Shannon Rosati

Doctor, VCU Health

Class Year

2003

Professional Background

General Surgery Chief Resident at VCU Health, Fellowship in Immunotherapy and Surgical Oncology from the National Cancer Institute at the National Institute of Health

How has being an English graduate from Duke University helped shape your professional success?

As an author of numerous peer-reviewed publications, a book chapter, and a phase II clinical trial, my English degree from Duke University taught me more than just how to write- I learned how to think critically, analyze information, and most importantly, how to communicate, a skill which is vital as a surgeon caring for sick patients. I often am asked why I chose to major in a non-science field. I always answer that there is no other degree that would have benefited me more.

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