ASCO Special: Dr. Joanne Xiu Spills the Tea on Why Comprehensive Cancer Testing Changes Everything

Today, HITea is live from ASCO, the world’s largest oncology conference, and joined by the brilliant Dr. Joanne Xiu, VP of Clinical and Translational Research at Caris Life Sciences. A powerhouse in bridging the gap between lab discovery and patient care, Dr. Xiu gives us a front-row seat to how cutting-edge molecular research is transforming treatment options - especially for those with rare or hard-to-treat cancers.

In this episode, Dr. Xiu spills the tea on:

• Her career journey from scientist to translational research leader

• How Caris turns tumor samples into precision treatment roadmaps

• The critical role of comprehensive molecular testing (and why "standard" tests just aren't enough)

• How Caris’ vast oncology database helps uncover new treatment targets

• The exciting ways AI is making sense of complex cancer data

• Her favorite recent study and how it could shape the future of trials and care

Plus, we dive into what drives Dr. Xiu as a woman leader in health IT: how she works her best, overcomes challenges, and her advice for the next generation of women making waves in science and tech.

Whether you're a clinician, innovator, researcher or just curious about how data is changing lives; this episode offers a smart, human look at the future of cancer care.