Duvern Ramiah

Oncologist and Futurist with a focus on AI in healthcare and innovation that increases access to care

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Cancer care is too important for isolated conversations. It was a pleasure to join Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi and fellow leaders at the Frank Dialogue on the Future of Oncology and NHI to discuss how collaboration, innovation and strong leadership can improve cancer care for all South Africans. #Oncology #NHI #CancerCare #WitsUniversity

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Excellent discussions at Best of ASCO Africa 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria, where I joined colleagues from across the continent to explore practical strategies for expanding access to high-quality radiotherapy and improving cancer care in Africa. Collaboration remains our greatest strength. #BestOfASCOAfrica #AORTIC #GlobalOncology #RadiationOncology #CancerCare

[Frank Dialogue @Frank1Dialogue]

🔔 Reminder: Don’t Miss Out !

Join Frank Dialogue on the Future of Oncology and NHI as leading voices in healthcare come together to discuss the future of Oncology and the implementation of the National Health Insurance.

🗓️ Event Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026
🕘 Time: 09:00 - 16:00
📍 Venue: Protea Hotel Polokwane Ranch Resort, Limpopo Province

TODAY, 10 July 2026, is the final day to RSVP.

Secure your place by confirming your attendance with Olona:
📧 [email protected]
📞 082 954 3148
#FrankDialogue #Oncology #NHI #CancerCare #HealthCare #SouthAfrica

[Wits University Division of Radiation Oncology @WitsRadOnc]

Proud of the Wits University Division of Radiation Oncology team for their strong contributions to a highly successful #ESMOAfrica Summit in Cape Town this past weekend.

Highlights included the Prostate Cancer Workshop co-chaired by Prof Duvern Ramiah & Dr Deborah Mukerjee.

[Paddy Power @paddypower]

No need for a finger up the bum - a simple PSA blood test is all you need to check for the early signs of Prostate Cancer.

Not all pricks are unbearable, @piersmorgan.

18+ | GambleAware | @ProstateUK

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

What an energising experience at the Africa Tech Festival this week. 🌍✨

Standing alongside leaders who believe — truly believe — that Africa can harness technology to close the gaps in access to quality healthcare was both humbling and deeply motivating.
#InnovationInAfrica

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Honoured to deliver an invited talk at #ASTRO2025 in San Francisco 🌍✨
Proud to represent Wits University and South Africa on the global stage in #RadiationOncology. Grateful for the opportunity to share our work and vision for equitable cancer care.
#GlobalOncology #ProudlyWits

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Honoured to be named an ASTRO International Ambassador at #ASTRO2025 in San Francisco.
Grateful to represent South Africa & Wits University as part of this inaugural group of global leaders in #RadiationOncology. The mission continues: equity, access & innovation in cancer care.

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Honoured to be mentioned in Behind Prison Walls by Justice Edwin Cameron. When JICS called about a prisoner with untreated cervical cancer, we stepped in.

Healthcare must reach beyond prison walls.
Dignity. Equity. Action.
#BehindPrisonWalls #RadiationOncology #HealthJustice

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

Robots will surpass good human surgeons within a few years and the best human surgeons within ~5 years.

@Neuralink had to use a robot for the brain-computer electrode insertion, as it was impossible for a human to achieve the required speed and precision.

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

By leveraging #ArtificialInteligence , we are paving the way for a brighter, more efficient future in Radiation Oncology. https://t.co/1TOiBTif9o

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

We need a Department of Efficiency in a lot more places!

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

Milton Friedman was the best

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

Very important! An amazing number of people still believe the legacy media propaganda.

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Completely agree with this!

[Teslaconomics @Teslaconomics]

This is why Elon is suing OpenAI

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

https://t.co/ZHWvzNSA5t

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Some wonderful insights at the BD #ProstateCancer summit 2024. Was privileged to be part of the panel to brainstorm how to address the untreated population

[Berci Meskó, MD, PhD @Berci]

In order to grasp the full scope of the paradigm shift that digital health brings on, and the significant strides made in AI-based technologies and their impact on different medical specialties, it's necessary to consciously spend time in the future.

This involves devoting time to exploring futuristic concepts, acquiring knowledge about AI through various means, including discovering what ChatGPT could do for you, and so on.

So for a minute, let’s try to transport ourselves a bit forward in time and think about this:

If you had to bet on which medical specialty would be fundamentally different by 2035, which would you choose?

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

Had a great time being part of the faculty of the #ESMOPreceptorship in Nairobi, Kenya this month Two excellent days of science & education together, exploring all that is #EsophagealCancer https://t.co/uZqrU3au7i

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

This articles highlights the main issues as to why state academic hospitals a problem recruiting doctors!
https://t.co/dP00dAdvy1

[Duvern Ramiah @DuvernR]

@ProfTimNoakes If it is prostate cancer, agree that’s it’s very treatable and curable, but they don’t seem to have disclosed the cancer type…