Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE

Oncologist @PennMedicine | Researcher | Global cancer equity | Diversity and Inclusion | Alumna @Harvard @YaleMed @UCSFMedicine | Views are mine

[Arthur Musah @pidgincinema]

Cancer innovation doesn’t only flow in one direction. In the latest episode of #YelleConversations, I speak with Dr. Yehoda Martei (@ymartei), a medical oncologist at the University of Pennsylvania whose work spans the U.S. and Botswana.

Watch here: https://t.co/jxWk9FxhK3

[Arthur Musah @pidgincinema]

When Dr. Yehoda Martei (@ymartei) began cancer research in Botswana, she came with data & clinical answers.

Patients wanted something else: a survivor who looked like them.

So she built a study around survivor stories.

It worked.

Full Yelle episode: https://t.co/kEIknbPupj

[Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC @DrBonnieKy]

Read the latest from the great @ymartei!

Patients with HIV and breast cancer in Botswana show a high burden of 🫀 risk and early signs of 🫀 dysfunction, underscoring the need for stronger #cardioonc surveillance: https://t.co/CTNSAG3QMx

@PennCardiology @PennCancer @PennMDForum

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

@DrBonnieKy @PennCardiology @PennCancer @PennMDForum Thanks for your mentorship @DrBonnieKy and amplifying our work.

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

@nihanthy @JCOGO_ASCO @tuttsakhil @KVanLoonMD A poignant piece that reminds us cancer affects not only patients, but also the loved ones who support them. Thanks for also sharing her painting, which reflects the light she brought to others through her humanity and artistic gift while living with cancer.

[Penn Medicine CSO @PennMedCSO]

Baseline distress & effectiveness of survivor video narratives on cancer-associated distress in Botswana ft. @ymartei, Lawrence Shulman (@PennCancer), @GurramMaanasa (@PennMedicine), Lebogang Mokokwe (@BotswanaUPenn) & Frances Barg (@Penn_DFMCH) @UPennCGH https://t.co/TGaWYgBkoO

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

Thanks for amplifying our study conducted in Botswana. There is untapped potential in partnering with cancer survivors and sharing their stories to address cancer distress. Grateful to all the patients who partnered with us.

[Galip Can Uyar @uyargalip]

🎥 Can survivor stories heal distress?

In Botswana, over 67% of breast cancer patients reported moderate-to-high distress. This pilot study found that peer-led survivor videos reduced distress and alleviated fear and body image concerns.

✅ Cultural relevance matters.
📉 29% drop in distress after two videos.
📌 A low-cost, scalable psychosocial intervention for LMICs.

🔗 Read full study 👉 https://t.co/dpF1gxwYsx
#GlobalOncology #CancerSupport #PsychoOncology #ASCO #Botswana

@JCO_ASCO @ASCOPres @PallOncCoP @ASCO @JCOGO_ASCO @osutcuoglu @ErulEnes @tkoraysahin @realbowtiedoc @DrMirallas @myESMO @OncoAlert @oncodaily @Xesiloglu @kbaskurtt
@myCARG @BbaharK

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

Representation in clinical trials is a critical scientific focus needed to address this! How does a phase III trial #INAVO120 testing a drug commonly associated with hyperglycemia as a side effect, only enroll 0.6% Blacks? #ASCO25 #asco2025 @WinnAwards

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

Agree. Excellent discussion by Dr @AngieDemichele @PennCancer- beautifully delivered, well- analyzed, and thoughtful critical review of the data and clinical utility.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[Bishal Gyawali, MD, PhD, FASCO @oncology_bg]

I am loving Dr. DeMichele’s comments, including her insistence on longer survival and discussion of crossover issues. #ASCO25 #plenary #serena-6
Also loving audience questions. They are asking hard questions on the utility of PFS.
I feel happy that the education is spreading and audience are asking the questions that people didn’t use to ask a few years ago.
The status quo does seem to be changing. That makes me happy.
Also, for a full discussion of all issues that are being discussed, read CSO checklist paper-https://t.co/IMyXTRGnAa

[WinC - AlinC (Women in Cancer - All in Cancer) @women_in_cancer]

