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Shannon Dodds, BSN
Program Coordinator – Palliative Care Program
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Shannon Dodds, BSN
Global Pediatric Medicine
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Place
Memphis, TN 38105
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Short Biography
Shannon Dodds grew up as a military kid, experiencing life in the United States and Europe before moving to Scotland. Although she initially aspired to become a physician, the demands of starting a family at an early age led her to shift her career path. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with honors from the University of the West of Scotland in 2012, balancing her professional ambitions with her personal responsibilities.
Not long after graduating, Shannon relocated to Canada, dreaming of continuing her nursing career there. However, she faced the complexities of registering as a nurse in Ontario. Opting for a new direction, she embraced an opportunity in clinical research, starting as a Research Assistant in the Department of Medicine - Hematology and Thrombosis at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. She later advanced to the role of Clinical Research Project Manager for the Department of Surgery – Orthopedics.
In 2021, yearning to return to the United States to be closer to family, Shannon accepted an offer from St. Jude’s Epidemiology and Cancer Control department. She began her role there in November 2021, fulfilling her desire to strengthen family connections while continuing her dedication to impactful work.
Shannon’s career journey underscores her adaptability and commitment to blending her professional aspirations with her personal values and family connections.