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Professor Afaf Girgis is an Emeritus Professor at UNSW Sydney, contributing extensively to the field of psycho-oncology and cancer control. With over 32 years of experience, her research focuses on cancer prevention and early detection, psychometric testing tools, and improving psychosocial outcomes for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. She has developed and evaluated various strategies to enhance communication skills among health professionals, especially concerning the needs of patients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Professor Girgis has received multiple prestigious awards for her work, including the Inaugural Psycho-oncology Award from the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia in 2012, the Lady Mary Fairfax Distinguished Researcher Award in 2015, and several honors for her collaborative research efforts. Her research interests span a wide range of topics within cancer care, including the evaluation of medical care quality, the adaptation of interventions for various populations, and the translation of research into policy and practice. As a recognized leader in her field, her contributions continue to shape the landscape of psycho-oncology in Australia and beyond.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia
Contributing to psycho-oncology research and education after a distinguished career in academia.
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