We recently had the honor of hosting Dr. Sareh Parangi at the Endocrinology Grand Rounds. Dr. Parangi is a Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School and an esteemed endocrine surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital. She also serves as the Chief of Surgery at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.
A distinguished leader in thyroid cancer research, Dr. Parangi shared insights from her remarkable career, highlighting her groundbreaking work and personal journey in the field of endocrine surgery. Her visit was both inspiring and educational, leaving a lasting impact on the team at UAB.
In her lecture titled “Hope and Resilience,” Dr. Sareh Parangi delivered an inspiring account of her professional journey, reflecting on the challenges she encountered as an aspiring surgeon. She reflected on her career journey, offering valuable lessons on overcoming barriers within the surgical field.
Dr. Parangi further elaborated on the pioneering work conducted by her team in the management of anaplastic thyroid cancer, a historically aggressive disease with limited research focus and poor clinical outcomes. Through their sustained dedication and innovative research efforts, her team has significantly advanced treatment modalities, providing new therapeutic options and renewed hope for patients affected by this formidable condition.
