Advancing the Fight Against Cholangiocarcinoma: Dr. Ghassan Abou-Alfa on Global Impact and Research Progress

Videos — July 10, 2025

Featuring:

Ghassan K. Abou-Alfa, MD, MBA
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY
Dr. Ghassan Abou-Alfa, a renowned medical oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, discusses the global impact of cholangiocarcinoma and the pivotal role of the CCA Summit in driving research, collaboration, and improved patient care.

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