Professional Experience
Dr. Oaknin holds prominent positions in leading Spanish institutions:
- Current Positions:
- Head of the Gynaecological Cancer Programme at Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), Barcelona
- Senior Attending Physician at the Medical Oncology Department, Vall d’Hebron University Hospital
- Leader of the Gynaecological Cancer Programme at the Institute of Oncology (IOB), Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona
- Research Leadership: Principal Investigator in numerous clinical trials focusing on gynecological cancers
Academic Contributions
Dr. Oaknin is actively involved in education and research:
- Teaching Roles:
- Faculty member for the Gyn-Track at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
- Spanish representative in the Cervical Committee and Phase II Committee of the GCIG Group
- Research Interests: Angiogenesis, DNA repair mechanisms, and immunology in gynecological cancers
- Publications: Author of over 100 publications and presentations at international congresses
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Oaknin specializes in the management of various gynecological cancers:
- Ovarian Cancer: Advanced and recurrent cases, including personalized therapy approaches
- Cervical Cancer: Treatment of early and metastatic stages, integrating immunotherapy strategies
- Endometrial Cancer: Management of both early and advanced stages, focusing on molecular profiling
Publications and Research
Dr. Oaknin’s research contributions are significant:
- Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles and presentations at international congresses
- ResearchGate Profile: Over 20,000 citations and 36,000 reads across 367 publications
- ORCID Profile: 0000-0002-3592-7194
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Oaknin is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care:
- Patient-Centered Approach: Emphasizes clear communication, empathy, and shared decision-making
- International Patients: Offers online pre-consultations and speaks English and Spanish
- Cultural Sensitivity: Focuses on understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Oaknin is a member of several esteemed professional organizations:
- GEICO: Co-Chair of the Spanish Ovarian Cancer Research Group
- ESMO: Faculty member for the Gyn-Track
- GCIG: Spanish representative in the Cervical and Phase II Committees
- ASCO: Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
- SEOM: Member of the Spanish Association of Medical Oncology
FAQs
- Is Dr. Ana Oaknin board-certified?
- Yes, Dr. Oaknin is board-certified in Medical Oncology.
- What types of surgeries does she perform?
- Dr. Oaknin specializes in medical oncology treatments; surgical procedures are managed by surgical oncologists in collaboration with her.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes, Dr. Oaknin offers consultations for international patients, including online pre-consultations.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The length of stay varies depending on the specific treatment plan and patient’s condition.
- What languages does she speak?
- Dr. Oaknin is fluent in Spanish and English.
