We welcome the new 2025 incoming Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellows to Texas Children’s Cancer & Hematology Center.
Meet the new fellows (pictured L-R, top to bottom rows) and learn more about their training backgrounds and professional interests:
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Dr. Sevgi Dasdemir Residency: Hurley Medical Center/Michigan State University Medical School: Gazi Universitesi Tip Fakultesi, Turkey Interests: Community-based sickle cell care, global health, and medical ethics
- Dr. Maen Kamal Residency: Hurley Medical Center/Michigan State University Medical School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Medical University of Bahrain Interests: Quality improvement, bone marrow transplant, and medical education
- Dr. Lisa Kurien Residency: NYU Long Island Hospital Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine Interests: Clinical care and compassionate communication
- Dr. Vivy Ngo Residency: Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry Interests: Sickle cell research, resident education, and community advocacy
As they begin their fellowship, we look forward to the many ways they will grow through collaboration with our faculty, patients and families. Each brings a strong foundation and a passion for learning, and we’re excited to support their continued development as they contribute to advancing care, research and education in pediatric hematology-oncology.
Click here to learn more about the fellowship program.