Shanna Combs, M.D.

About this episode

Dr. Shanna Combs shares her inspiring journey from ballet dancer to pediatric gynecologist.

Today on Untold: The Stories of Cook Children’s, we hear from Shanna Combs, M.D., a physician whose unique path from ballet dancer to pediatric gynecologist is as inspiring as it is unexpected. Tune in to hear about her early days in the world of dance, the pivotal moment that led her to pursue medicine, and her experiences training and practicing in the field. You’ll also discover why Dr. Combs is so dedicated to caring for young patients and how she balances her medical career with her passion for teaching and mentoring.

People in this episode

Guest: Shanna Combs, M.D.

Topics covered

• pediatric gynecology
• career transition
• dance
• mentoring
• patient care

Keywords

• pediatric gynecology
• ballet dancer
• medicine
• mentoring
• patient care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cook Children's

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