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Melissa D. Shepherd
( out of 25 reviews )

Melissa D. Shepherd, APRN

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Huntsman Cancer Institute - Cancer Hospital South

Clinic 3A, Sarcoma
801-585-7180

Huntsman Cancer Institute - Cancer Hospital South

Clinic 3A, Sarcoma
801-585-0262
  • Clinical Bio

    Melissa Dewey Shepherd, RN MSN is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Her clinical interests include medical oncology specializing in sarcoma.

    Melissa Shepherd received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from the University of Utah and then obtained a degree of Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) from the University of California San Francisco.

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 25 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety.
    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    August 18, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Appointment time was changed without telling me and then they were late starting the visit

    July 12, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Melissa has been at my side helping me providing hope since 5/27/2016

    July 05, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    I love Melissa. You will never find a more honest caring Dr. She has been part of my team since day one of my diagnosis. She is always happy and helpful.

    July 01, 2023
    SUGAR HOUSE HEALTH CENTER

    The best care I've had so far. I felt at ease speaking to her about my problems and she was a great listener in return. Words can't express how grateful I am to have received her support.

    May 24, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Very professional and kind caring, understanding, very comfortable

    May 06, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Melissa Shepherd answered my questions and helped me come to a decision about the next steps in my cancer treatment.

    April 15, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Shes so amazing and encouraging. I feel totally at ease and confident in her care for me.

    April 11, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Melissa is a special person. She makes me smile. She makes me feel like I am her focus and I always trust her comments/care.

    March 14, 2023
    HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER

    Melissa is very professional with a warmth, caring manner. Very calming experience with her.

  • Clinical Bio

    Melissa Dewey Shepherd, RN MSN is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Her clinical interests include medical oncology specializing in sarcoma.

    Melissa Shepherd received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from the University of Utah and then obtained a degree of Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) from the University of California San Francisco.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Internal Medicine -Midlevel
    Academic Divisions Occupational Therapy

    Education history

    Graduate Training Nurse Practitioner - University of California, San Francisco M.S.N.
    Nursing - University of Utah BSN
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