Dr. Marijo Bilusic combines clinical expertise with heart-based wisdom learned through his impressive career. Dr. Bilusic directs the NIH Hematology Oncology Fellowship which provides fellows with a strong clinical grounding in hematology and oncology as well as a comprehensive introduction to clinical, laboratory, and translational research. His current research interests focus on tumor immunology and development of treatment options for prostate cancer and other genitourinary tumors using novel targeted agents, therapeutic cancer vaccines, antibodies, or immune modulators. 

On this episode of Wisdom in Oncology, Dr. Bilusic inspires us with his practical wisdom on providing cancer patients with the highest and most humane care possible, and on how residents, fellows, and other young physicians can find their inner resources as well as utilize leadership, educational, and mentor-based opportunities to go from good to great.

Talking points:

• Staying inspired by making an impact in your patients’ lives 
• Understanding your patients’ stories 
• Advocate for your patients 
• Treat your patients like your family 
• Take advantage of leadership training 
• Mentors, sponsors, and coaches 
• Take challenges and work hard for success
• The single most important less