Gina Menyah has been a nurse for almost 30 years, with 22 years of experience in oncology nursing. She has worked in various areas such as oncology, bone marrow transplant, and cancer research. As a traveling nurse, she gained extensive oncology experience by working in different parts of the country. Gina has worked in both hospital systems and the pharmaceutical/biotech industry throughout her career.

 

For the past 18 years, Gina has been a resident of Chicago's south side. During this time, she worked in hospitals that catered to underserved communities and communities of color. For the past decade, she has been focused on cancer disparities and community outreach, with a passion for educating people about cancer prevention, general wellness, and advocacy.

 

Gina understands the importance of public policy in healthcare, which impacts everyone, not just those with cancer. Her goal is to educate communities on cancer treatment and survivorship through her initiative, In the Know, which aims to empower people with knowledge and resources to become better advocates for themselves and bring about positive change.

 

In her free time Gina likes to travel, boxing, and spend time with her loved ones.