Melissa Rikal, FNP-BC, AOCNP
Nurse Practitioner

Melissa Rikal, FNP-BC, AOCNP

Specialities

  • Breast cancer
  • Early-phase drug development
  • Clinical research

Education

Bachelor’s degree: Western Kentucky University
Master’s degree: Belmont University
Accreditations:

  • Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner
  • Oncology Certified Nurse certification

Location

335 24th Avenue North, Suite 200  
Nashville, Tennessee 37203 
Phone: 615-329-7640 
Fax: 615-234-7723 

Language

English

Biography

Melissa Rikal, FNP-BC, AOCNP, is a nurse practitioner at SCRI Oncology Partners specializing in breast cancer and early-phase drug development. She is accredited as an advanced oncology-certified nurse practitioner through the Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification. Melissa has worked in the field of oncology since 2010.

Philosophy

Melissa is passionate about delivering research-focused cancer care that is centered on the patient’s individual needs.

Personal

In her free time, Melissa enjoys time with her family, traveling, hiking, and anything outdoors!