Leading Options: "The Young Oncology Academy exceeds my expectations" Dr. med. Francesco Manfredi

In this interview, Dr. Francesco Manfredi, assistant physician at the University Hospital Zurich and participant in the Swiss Cancer Institute's Young Oncology Academy (YOA), talks about his personal experiences with the program and his motivation for taking part.

He reflects on the importance of building strong connections within the Swiss medical community, especially for young doctors coming from abroad who are still building their professional network. The YOA provides a unique environment where early career oncologists can meet with colleagues and experienced clinicians and researchers who can offer them long-term advice and mentoring.

Dr. Manfredi also highlights the YOA courses as a central element of the program. They are compact, practical and directly applicable, focusing on essential skills such as clinical trial design and statistics - skills that are often taught during medical school but only really become crucial later in a medical career. The courses help participants to develop a deeper understanding and greater confidence in these areas at just the right time.

The interview provides valuable insights into how the Young Oncology Academy supports the next generation of physicians and scientists and promotes both professional development and collaboration in cancer research.