Beatrice Wiafe Addai’s presentation spotlighted the global burden of cancer and the particular challenges in low- and middle-income countries – stigma, limited access, long travel distances, and costly, delayed diagnoses. She referenced the Lancet Oncology Commission work and highlighted local responses like the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Comprehensive Cancer Center of Excellence in Ghana. A core focus was speeding diagnosis by tackling pathology bottlenecks, showcasing innovations such as FIBI imaging and the CoreView instrument that can return biopsy readouts in minutes, alongside community efforts like Walk for the Cure and the use of VR to reduce pain in pediatric burn care. Watch the full presentation below.
Beatrice Wiafe on BCI/PLH’s approach to making a difference in cancer diagnosis, with a new biopsy imaging technology; using AI and technology to transform cancer care in LMICs
