Dennie V. Jones, MD

Dr. Jones is responsible for the Markey Center’s clinical outreach, research, and education programs.

Previously, he held cancer center leadership positions at the University of New Mexico and the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.

As the Affiliate Network's Medical Director, Dr. Jones provides leadership to the network of hospitals in Central and Eastern Kentucky that collaborate to provide state-of-the-art oncology care and associated programs in close partnership with the Markey Cancer Center. Dr. Jones's priorities include increasing the availability of clinical trials and novel treatments in smaller communities and improving patient education on cancer prevention, treatments, and resources.

In addition to his executive duties for the Markey Cancer Center and Affiliate Network, Dr. Jones continues his own research into cancers of the lung and gut as well in the development of novel drugs and treatment strategies. He sees lung and gastrointestinal cancer patients in the clinic on a regular basis.