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Shannon Cohen, MD

Knoxville

Summary

Dynamic Pediatric Hospitalist with extensive experience at East Tennessee Children's Hospital, excelling in patient-centered care and quality improvement. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, leveraging critical thinking and attention to detail to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to educating families on pediatric health, ensuring comprehensive care and support.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pediatric Hospitalist

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Pediatric Hospitalist

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
10.2023 - Current

Nursery Level 1 Care

Pediatric Hospitalist

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
05.2023 - Current

Nursery Level 1 Care

Pediatric Hospitalist

East Tennessee Children's Hospital
07.2001 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care in pediatric settings.
  • Assisted in routine assessments and monitoring of pediatric patients' health status.
  • Supported the implementation of treatment plans under supervision of senior hospitalists.
  • Engaged with families to provide education on pediatric health issues and treatments.

Family Practice Teaching Attending

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
07.2001 - Current

Assisted in the inpatient pediatric training of family practice residents.

Pediatric Hospitalist

Medical Center Bowling Green
01.2025 - 07.2025

Pediatric Clerkship Director

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
07.2013 - 07.2014

Developed and coordinated the pediatric training rotation for third year medical students.

Pediatrician

Blackmon Pediatrics
01.2001 - 05.2013
  • Provided comprehensive pediatric assessments to diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses.
  • Educated parents on child development milestones and preventive health care practices.
  • Conducted routine wellness exams, ensuring adherence to immunization schedules.

Education

Chief Resident -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Knoxville, TN
06.2001

Pediatric Residency -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Knoxville, TN
12.2000

Pediatric Internship -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Knoxville, TN
06.1998

Medical Doctor -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
06.1997

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05.1993

Skills

  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Critical thinking
  • Self-motivation and initiative
  • In-house patient care
  • Quality improvement
  • Attention to detail

Affiliations

• ETCH Quality Improvement Committee

• ETCH Continuing Medical Education Committee

• ETCH Department of Medicine Committee

• ETCH Infection Control Committee

• Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics

• Tennessee Chapter of the AAP

Certification

  • American Board of Pediatrics
  • State of Tennessee Medical Licensure
  • State of Kentucky Medical Licensure
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Timeline

Pediatric Hospitalist

Medical Center Bowling Green
01.2025 - 07.2025

Pediatric Hospitalist

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Pediatric Hospitalist

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
10.2023 - Current

Pediatric Hospitalist

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System
05.2023 - Current

Pediatric Clerkship Director

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
07.2013 - 07.2014

Pediatric Hospitalist

East Tennessee Children's Hospital
07.2001 - Current

Family Practice Teaching Attending

University of Tennessee Health Science Center
07.2001 - Current

Pediatrician

Blackmon Pediatrics
01.2001 - 05.2013

Chief Resident -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Pediatric Residency -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Pediatric Internship -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical Doctor -

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Memphis
Shannon Cohen, MD