Ivo Juliao Valente Dias

Insightful and highly dedicated Medical Oncologist that defines Global Oncology as a passion and is currently studying Global Health Policy at LSHTM. Is the co-founder of GONCO, a global oncology initiative, managing projects for the development of oncology units in LMIC's. Recognizes the power of research in implementation. Is also specialized in GI cancer and melanoma. Recently completed a Fellowship in the Melanoma Institute Australia under Prof. Georgina Long AO, a worldwide recognized expert. Was investigator in more than 60 clinical trials. Has experience in health consultancy and project management, design and implementation through multiple projects in LMIC's and clinical activity. Engaged in distinct and complex areas of practice throughout his career, showcasing diversity of thought, background, and experience within diverse communities.

Published several peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, posters and others. (https://orcid.org/0000‑0003‑0660‑9215)

Invited as faculty in several meetings and courses, Supervisor of 2 Oncology residents, Invited lecturer for Masters and post-grad in Oncology and Medicine

Principal and sub-investigator in more than 60 international multicentric phase I/II/III clinical trials in skin, GI and other cancers. Awarded grant for research in melanoma and lymphoma.

Passionate about music with a Post-grad in Opera (Porto 2013) and loves traveling the world

• Besides the ones described in the Experience section:
• 2008: Health education and patient care in Bafatá, Guinea-Bissau
• Summers of 2005 and 2006: Health education and value promotion for adults and children, São Tomé e Príncipe. Served as Treasurer of the program.