The Beginning
In 2003, my teenage sister and best friend was diagnosed with advanced kidney cancer. In the months that led to her battle with cancer ending in a draw, I was right by her side, walking that dark, courageous path with her.
I’d like to think that she didn’t lose to cancer but came out an equal victor because the pain and grief that I still on occasion feel with a crippling intensity birthed the “I am bigger than cancer” mentality. All of which have defined my mission and become the rhythm of my profession.
I built my life’s work from a place of pain, heartbreak, purpose, recovery and divine leading.
My mission
To build a safe space for people affected by cancer and be remembered as the oncologist who illuminated the dark paths to cancer recovery.
My purpose
To inspire you to be who you are born to be.
Meet Dr. Omolola Salako

The Oncopreneur
I’m a Clinical Oncologist focused on cancer prevention and women’s health. At the University of Lagos, I mentor future leaders and lead Sebeccly Cancer Care, Oncopadi Technologies, and Pearl Oncology Specialist Hospital, transforming cancer care in Nigeria.

A Leader and Mentor
Beyond oncology, I work with leaders across industries, including biotechnology, business, finance, art, lifestyle, and healthcare, helping them live purposefully and lead boldly. My leadership approach inspires them to communicate effectively and do it boldly.

Prolific Researcher & Thought Leader
With over 50 peer-reviewed publications, my work drives progress in oncology, bridging research with real-world data.

Storyteller and Author
In my book GIFTS of Survivorship, I share my 10-pillar GIFTS framework, a culmination of my personal experience, medical expertise, and deep compassion for cancer patients.

Podcaster and Speaker
I host the Cancer on the Street podcast, sharing African cancer stories with the world. I also speak at international conferences, discussing cancer control and digital health.
What others say about me...
Adedayo Joseph
Clinical Oncologist, NSIA LUTH Cancer Centre, Lagos University Teaching Hospital
Adedayo Joseph
Clinical Oncologist, NSIA LUTH Cancer Centre, Lagos University Teaching Hospital
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Ayomide Atunrase
Data Engineer/Data Science and AI Tutor, Periteleios/DigitaleyDrive
Ayomide Atunrase
Data Engineer/Data Science and AI Tutor, Periteleios/DigitaleyDrive
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Eniola Salu Akintunde
Executive Director, Niola Cancer Care Foundation
Eniola Salu Akintunde
Executive Director, Niola Cancer Care Foundation
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Professional Skills
Cancer Specialist
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
- Diital Oncolgy
- Remote Symptom Monitoring
- Patient-centered Care
- Radiation Therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Target Therapy
- Immunatherapy
- Side Effects
Social Entrepreneurship
- Community Outreaches and Building
- Access to Cancer Medicines and Technologies
Healthcare Industry Knowledge
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
Technical Skills
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
- Women’s Cancers
- Breast Cancer Care
- Cancer Prevention
- Treatment and Survivorship
Soft Skills
- Empathy
- Ideation
- Intuition
- Purpose
- Creative Strategy
- Storytelling
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Emotional Intelligence
- Decision Making
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Empathy
- Leadership
- Connecting the dots
Accolades & Achievements
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