Melissa McShane, MD

Assistant Professor

Associate Program Director, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Training Program

Specialties

Breast Medical Oncology

Areas of Expertise

Breast Cancer

Distinctions

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.

Clinical Locations

Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Phone: 888-369-2427

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

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology
American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology

Memberships

American Medical Association
American College of Physicians
American Society of Clinical Oncology
American Society of Hematology

Honors & Awards

2024 - Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors
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

MyNCBI

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Ratings Breakdown

Overall Care

5.0

Explained Things Clearly

4.9

Showed Courtesy & Respect

5.0

Discussed Treatment Options

4.9

Recommend Provider

4.9

Patient comments

5 out of 5 (150 ratings, 41 comments)

02/19/2025

When I see Dr McShane and […] I know my my best interests are forefront. The exam is thorough and never rushed. They answer any questions I may have. Thorough this may sound odd I actually look forward to my appointment.

02/17/2025

I have a wonderful health team. They are professional, caring, kind and compassionate individuals. I am honored to have been treated by this group of professionals.

02/10/2025

Dr.McShane is truly outstanding. Dr. McShane is so knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate. She has been so supportive throughout all my treatment and the complications I have experienced. I feel she has gotten to know me and genuinely cares about me and my health and has made such a profound and positive impact to me throughout my diagnosis and treatment. I am so grateful for her expertise, care, and concern.

02/03/2025

Dr Mellissa is a wonderful doctor and a big asset to Fox Chase

02/03/2025

Dr. McShane and her team are the best-- knowledgeable, extremely thorough, personable, very concerned. Completely on top of any potential problems with excellent follow up for any areas that she identifies that are concerned. She goes above and beyond to make sure that nothing is missed. She is excellent at providing important quality of life information regarding the illness as well as medical. I cannot recommend her and the Fox Chase team enough.