Martha Garrett-Shaver

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Martha Garrett-Shaver's research focuses on understanding the challenges faced by cancer survivors in Arkansas. Her recent publication, “I'm learning to live after cancer and its treatment”: Exploring the challenges of cancer survivorship in Arkansas (2024), addresses the lived experiences of individuals navigating life after cancer treatment. This work is supported by her collaborators at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, including Deanne King, Ramey Moore, Donya Watson, and Shani Worrell, with whom she has co-authored publications. Garrett-Shaver earned her Medical Doctor degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2000 and completed her residency in El Dorado, Arkansas, where she served as Chief Resident. Prior to her medical career, she held leadership positions in various Arkansas companies and taught science at the secondary school level. She has also contributed to the AHEC South Arkansas through her service on the Clinic Advisory Committee, Department Heads Committee, and Peer Review Committee.

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Dr. Garrett-Shaver received her Medical Doctor (M.D.) degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in 2000. She moved to the AHEC South Arkansas in El Dorado to complete her residency in 2003, serving as the Chief Resident her final year. Dr. Garrett-Shaver has pursued interests outside of medicine for a time before beginning her medical pursuits. This includes Serving as Vice President for different companies in Arkansas and even teaching science in secondary school. In recognition of her expertise, she has served on several different committees to support the AHEC South Arkansas. This includes the Clinic Advisory Committee, the Department Heads Committee and the Peer Review Committee.

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