Dr. Kemi Doll is addressing health disparities in minority groups, particularly among Black women, through her research and advocacy in gynecologic oncology. She focuses on endometrial cancer, a disease with significant racial disparities in diagnosis and outcomes. Dr. Doll’s work includes updating diagnostic guidelines to better serve Black women, who often face delays in diagnosis and treatment. She is also investigating the role of social support in improving treatment outcomes for Black women with endometrial cancer.
As the founder of the Endometrial Cancer Action Network for African Americans (ECANA), Dr. Doll promotes community engagement, education, and patient-centered research to empower Black women affected by this disease. Her efforts aim to reduce the Black-white mortality gap in endometrial cancer and ensure equitable care for all patients.
See: “Kemi Doll” (February 3, 2016)