Winette van der Graaf & Olga Husson
Patient-Centered Oncology
Cancer affects people of all ages and backgrounds, yet research and care are not always designed around the specific needs of every patient. Some populations face distinct challenges and remain affected by disparities in access, representation, and outcomes. To address these gaps, our group conducts multidisciplinary, patient-centered research across three interconnected lines:
1. Adolescent and young adult (AYA) oncology
2. Rare cancers and sarcomas
3. Health equity in cancer care and research
We work closely with patients, clinicians, and partners to generate rigorous, data-driven evidence that strengthens research and improves care and outcomes.
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Patient-Centered Oncology
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Winette van der Graaf interviewed by El Pais
Winette Van der Graaf, oncologist: ‘I never would have imagined seeing patients with colorectal cancer at age 19′
The physician says she is worried about the rise in early-onset tumors and laments inequalities between countries in access to cancer treatments.
PhD defense: Milou Reuvers
Milou Reuvers defends doctoral dissertation
On June 24, 2026, our former team member Milou Reuvers defended her doctoral dissertation, “Balancing on a Tightrope – Living with an Uncertain and Poor Cancer Prognosis as a Young Adult”, marking the completion of her PhD trajectory in our research group.
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