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The Unspoken Reality of Cancer Surgery in Tanzania

The Unspoken Reality of Cancer Surgery in Tanzania

Update: 2025-10-29
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A Surgeon's Story: Fighting Cancer with Courage and Compassion in Tanzania

Dr Larry Akoko

MD, MMed General Surgery and Surgical Oncologist

Associate Professor at MUHAS

Prepare to meet a man who is not only a skilled surgeon but a beacon of hope for his nation.

Behind every statistic is a human face.Behind every surgery, a story of courage.

This #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we are privileged to share the experiences of Dr. Larry Akoko, a Tanzanian Oncologist whose hands and heart are dedicated to the fight against cancer.

He shares:

The hard truths about late-stage diagnosis.

The profound challenges and how he overcomes them.

The complexities of performing life-saving cancer surgery.

The resilience of his patients and the dedicated medical teams.

The moments of triumph that fuel his mission.

His vision for building a stronger oncology framework in Tanzania.

What the world needs to know and how we can help.

This is more than a talk; it's a call to action.


Call to Action: Show your support for global healthcare heroes.

#MeetTheExpert#HumanStory #Oncology #BreastCancerSurgeon #Tanzania #HealthcareHeroes #PatientCare #CompassionateCare #PinkOctober #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #CancerAwareness#BreastCancer #GlobalSurgery #Oncology #PublicHealth #Tanzania #HealthcareAccess #MedicalImpact #Surgeon #FightCancer


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The Unspoken Reality of Cancer Surgery in Tanzania

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