Melissa McShane, MD
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Assistant Professor
Associate Program Director, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Training Program
Specialties
Treatment Philosophy
I am a medical oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast cancer. I completed my fellowship here at Fox Chase and when it came time to decide where to begin my academic career, it was an easy decision to stay. Fox Chase provides what I believe to be an ideal environment for providing exceptional multidisciplinary cancer care. I was always drawn to a career in oncology for multiple reasons, but foremost was the unique patient-physician relationship. A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming and can often be difficult to navigate. I strive to journey alongside my patients helping them best navigate their cancer care while also focusing on their physical and mental needs. I want to help my patients feel supported in all aspects of their cancer care. Here at Fox Chase, I work side by side with surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and the palliative care team to provide each of my patients with a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. I am able to provide my patients with both standard of care treatment as well as access to cutting edge treatments through clinical trial participation.
Educational Background
- 2021 - Chief Hematology/Oncology Fellow, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia PA
- 2020 - Hematology/Oncology Fellow, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia PA
- 2017 - Internal Medicine Residency, Department of Medicine, University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, VA
- 2014 - MD, Jefferson Medical College (Sidney Kimmel Medical College), cum laude, Philadelphia, PA
- 2010 - BS, Biology, summa cum laude, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Certifications
- 2021 - ABIM Board Eligible: Medical Oncology
- 2021 - ABIM Board Eligible: Hematology
- 2017 - ABIM Board Certification: Internal Medicine
Memberships
- American Medical Association
- American College of Physicians
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Society of Hematology
Honors & Awards
- 2020 - Chief Fellow, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship, Fox Chase Cancer Center
- 2016 - 3rd place in Abstract Competition, Virginia Chapter, American College of Physicians
- 2014-2017 - Global Health Leadership Track
- 2014 - Arnold R Weitz MD Memorial Award in Hematology
- 2014 - Foerderer Award for International Study
Selected Publications
Kunk P, McShane M, Brown J, Macik BG, et al. Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Hypercoagulable States. Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis. 2017. PMID: 27632140
Hazard RH, Kagina P, Kitayimbwa R2, Male K, McShane M, et al. Effect of Empiric Anti-Mycobacterium tuberculosis Therapy on Survival Among Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Adults Admitted with Sepsis to a Regional Referral Hospital in Uganda. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2019. PMID: 31024977.
Additional Publications
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Assistant Professor
Associate Program Director, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Training Program
Specialties
Treatment Philosophy
I am a medical oncologist specializing in the treatment of breast cancer. I completed my fellowship here at Fox Chase and when it came time to decide where to begin my academic career, it was an easy decision to stay. Fox Chase provides what I believe to be an ideal environment for providing exceptional multidisciplinary cancer care. I was always drawn to a career in oncology for multiple reasons, but foremost was the unique patient-physician relationship. A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming and can often be difficult to navigate. I strive to journey alongside my patients helping them best navigate their cancer care while also focusing on their physical and mental needs. I want to help my patients feel supported in all aspects of their cancer care. Here at Fox Chase, I work side by side with surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and the palliative care team to provide each of my patients with a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. I am able to provide my patients with both standard of care treatment as well as access to cutting edge treatments through clinical trial participation.
Education
Educational Background
- 2021 - Chief Hematology/Oncology Fellow, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia PA
- 2020 - Hematology/Oncology Fellow, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia PA
- 2017 - Internal Medicine Residency, Department of Medicine, University of Virginia Medical Center, Charlottesville, VA
- 2014 - MD, Jefferson Medical College (Sidney Kimmel Medical College), cum laude, Philadelphia, PA
- 2010 - BS, Biology, summa cum laude, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Certifications
- 2021 - ABIM Board Eligible: Medical Oncology
- 2021 - ABIM Board Eligible: Hematology
- 2017 - ABIM Board Certification: Internal Medicine
Memberships
- American Medical Association
- American College of Physicians
- American Society of Clinical Oncology
- American Society of Hematology
Honors & Awards
- 2020 - Chief Fellow, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship, Fox Chase Cancer Center
- 2016 - 3rd place in Abstract Competition, Virginia Chapter, American College of Physicians
- 2014-2017 - Global Health Leadership Track
- 2014 - Arnold R Weitz MD Memorial Award in Hematology
- 2014 - Foerderer Award for International Study
Publications
Selected Publications
Kunk P, McShane M, Brown J, Macik BG, et al. Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Hypercoagulable States. Journal of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis. 2017. PMID: 27632140
Hazard RH, Kagina P, Kitayimbwa R2, Male K, McShane M, et al. Effect of Empiric Anti-Mycobacterium tuberculosis Therapy on Survival Among Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Adults Admitted with Sepsis to a Regional Referral Hospital in Uganda. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2019. PMID: 31024977.