Stephanie Shen, MD

General Surgery Resident

Dr. Stephanie Shen is originally from the Bay Area, California, and came to medicine after a career as a middle school teacher—an experience that continues to shape her approach to care and communication. Her research interests include surgical education and surgical palliative care. She is also involved in narrative medicine projects that explore identity, grief, and the patient experience. Outside of the hospital, she is an avid crafter who enjoys upcycling thrift finds, painting, sculpting, and exploring the intersection of storytelling and medical humanities.