“The reason that we're all doing this is to make sure everybody has a chance. So, regardless of which island you live on, you’ll get the best care; that’s the ultimate goal,” Dr. Ueno says. A VISION FOR EQUITABLE AND INSPIRING CARE Beyond direct clinical intervention, the center is heavily investing in education and fostering a strong sense of community belonging. Key initiatives underway that reflect this vision include the launch of Ka ʻUmeke Lama, an academic oncology program designed to address the oncologist shortage in Hawaiʻi, which will include a new medical oncology fellowship program starting in July 2027. Furthermore, the new Susan C. Hirano Cancer CARE Community patient-empowerment initiative aims to provide comprehensive social-emotional support for patients, caregivers and families, ensuring they are aware of all available opportunities. The center is also actively working to create a digital network connecting other islands to its medical oncology specialists and statewide professional education. 102 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 07
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