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Doctor of the Month - November: Shontell Thomas, MD, MS

For the Spanish version of this article, click here>>Doctora del Mes Noviembre: Shontell Thomas, MD, MSPH

DOCTOR OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER: 

Shontell Thomas, MD, MSPH

OB-GYN 



Country of origin: Estados Unidos

Education: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Emory University (OB-GYN Residency)

Years practicing: 17

Clínic: Ochsner Kenner Medical Center

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS:

-Ochsner Clinical Teaching Excellence Award in 2014 (Profesora del Año)


What inspired you to study medicine? 

I wanted to teach and be a doctor who educates her patients on taking care of their health.

What are you most passionate about in your profession? 

I love being able to help women give birth. 

Why did you choose OB-GYN as a specialization? 

I had a strong interest in protecting women’s health. 

Is there any condition that predominates in the patients you see? 

My patients see mostly for their general care, consisting of physical exams and pap smears. 

What do you recommend to people as a preventative method for that condition or health in general? 

Come in regularly for breast exams and pap smears and to discuss birth control if you are interested.

What advice do you give to young immigrants or minority groups in the US who dream of studying health careers? 

Keep focused on your studies, both at school and at the university. The path to becoming a doctor can be tricky - but in the end - you will be doing work that will give you happiness for the rest of your life.

What do you like about living in Louisiana? 

I love going to the theater. I also enjoy concerts and festivals like French Quarter Fest, Jazz Fest, and Essence Fest. 

 

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