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Ela Pomaska enters the Department of Oncology at the Institute of Mother and Child, one of four Warsaw children's cancer wards. She is working here to transform the attitude of physicians toward the non-medical needs of cancer patients and their families.
Pomaska has long been committed to public service and charity. After her son recovered from cancer, she made it her mission to reform the Polish medical community. She has made several trips to Canada to observe similar organizations and has written a book about the experience of children in the hospital.
When she first began her project, she faced prejudice, bureaucracy and ignorance, but she has prevailed. The initial success of her project is considered remarkable by many former skeptics within the Polish medical community.
In addition to her important work, Pomaska enjoys gardening, water sports, and the theater.
Contact:
Ela Pomaska
ul. Spacerowa 26
Michalin k/Otwocka
Poland 05-410
Tel. 48 22 789-2598
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