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Nikesha J. Gilmore, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, Cancer Control division, at the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry. Her work is centered on improving outcomes for older adults with cancer through research in geriatric oncology, survivorship, and health disparities.
She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Pathology from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry, and a B.S. in Biology from Lincoln University.
Dr. Gilmore's research focuses on aging-related challenges in cancer care, including frailty, inflammation, cognitive and physical function, quality of life, and the impact of social support. She investigates how geriatric assessments can guide clinical decisions and improve communication between patients, caregivers, and oncologists. Her work also examines racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities in cancer outcomes among older adults, particularly in underserved regions like the Deep South.
Her recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on longitudinal studies, biomarker analysis (e.g., IL-6, epigenetic clocks), and interventions such as exercise and yoga to mitigate treatment side effects. She frequently contributes to high-impact journals and collaborates with national leaders in geriatric oncology.
Dr. Gilmore has no listed scientific awards in the provided text.
She actively contributes to patient care improvement through research on caregiver burden, polypharmacy, stigmatizing language, and geriatric assessment implementation in community oncology settings. While no specific grants are mentioned, her extensive publication record in major trials (e.g., GAP70+) suggests significant research funding and leadership.
She is involved in collaborative research teams focused on geriatric oncology, cancer disparities, and survivorship, often working within the National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP).
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