Advisory Committee

Dr. Una Hopkins is a distinguished nursing professional with over 30 years of experience in oncology, including 25 years as a nurse practitioner. She currently serves as the Director for Research and Evidence-Based Practice at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York. In this role, Dr. Hopkins oversees nurse engagement in research and evidence-based clinical practice, manages academic affiliations, and coordinates presentations and publications for the Department of Nursing. Her responsibilities also include managing selected staff and operations, preparing surveys, overseeing specialized training initiatives, and securing funding for educational projects. Additionally, she leads project management efforts for key system-wide initiatives spanning multiple care delivery locations across Montefiore’s extensive health system. 

 

Beyond her responsibilities at Montefiore, Dr. Hopkins actively participates in professional organizations. She draws from years of experience serving on boards and committees across several organizations, including the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC), the Oncology Nursing Society, and other nursing and oncology professional societies. In March 2025, she began her term as President of the ACCC, highlighting her leadership within the oncology community. 

 

Dr. Hopkins is also an Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, reflecting her commitment to education and mentorship in the field of nursing. Her contributions to clinical practice and research have been recognized with numerous awards, and she has published over 20 articles in various medical journals since 1997.