Oncology fascinates Dr Poon with its never-ending possibilities. Upcoming new therapies and exciting progress made in recent years is a culmination of countless peoples’ efforts, with much to be learnt and discovered.

Her passion is in Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology (AYAO), and she is working towards training specifically in this area. This is a field in its infancy, especially in Asia, combining both the science and art of Oncology and Medicine.

Dr Poon recounts that, “Every single time I care for an AYAO patient, it never fails to humble and remind me why I am doing what I am doing. I hope to continue to learn, question and be an all-rounded oncologist, who is adept at treating patients with up-to-date science that is individualized to each patient.”

She is also keen to become an inspiring clinical educator too who is able to individualize teaching strategies to help each young doctor reach their full potential as she believes everyone learns differently with their own needs. Dr Poon has met wonderful inspiring mentors in her short career, and she recognize the importance of educating our younger doctors in order for not just science to be handed over, but also good doctoring. This is a skillset which she feels is increasingly underrated, especially with all the technology advancement.

Outside Oncology, Dr Poon enjoys spending time with her family and loved ones and she suffers from a serious addiction of wander-lust. She is a self-proclaimed adrenaline junkie and she adores pets, especially dogs!