Meet Roaa Hirmiz

My name is Roaa Hirmiz. I am a family doctor from Iraq and a clinical oncology researcher. Graduated from medical school .Then after completing my residency in family medicine , I have practiced for several years as an independent family doctor. My practice involves providing comprehensive, continuous care to individuals and families, managing a wide range of health issues, and focusing on preventative care and chronic disease management. I'm also a wife and mother of 2 boys , living in windsor ontario.

After immigration to Ontario and completing my licensing exams , I started pursuing my dream to be involved in  clinical oncology research. My focus was how to help the patients and their families  finding clinical trials . I Was lucky to be accepted by Dr Caroline Hamm and the wonderful group of clinical trial Navigator. 

I joined the team in April 2022 .I’m a motivated clinical researcher with a passionate vision for advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. My role is to review the eligibility of the clinical trials after it has been searched by the team , before Dr Hamm final review and sending them back to the patients.

Currently as well working full time as medical case manager In global excel management . I guide medical emergency Over the world when a traveler gets admitted while traveling. Responsible for case management of high risk claims that include review medical records, monitor the patient till Got discharged or repatriation them when safely. 

CTN team is an amazing team , and it was so important for me personally and professionally as one of my future dreams is to be at the forefront of innovative research, making impactful strides in healthcare that ultimately benefit patients and advance the oncology research field.