Shikha Jain MD

Leading the Future of Oncology/Hematology Through Precision and Dedication.

Dr. Shikha Jain, a distinguished Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP), is a highly regarded board-certified physician specializing in Hematology and Oncology, practicing as a tenured Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Illinois Cancer Center in Chicago. Her clinical focus is highly specialized within gastrointestinal oncology, concentrating on complex cases involving neuroendocrine, colorectal, pancreatic, and liver cancers. She integrates her clinical expertise with academic leadership, holding influential roles as Director of Communication Strategies in Medicine and Associate Director of Oncology Communication & Digital Innovation.

Recognized nationally as a compelling thought leader, Dr. Jain is highly sought after as a keynote and TEDx speaker, contributing significantly to national dialogue surrounding healthcare equity, physician leadership, gender parity in medicine, and effective science communication. Her profound commitment to systemic change led her to found the influential nonprofit Women in Medicine® and the Women in Medicine Summit™. Furthermore, she co-founded the advocacy organization IMPACT. Her monumental efforts have been honored with significant accolades, including being named a Medscape Rising Star in Medicine and one of Modern Healthcare’s Top 25 Emerging Leaders.