S2 E10: Passion, Perseverance, and the Renaissance Woman with Summer Shedd

As a woman in orthopaedics, I'm fully aware of how few women are in the field of medical device sales, particularly in orthopaedic implants. In this episode, we'll be talking to a renaissance woman who is not only a top spine specialist in the medical device world, but has dominated a number of disciplines. Summer Shedd was a competitive equestrian show jumper until a devastating injury turned her life around but Made her pivot into fields in which she excelled despite the change of plans. She was an EMT, a firefighter, competitive spearfisher, and now a top medical device spine specialist. She shares how her parents influenced her, how she shined in the different boys’ clubs she has worked in, and how to be treated as an equal. Tune in to this episode and learn how passion and perseverance can help you achieve anything! Episode Highlights: Summer's childhood and her parents' influence The devastating injury as a competitive equestrian show jumper that changed her life The healing process and finding new purpose Impulsively getting into being a firefighter/EMT for the city of Daytona Beach Competing in the "boy's club" Summer's success in competitive spearfishing Going back to get a double major in biology and psychology Transitioning to medical device sales specifically for orthopedics and spine The passion to be a hero The importance of having amazing mentorship Adapting to a whole new world About Our Guest: Summer Shedd is a top spine specialist in the medical device world. Aside from her "day job" she was a competitive equestrian show jumper, an EMT, a firefighter in the boys' clubs of boys' clubs in Daytona FL, and a competitive spearfisher. Connect with Summer: Instagram @summershedd LinkedIn @Summer Shedd --- Given that we're in the midst of a world pandemic, I'd like to remind you to practice good mask wear, social distancing when appropriate, and good hand hygiene. As a physician I'm constantly washing my hands and applying sanitizer when soap and water aren't available. I was thrilled to discover ESAS Beauty's Moisturizing Rinse-Free Hand Cleanser which exceeds the recommended percentage of ethyl alcohol for effectiveness but adds the amazing sense of organic essential oils, moisture retaining hyaluronic acid and anti aging benefits. I appreciate the support ESAS Beauty is providing to the 6% with Nancy MD podcast as a sponsor and for bringing a little olfactory joy to my day! Please visit esasnyc.com to learn more and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please click here to leave a review for The 6%, with NancyMD. Be sure to subscribe to your favorite podcast app to get notified when a new episode comes out!  Do you know someone who might enjoy this episode? Share this episode to inspire and empower! Let's get social! Instagram @_nancymd Facebook @nancymdpdx Twitter @_nancymd LinkedIn @nancyyenshipleymd Website www.nancymd.com Subscribe to The 6%, with NancyMD ++ Apple Podcasts ++ Spotify ++ Google Podcasts