Through his dedication to his profession Shane McVay has been very dear friend to so many in our community, never hesitating to lend a helping hand. Now the nurse practitioner for Green Clinic-Jonesboro Hodge needs our help. 

Earlier this year, Shane was diagnosed with a Grade 2 pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor. Neuroendocrine tumor, or NET, is a rare type of cancer that originates in endocrine cells throughout the body. They are often found in the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, or pancreas.

Shane has undergone several rounds of IV chemotherapy all while continuing to serve in his role as a nurse practitioner, caring for his patients while battling his own illness. Shane was recently referred to MD Anderson Cancer Institute in Houston, Texas. After several rounds of IV chemotherapy, Shane‘s treatment plan has recently changed to an aggressive oral chemotherapy regimen targeted specifically for the type of cancer Shane is dealing with. The initial result is that he has become progressively weaker and is no longer able to work full-time.

In an effort to help with overwhelming medical expenses and now with the loss of Shane’s full-time income, friends and colleagues have set up a GoFundMe account to help ease the financial burden for Shane, Sarah, and their family.

“We are praying this chemotherapy soon begins to shrink Shane’s tumor,” said close friend Candice Leach, who organized the fundraiser. “As he continues to fight this battle, and if you’re able, please consider donating to help ease the financial burden. Help us show Shane that he is not in this battle alone, and we as his friends and community family are standing with him in faith and in prayer.”

To make a donation click here or go to gofundme.com