Professor Gevorg Tamamyan, the Head of the Department of Hematology and Pediatric Oncology, the Head of the Children’s Cancer and Blood Diseases Center of Armenia; was elected the president of the Asian Division of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP Asia). It is a matter of pride not only for our university, but also for the whole country!
Gevorg Tamamyan will also combine this honorary status with being a member of the Board of Directors of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology. “There were three candidates for the President of the Asian Division of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology: the other two were representatives of China and Pakistan. In fact, I was elected as the President by the representatives of all Asian countries, which is certainly binding for me,” Gevorg Tamamyan emphasizes. His great work in the field of pediatric oncology, despite his young age, has received international recognition as well. Under his leadership, SIOP Asia will continue its mission: to improve quality of life and treatment options for children with cancer in the Asian region. Congratulations from the big university family, wishing You the continuation of public service activities and further victories.