Sheilah M Clayton

Dr. Sheilah M Clayton serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles, California. Her academic career spans nearly two decades with a consistent focus on breast cancer research among minority populations.

Her primary research interests include:

• Breast Cancer Disparities in African-American and Hispanic Women
• Molecular Mechanisms of Breast Cancer Progression
• Oncology Nursing and Patient Navigation Systems
• Health Disparities in Cancer Outcomes
• Cancer Biomarker Development

Dr. Clayton's publication record from 2006-2024 demonstrates a clear research trajectory examining both biological factors (such as HER2/neu overexpression, vitamin D levels, and PD-L1 biomarkers) and systemic issues affecting cancer care for minority women. Her work bridges laboratory research with clinical applications, particularly in understanding why certain populations experience worse cancer outcomes.

Her most cited work focuses on molecular pathways in breast cancer cells and interventions to increase minority participation in clinical trials. She maintains an active collaboration with researchers including Dr. Jaydutt Vadgama, Dr. Yanyuan Wu, and Dr. Richard Pietras, forming a research network dedicated to addressing cancer health disparities through multiple approaches.