Dr. Vanessa Cameron

Dr. Vanessa Cameron is a nurse scientist, professional development specialist, and disability inclusion advocate. After a decade in nursing, she became part of the disability community in 2021 and now uses a wheelchair full-time. Her work draws on both professional expertise and lived experience to advance more inclusive healthcare education and workplaces.

Dr. Cameron earned her PhD from George Washington University in 2025, researching the experiences of nurses with permanent physical disabilities in healthcare settings. Based in Washington State, she continues to contribute to healthcare organizations and academia while expanding her independent consulting and education business.