WELCOME!

My name is Shelley Schaitel. I am an oncology-certified chemo infusion nurse with a bachelor’s degree. I have worked in twelve oncology clinics across Southern Wisconsin for 13 years.

During that time, I was diagnosed and treated for breast cancer. I had just finished moving in June of 2018 and woke up one day to find a lump in my left breast. I noted and monitored it, but it didn’t go away.

I then took action to investigate this new imposter and was diagnosed with breast cancer. I discovered that I carry a genetic mutation (BRCA) that caused me to be at high risk for multiple cancers, including breast, ovarian, uterine, pancreatic, and melanoma.

This mutation came from my dad (prostate cancer) and his mother (ovarian cancer – dad never knew exactly until my diagnosis) and so on. Never, in a million years did I see that coming as my mom’s side of the family carries Lynch Syndrome, another genetic cause for multiple cancers.

I have an abundance of testimonials to share. After my experience with cancer, I found my understanding and compassion for my oncology patients to be above and beyond what I thought possible. I have clinical knowledge, but more importantly, personal experience to support you during this new and, at times, scary chapter of life. Few doctors, surgeons, or nurses have the actual cancer experience to share with their patients. I am passionate about creating a fun-filled (yes, I said fun) quality of life during your cancer journey. I can provide what our fast-paced healthcare system cannot, which is an individualized experience.

My goal is to remove the stigma and negativity associated with cancer by guiding you toward a POSITIVE perception. In essence, inspiring light in total darkness.

  • Shelley has access to and utilizes clinical content from The National Comprehensive Cancer Network. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network is an alliance of 33 leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. NCCN is dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, equitable, and accessible cancer care so all patients can live better lives. By defining and advancing high-quality cancer care, NCCN promotes the importance of continuous quality improvement and recognizes the significance of creating clinical practice guidelines appropriate for use by patients, clinicians, and other healthcare decision-makers around the world.

     

     

    Shelley is a member of the Oncology Nursing Society. The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) is a professional association that represents nurses. ONS is committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care. Since 1975, ONS has provided a professional community for oncology nurses, developed evidence-based education programs and treatment information, and advocated for patient care, all in an effort to improve the quality of life and outcomes for patients with cancer and their families.

     

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The healthcare system is built for efficiency —
My work is built for people.