Dr. Erves is a public health oncologist focused on cancer prevention behaviors and lowering cancer disparities. Her current research focuses on improving HPV vaccine uptake among minority and underserved populations using behavioral interventions, health communication, and implementation science. Her long-standing interests in research include minority health with emphasis on cancer disparities, community engagement, health behavior, and qualitative data analysis. She also works with other researchers, state level committees, as well as community-based organizations and members to develop strategies to reduce disparities across diseases. Dr. Erves has over 12 years experience in cancer and community-engaged research.

Dr. Erves is a graduate of Tuskegee University where she received her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Biology. She received her Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in Health Education and Health Promotion from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her post-doctoral fellowship was completed for the Meharry Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core in Community Engagement. She recently received her Master of Public Health from Vanderbilt University. She is a Certified Health Education Specialist.