Santiago Ramón y Cajal was the first #Spaniard to win the Nobel Prize after turning a childhood interest in #art and #medicine into developing detailed illustrations of nervous system and neurons that are the basis of modern #neuroscience. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/santiago-ram...

Dr. Andres Barbero was one of the earlist MDs in Paraguay and spent most of his life using his wealth to treat disease, advance #publichealth, and establish many organizations in Paraguay. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/andres-barbe...

José Carlos Millás was a #Cuban #meteorologist that narrowed hurricane season to between June & November & predicted the 1994 October hurricane using only weather balloon data. #weatherballoons #civilengineering #meteorology #hurricaneseason #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/jose-carlos-...

Dr. Roberto Caldeyro-Barcia, a Uruguayan, is known as the father of #Perinatology. Specializing in #gynaecology and #obstetrics, he developed the Montevideo Units, the basis for fetal monitoring during labor, and the #cardiotocogram. #HispanicHeritageMonth #pregnancy www.scheq.org/roberto-cald...

Dr. Mireya Correa was a Panamian #Botanist, #Biologist and #Chemist. She was the Founder of the #Herbarium at the University of Panama and helped the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute digitize plant specimens. #WomeninSTEM #HispanicHeritageMonth #WomenInScience www.scheq.org/dr-mireya-co...

Julio Garavito Armero, a Colombian prodigy, studied #mathematics & #lunar interactions on oceanic and weather fluctuations. He calculated Halley's Comet trajectory, Bogota's #latitude & connected Moon's orbit and its influence on Earth. #HispanicHeritageMonth #gravity www.scheq.org/julio-garavi...

Cesar Ricardo Bressani Castignoli was born in Guatamela City and recieved his PhD in #biochemistry from Purdue University focusing on food science and #nutrition. He developed incaparina, which was made from #corn, #soy, #cottonseed, and #yeast. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/cesar-ricard...

Dr. Antonia Coello Novelo, Puerto Rican, was the first woman & first Hispanic to serve as the US Surgeon General. Specializing in #pediatrics and #nephrology, she played a large role in the Organ Transplantation Procurement Act. #womeninmedicine #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/antonia-coel...

Andrés Manuel Del Río was a Spaniard by birth, but became a Mexican Citizen. He studied #analyticalchemistry, #metallurgy, #mining, and #geology in Spain, England, France and Germany. He originally discovered #Vanadium in 1801. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/andres-manue...

Dr. Bernardo Alberto Houssay was a #physiologist that was the first Latin American Nobel Laureate (1947) for his work on understanding the pituitary gland & its connection to regulating glucose. He laid the foundation for modern #endocrinology. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/bernardo-alb...

Dr. David Joaquin Guzman was born in 1843 and spent his life between public education, #smallpox #vaccination, and #geological and #archeological studies. He received his BA in #Philosophy in Guatemala and MD (1869) from Sorbonne . #HispanicHeritageMonth #ElSalvador www.scheq.org/david-joaqui...

Dr. Eugenia Maria del Pino Veintimilla is an Eduadorian #DevelopmentalBiologist that made significant contributions in understanding egg development in #frogs, primarily trained undergrads, and big champion of #mentorship. #oogenesis #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/eugenia-mari...

Dr. Evangelina Villegas was a Mexican Agricultural Scientist who made a mark on reducing #worldhunger through creation of the quality protein #maize (QPM) She was first woman to win the World Food Prize in 2000. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/evangeline-v...

Pedro Elodoro Paulet Mostajo, born in Peru, was an #engineer and #architect. He played a big role in #aviation, development of the Peruvian Airforce, and development of 1st liquid propelled rocket engine that used nitrogen peroxide & gasoline. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/pedro-eleodo...

Dr. Rebeca Gerschman was an Argentians #biologist and #physiologist that discovered that O2 free radical led to cell aging and death. She was also a pioneer in teaching, used film in the classroom, and brought in speakers from other countries. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/rebeca-gersc...

Alejandro Posadas, MD was a self-taught throacic surgeon from Argentina that made significant advances in pulmonary surgery, tx of pleural effusions, and prevention of #pulmonary collapse. He was the first person to categorize #coccidiodomycosis. #HispanicHeritageMonth www.scheq.org/alejandro-po...

Heading back to NYC after a short trip to ATL.

Thanks for convening a great program yesterday highlighting the Lung Cancer Consensus Statement -Trimar. The discussions touched on #policy, #disparities, #biomarkers, #access, the importance of state driven initiatives. In some instances, addressing lung health made adoption easier.

ECHO Biotech Networking event at Pier I on Thursday night.

I was recently interviewed on the Leadership Sound Bites Podcast by Better Possibilities. Episode 194 "Cut the Noise: Leading When You Don't Fit the Mold". I talked about #adhd, #neurodivergence, #Leadership, @scheq.org launch, #STEMcareers, & purpose driven work. www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yaH...

