Redefining My Life as a Surgeon with Dr. Shannon Marie Foster

“The only true advocate for yourself is you.” - Shannon Marie Foster, MD, FACS

This week, I'm thrilled to welcome the incredible Shannon Marie Foster. Join us as we explore the diverse career paths within the surgical field that can lead to a more joyful, balanced, and fulfilling life.

Shannon Marie Foster, MD, FACS is a highly accomplished surgeon originally from Akron, Ohio. After completing her medical degree at the Medical College of Ohio, she pursued her residency and fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. Foster has extensive experience in trauma and surgical critical care, having worked at Reading Hospital Trauma Center from 2009-2020. She played a key role in developing the Acute Care Surgery line and enhancing the Trauma and Surgical Critical Care programs. In 2020, she transitioned to independent consulting in quality, peer review, and professional development while continuing to teach, mentor, and operate at trauma centers.

Dr. Foster is deeply involved with national specialty organizations and the American College of Surgeons. She is currently exploring consulting opportunities in peer review, quality, and clinical coverage, leveraging her expertise as a mitigator and mediator in complex professional situations.

Featured in the show:

• The benefits of setting your own surgical path
• The contagious nature of positivity
• Restoring your joy in surgery
• Accepting our role as a cog in the machine

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Wondering about how to find your own joy? Sharon is a surgeon, coach, and speaker who can help you define your own priorities and craft a path forward. Whether you are looking for coaching for yourself, professional development for your team, or just need a refresher on finding opportunity. Contact Sharon for more information.

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