About
Jacquelyne Gaddy, MD, MSc, MSCR is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine (Medical Oncology) at Yale School of Medicine. She specializes in gastrointestinal oncology at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center, while serving as Deputy Director of the Diversity Enhancement Program in Oncology and a member of the Center for Community Engagement and Health Equity (CEHE). Dr. Gaddy completed her MD at Loyola University Chicago, residency at University at Buffalo, and fellowship at University of North Carolina, where she earned an MSCR in clinical research.
- Research Focus: Healthcare disparities, social determinants of health, and improving cancer care equity for BIPOC populations
- Key Roles: Leadership in oncology workforce diversity initiatives, clinical trial inclusion strategies, and community-engaged research
- Awards: 2023 ACS IRG Pilot Award, Conquer Cancer Foundation awards
Her research examines racial inequities in cancer care delivery, including colorectal cancer screening disparities and geographic treatment delays. Dr. Gaddy also co-leads educational initiatives promoting racial equity in hematology/oncology training programs.
Grants & Funding: Active pilot studies on minority health disparities and clinical trial participation barriers. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including epidemiologists, health services researchers, and community partners.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Yale Cancer Center's Health Equity programs and the Smilow Diversity Enhancement initiatives. Leads educational workshops on systemic bias in oncology practice.