Advisory Committee

Dr. Jiajoyce R. Conway is a practicing clinician with over 25 years of invaluable clinical experience in medical and hematology oncology, with a special focus on bone marrow transplant and blood cancers. She initially obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Coppin University and went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nursing Practice, also from Coppin University. Dr. Conway continued to further her nursing education at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, where she obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice. In addition to her nursing degrees, she also earned her Master of Theology degree from Liberty University.

Passionate about enhancing patient outcomes, Dr. Conway is dedicated to palliative care and providing holistic care with the goal of empowering patients to engage in their health outcomes in any capacity they are able. Her commitment extends to educating healthcare professionals on the impact of social determinants of health, early palliative care interventions, and preventive health measures in improving survival rates and overall quality of life. Driven by the belief that patient education is paramount, she strives to enlighten individuals about the factors influencing their decision-making, well-being, and perceptions of their diseases.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Conway is a published author with articles addressing symptom management, breast cancer in pregnancy, and palliative care in high-risk patients. She developed a high-risk assessment tool, utilizing age and social determinants of health, to aid decision-making in chemotherapy treatment for high-risk oncology patients. She has also spoken on national and local oncology platforms and engages in community outreach and education initiatives.