Haeseong Park

Haeseong Park is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and an expert in gastrointestinal oncology. In this discussion, he highlights the alarming rise of gastric cancer incidence among younger individuals and its status as a leading cause of cancer deaths globally. Park delves into the significant role of Helicobacter pylori, along with other modifiable risk factors like smoking and obesity. He also contrasts screening methods between the U.S. and countries with national programs, emphasizing the need for improved prevention strategies and tailored treatment approaches.