Thrilled to have Dr. Yehoda Martei join us at Strengthening Through Perspectives #ASCO in Chicago! Don’t miss her powerful insights on advancing impact and innovation in oncology 💡

Register now to attend in Chicago, Toronto, or virtually: https://t.co/wFyzAKpLif
#ASCOChicago

[Penn LDI @PennLDI]

A CICADA pilot study led by LDI Fellow @ymartei found racial disparities in breast cancer care for older adults. Published in @JAMANetworkOpen, the study highlights delays in treatment for Black patients & calls for action to address care gaps. Read more: https://t.co/4Om8XoS5ei

[Penn Medicine Cancer @PennCancer]

New publication alert 🚨 : Penn researchers explore whether rates of guideline-concordant care, time to treatment initiation, and all-cause mortality in #BreastCancer differ by race among older adults. @bscastillom @ymartei @JAMANetworkOpen https://t.co/bjSrbdqZZm

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

A reminder to register for tomorrow's session @ #LGCW2024 #LondonGlobalCancerWeek
Tune in for expert presentations and discussions on translating #NCCP #WHO #GBCI into guideline concordant care, building #QI culture, integrating #palliativecare and sustainable financing 4 cancer.

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

Please join us for @LGCW2024 #LondonGlobalCancerWeek - "From policy to practice: Transforming cancer care in Africa by implementing guideline-concordant care," featuring distinguished colleagues and visionary leaders in global oncology.  Register here -> https://t.co/IVQMXXIKbb

@AORTIC_AFRICA
@MaryNyangasi
@WHO GBCI
@NsiaLuth
@JacksonOrem
@UgCancerSociety
@UgandaCancerIns
@MoHBotswana
@UPennCGH

[The Breast Cancer Research Foundation @BCRFcure]

Last Friday, BCRF held its annual Symposium & Awards Luncheon, which raised $2.75 million for lifesaving research! The event included a symposium featuring five esteemed BCRF investigators and a luncheon that honored @ThePinkAgenda and BCRF's Scientific Director Dr. Judy Garber.

[Brenda Castillo, MD @bscastillom]

Sharing our latest work, grateful to have you as mentor @ymartei
Racial Disparities in Receipt of Guideline-Concordant Care in Older Adults With Early Breast Cancer https://t.co/Jf93zR1MVP

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

Thanks @sarasidnerCNN for being a passionate advocate for breast cancer! Thankful for the opportunity to connect with so many incredible people at the @BCRFcure symposium.

[Yehoda Martei MD, MSCE @ymartei]

Thank you FOCUS leaders! This was a real treat and a rejuvenating experience - truly inspiring keynote speakers and FOCUS awardees, who reminded us of humanism in medicine, personal-professional plasticity and what it means to be a #missiondrivenleader. @gradydoctor also delivered lots of bite-sized pearls - #ikigai #quickigai and assignments delivered w/ perfect comedic cadence!

[Penn FOCUS Program @FOCUS_UPenn]

The countdown is on, ONE WEEK until the FOCUS fall conference (Fri 10/18)! This year's theme is "Connection & Collaboration" and will feature speakers
@NeillEppersonMD and @gradydoctor. Register @ https://t.co/eOv7BjZvdW

[Union for International #CancerControl @uicc]

The @ATOM_Coalition, an initiative led by UICC, is seeking an expert to lead its country support programme. This 12-month consultancy will help drive access to essential cancer medicines in El Salvador, Mongolia, Zambia, Uganda, and Honduras.

Apply now!

https://t.co/FPUC8JrLgz

[Rafa Nadal @RafaelNadal]

Mil gracias a todos
Many thanks to all
Merci beaucoup à tous
Grazie mille à tutti
谢谢大家
شكرا لكم جميعا
תודה לכולכם
Obrigado a todos
Vielen Dank euch allen
Tack alla
Хвала свима
Gràcies a tots

[Chemtai Mungo,MD,MPH @ChemtaiMungo]

@AACRFoundation Wonderful connecting with other #African women #scientists @ymartei #BoamahMensah at @AACRFoundation grantee summit! @VictoriasSecret @Pelotonia @UNCOBGYN @uicc @UNC_Lineberger @SciforAfrica @4womeninscience @Being_Africa