Cynthia Ryan
辛西娅·瑞安
MBA, Patient Advocate
Former Executive Director前执行主任
👥Biography 个人简介
Cynthia Ryan, MBA, is a lung cancer survivor and former Executive Director of LUNGevity Foundation, the largest lung cancer-focused nonprofit in the United States. She helped transform LUNGevity from a small organization into a major force in lung cancer research funding, patient support, and advocacy, drawing on her own experience as a patient to guide the organization's priorities.
🧪Research Fields 研究领域
🎓Key Contributions 主要贡献
LUNGevity Foundation Research Funding Growth
Led LUNGevity's growth into a leading funder of lung cancer research, supporting translational and clinical research programs that have contributed to the development of targeted therapies and immunotherapy for lung cancer.
Lung Cancer Patient Navigation and Support
Built LUNGevity's LifeLine Support partner program and helpline, connecting lung cancer patients with trained peer mentors and oncology professionals for guidance on diagnosis, treatment options, and clinical trials.
Patient Advocacy and Policy Engagement
Represented the lung cancer patient community before Congress and federal agencies, advocating for increased research funding, improved early detection policy, and elimination of stigma in lung cancer care.
Representative Works 代表性著作
LUNGevity LifeLine Support Program
LUNGevity Foundation (2013)
Established comprehensive patient navigation and peer support program for lung cancer patients, providing access to specialist consultations, clinical trial matching, and emotional support through trained patient navigators.
HOPE Summit Annual Patient Conference
LUNGevity Foundation (2010)
Developed and expanded the annual national conference for lung cancer patients and caregivers, providing cutting-edge education on biomarker testing, targeted therapy, and survivorship resources.
🏆Awards & Recognition 奖项与荣誉
📄Data Sources 数据来源
Last updated: 2026-01-15 | All information from publicly available academic sources
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