Speaker Title: Can Saliva Replace Tissue? The Role of Liquid Biopsy and AI in Oral Oncology
Biography: Dr. Wardah Fatima is an Oral Pathology resident at Ziauddin University, Karachi, with a concurrent pursuit of a Master of Business Administration, reflecting her interdisciplinary focus on healthcare systems and policy. Her clinical training encompasses histopathological diagnostics, oral cancer evaluation, and clinicopathological correlation, alongside active involvement in undergraduate teaching and mentorship.
Her academic interests lie at the intersection of oral oncology, public health, and evidence-based policy, with a particular emphasis on early cancer detection and translational research in low-resource settings. She has completed advanced training through global institutions including World Health Organization, International Agency for Research on Cancer, Yale University, and United Nations Institute for Training and Research, strengthening her foundation in global health, research ethics, and health systems.
Dr. Fatima is an advocate for integrating clinical dentistry with public health frameworks and aspires to contribute to health policy, medical education, and cancer prevention strategies at both national and global levels.