In this episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we dive into the inspiring journey of Dr. Sheri Dewan, a trailblazing neurosurgeon and author of "Cutting a Path." As one of the few board-certified female neurosurgeons in the U.S., Dr. Dewan shares her experiences of breaking barriers in a male-dominated field. From her early passion for neuroscience sparked by personal family experiences to her groundbreaking career, Dr. Dewan's story is one of resilience and determination.

00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Sheri Dewan

09:10 - Choosing Neurosurgery

12:52 - Gender Inequality

29:40 - Biggest Sources of Power

41:20 - Female Role Models

46:11 – “Cutting a Path” Book

49:24 - Where to find Dr. Dewan

Resources

Visit Dr. Dewan’s website https://www.drsheridewan.com/

Find Dr. Dewan on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drsheridewan/p/C_BL0n3vuCS/

Cutting a Path: The Power of Purpose, Discipline, and Determination https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cutting-a-path-dr-sheri-dewan/1142564752

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