“Empathy allows healthcare providers to connect with patients on a deeper level; understanding their fears, concerns, and needs. This connection makes a significant difference in the patient’s experience and outcomes. It builds trust, enhances communication, and ensures that care is truly, patient centred. If you’re battling cancer, knowing you’re not just another case number, but a person whose emotions and dignity are respected can be profoundly comforting. It reminds you that you are not alone, and your care team will support you every step of the way,” writes Dr Miriam Mutebi, Breast Surgical Oncologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya in a recent blog post. She is also the Vice-President of East Africa of the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), treasurer for the Kenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (KESHO) and on the Board of Directors of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).