Oncology Nurse Speaker & Educator

Clinical Expertise That Moves an Audience

Award-winning oncology nurse practitioner, educator, and patient advocate Megha Shah, DNP, FNP, OCN, is available for keynotes, conferences, podcasts, workshops, classroom sessions, and grand rounds on oncology nursing, cancer care, and nursing leadership. She brings nearly 20 years at the bedside of cancer patients to every presentation, combining real clinical experience from Northwestern Medicine’s Delnor Cancer Center with her work as an author, researcher, and patient advocate.

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20+ Years Oncology Experience
DAISY Award Recipient & 20+ Nominations
DNP FNP · OCN · Northwestern Medicine
ONS Chapter President · CJON Associate Editor

Speaking Topics

Each session is grounded in 20+ years of clinical oncology practice and can be tailored for conferences, hospital staff education, nursing schools, and healthcare organizations.

Oncology Emergencies

Recognition, triage, and immediate management of acute oncology complications including febrile neutropenia, tumor lysis syndrome, spinal cord compression, and hypercalcemia. Designed for oncology nursing teams in inpatient and ambulatory settings.

  • Audience: Oncology nurses, inpatient and ambulatory care teams
  • Duration: 45–90 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Workshop, Breakout Session

Chemotherapy Drug Education

Nurse- and patient-facing education covering mechanism of action, dosing, route, side effect monitoring, drug interactions, and safe handling for common oncology medications. Grounded in 20+ years of clinical practice.

  • Audience: Oncology nurses, infusion center staff, patients and caregivers
  • Duration: 60 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Educational Session

Aromatherapy in Oncology Care

Evidence-based overview of integrating aromatherapy and complementary therapies into cancer care to manage symptoms such as nausea, anxiety, and pain. Practical implementation guidance for clinical teams.

  • Audience: Oncology nurses, integrative medicine teams, patient advocates
  • Duration: 45–60 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Breakout Session

Navigating End-of-Life Conversations

A compassionate, evidence-based framework for initiating and leading difficult discussions with patients and families facing serious illness. Covers communication strategies, cultural sensitivity, and self-care for nurses.

  • Audience: Oncology and palliative care nurses, social workers, interdisciplinary teams
  • Duration: 60–90 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Workshop

Patient Advocacy in Oncology

Empowering nurses and patients to speak up for quality, safe, and equitable cancer care. Covers shared decision-making, navigating the healthcare system, and the nurse’s role as advocate in oncology settings.

  • Audience: Nurses, patients and families, healthcare organizations
  • Duration: 45–60 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Panel Discussion

Nursing Leadership & Mentorship

Building the next generation of oncology nursing leaders through structured mentorship, professional development, and leadership at the bedside and beyond. Reflections from 20+ years of mentoring in clinical and organizational settings.

  • Audience: Nurse leaders, new graduates, nursing students, healthcare organizations
  • Duration: 45–90 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Panel Discussion

Process Improvement in Cancer Care

Implementing evidence-based quality improvements in oncology settings — fall prevention in infusion centers, safe medication practices, and ambulatory oncology workflow optimization.

  • Audience: Nursing leaders, quality improvement teams, oncology administrators
  • Duration: 45–60 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Workshop, Conference Session

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Nursing

Advancing DEI in oncology and nursing practice — from culturally competent care to building inclusive teams. Addresses disparities in cancer outcomes and the nurse’s role in advancing health equity.

  • Audience: Nurses, nursing leaders, healthcare organizations
  • Duration: 45–60 min
  • Formats: Keynote, Panel Discussion

Topics can be customized for your event. Reach out to discuss your needs →

Past Engagements

Mar 12 2026

Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy Side Effects and Management

Keynote Living Well Cancer Center Virtual
Apr 12 2025

Improving Discharge Processes In An Outpatient Chemotherapy Infusion Center

Conference Session Oncology Nursing Society Annual Congress Denver, CO
Mar 1 2025

What It’s Like to Be a Peer Reviewer or Associate Editor for an ONS Journal

Podcast The ONS Podcast Virtual

“Through my cancer treatment, I met an angel with a glowing halo. Her name was Megha Shah. Megha made each treatment pleasant, yet she was a great educator with a sense of humor. I actually look forward to my treatments because of Megha. She is my hero.”

Patient, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Cancer Center Geneva, Illinois

Bring Expert Oncology Education to Your Event

Megha Shah delivers engaging, evidence-based presentations that inspire nurses, empower patients, and advance oncology care. Available for national conferences, hospital grand rounds, nursing school lectures, podcasts, and webinars.

  • Keynotes tailored to your theme and audience
  • Breakout sessions and interactive workshops
  • Podcast and media appearances
  • Advisory board and editorial engagements
  • Virtual and in-person availability

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Fill out the inquiry form below with your event details. Megha typically responds within 2–3 business days.

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Speaking Inquiry

Complete the form below and Megha will be in touch within 2–3 business days to discuss availability, topics, and details.

What Happens Next

  1. Submit the inquiry form with your event details.
  2. Megha reviews your request and checks availability.
  3. You receive a response within 2–3 business days.
  4. Collaborate on topic selection and logistics.
Response time:
Tuesday – Friday, 10 am – 3 pm CT