He received both his Ph.D. and master’s degree in nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He also received a master of theological studies degree and a post-master’s certificate psychiatric-mental health nursing from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Bond’s clinical background is in oncology, geriatrics, and palliative care. His research interests pertain to cancer symptom management, neuropsychiatric symptoms in patients with cancer, delirium, care of older adults with cancer, frailty. selected appointments and awards