital therapeutics to health equity and real-world data, the contributors outline the structural and cultural changes reshaping oncology today.
This work also marks the launch of the Oncology Voice Network (OVN), a new online community at OncologyVoiceNetwork.com designed to amplify voices, connect experts, and accelerate progress in cancer care.
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