Biologist creates app to support cancer patients
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César Filho of Brazil developed the WeCancer app after witnessing shortcomings in his mother’s cancer care.
Witnessing the difficulties his mother faced during cancer treatment motivated César, a biologist, to improve care for other patients. He observed failures in follow-up care, poor communication among healthcare professionals, and the isolation patients experience within the healthcare system. César responded by creating WeCancer, an application that connects cancer patients with a digital healthcare team.
This team provides daily support, guidance, and a listening ear throughout their cancer journey. The app now partners with large hospitals and health insurance companies, and has supported over 10,000 patients. His initial idea gained momentum when he joined the Na Prática Leadership Program, which provided him with agile methodologies, mentorship, and resources to build a prototype.
Facing a lack of initial funding, César successfully launched a crowdfunding campaign to fund a trip to the US to further develop the app. He emphasizes the importance of listening to those directly affected by the problem you are trying to solve and encourages others to begin working on their ideas even if they don’t feel fully prepared.