Dr. Raez is joining us at 11 AM (ET) on the free Just Breathe: SCHEQing on Lung Cancer Webinar Series to discuss Molecular Testing Challenges in Lung Cancer. Register here: tinyurl.com/SCHEQJBSLC3 #lungcancer #lcsm

Dr. Weinberg's work on SDOH and environmental factors and how to think about incorporating them in lung cancer screening eligibility.

Finally made it to checkin at #WCLC25. By the time the day was done, I did over 20K steps. And I hurt all over.

We made it to the water.

Hard Rock Cafe and Las Ramblas

We were making our way towards Las Ramblas.

Barcelona pics. It was a long day.

Double Smash burger last night at Metric Barcelona was pretty decent.

Dr. Luis Raez will be joining the free @scheq.org Just Breathe: SCHEQing on Lung Cancer webinar series on Tuesday 9/16/2025 from 11AM -12 PM (ET). He will be discussing the "Challenges of Molecular Testing in Lung Cancer". You can register here: tinyurl.com/SCHEQJBSLC3 #biomarkers #lungcancer #LCSM

Dr. Melanie Potiaumpai from UPMC Hillman Cancer Center will be joining us on the Just Breathe: SCHEQing on Lung Cancer Series on 8/20 from 1 - 2 PM (ET) to discuss the roll of #prehab or #prehabilitation in recovery pre and post surgery. #lungcancer #lcsm

Just a reminder that Dr. Joan Schiller will be joining us on the Lung Cancer Solutions Webinar series on 8/19 from 3-4 PM to discuss how Climate Change Affects Cancer Care. Register for free at clehr.vfairs.com #lungcancer #lcsm #climatechange #pollution

One friend was in town visiting, so me and another friend met up at Paris Baguette on Broadway and 41st.

Dr. Melanie Potiaumpai will be joining us on Aug 20 at 1 PM (ET) on the next free Just Breathe: SCHEQing on Lung Cancer Webinar series. She will be discussing the role of #prehabilation or #prehab in #cancer recovery. tinyurl.com/SCHEQJBSLC2 #LCSM #physicaltherapy #exercise #lungcancer

It is an honor for my work @scheq.org to be recognized as the Best STEM Diversity & Cancer Health Equity Nonprofit in the US. It shows that taking my lived experience and training, and turning it into impact for those that do not have a voice is necessary. www.einpresswire.com/article/8355...

Another great evening of #networking at the @hitlabnyc.bsky.social event at The PhD Rooftop at Dream Hotel. #digitalhealth #healthtech #healthcare #AI #innovation

My experience at Mount Sinai Health System with #medicalracism after reconstructive surgery reinforced why I launched @scheq.org. I describe what happened, how the staff interfered with the care plans, and what you can do in a similar situation. www.scheq.org/when-the-sys...

@scheq.org has just announced our #Patient Advisory Board. I am excited that they are working with us to review our #infographics to make sure they are patient literate and help us connect to the communities we serve. www.einpresswire.com/article/8340... @oncodaily.bsky.social

Hot a milestone: First time doing standing elliptical at the end of PT. Still very weak in the right quad, hamstring, hip, calf, shin, and ankle, but making progress. Also grabbed a pic between Thunderstorms in Times Square.

The Lung Cancer Interventions Summit app has launched. Check it out to see the agenda and speakers. #lungcancer #lcsm #disparities #innovation #lungcancernodules #lungcancerscreening #clinicaltrials #SCHEQ #LCIS2025

Annual. Digital Health NY Summer Rooftop Party at Pillsbury. #digitalhealth #healthtech #networking

My first 7 months of the year in 2 photos. At least we are somewhat walking now. Still trying to resolve the scaring.

I had a very long week, but got to celebrate with some wins. Won a nonprofit award and picked up the first 2 funders of the lung cancer interventions summit. Was great to be out last night grabbing some air.

Attended the BLOC NYC Soft launch last night. Great panel discussion on careers, career transitions, and VC.

A friend was in town from London. It is a miracle he caught me as he randomly messaged me. I haven't seen him 17 years.

After my third round with #Covid19 last week, I wrote a blog about what those with #respiratory challenges face and why we still have to wear masks. It does not take much to be compassionate. www.scheq.org/covid-is-not...

Dr. Michelle Bolden from Call For Caring will be joining us next Wednesday 7/16 from 1-2 PM (ET) on our free webinar series - Just Breathe: SCHEQing on Lung Cancer. She will be discussing the role of #caregiving in #lungcancer and beyond. Registertation is in the link. #LCSM #survivorship

Finally sturdy/stable enough to no longer need the shower seat.

Cheesy potatoes and kielbasa. CREAM OF chicken soup, red yellow and green peppers, onion, mushrooms, shredded cheddar, milk, and a drop too much cayenne.

It was an honor to be highlighted by Shark Kevin Harrington in Entrpreneur for being 1 of 10 disruptive innovators. It is great to see our work in #heatlhequity, #communityengagement, #patientadvocacy, and #cancer noticed. www.entrepreneur.com/en-gb/entrep...

I was profiled in entrepreneur today. Check out the piece. Thanks for highlighting my work in addressing #cancer #disparities. www.entrepreneur.com/en-gb/entrep...