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While many of us can quickly name five top-achieving men of our time, many of our forefathers, and a glut of masculine trail blazers, the gap certainly exists between the presence of accomplished, world-changing career women, and the availability of books which represent their powerful voice and life giving stories.Consequently, Dr. Shufeldt interviewed six remarkable women whose bravery, innovation, and charisma paved the way for others, both men and women, and he began writing his third book in the Outlier Series, Ingredients of Outliers: Women Game Changers.Dr. Shufeldt calls these chosen individuals: "e;Outliers,"e; defined as: "e;An exceptional person for whom excellence is merely a starting point toward a destination far beyond our normal definition of achievement."e;This book is a kaleidoscope look at the lives of women who have humbly and tenaciously pushed past bristly beginnings and daunting opposition to improve systems and circumstances for those in their midst. They have defended the innocent, nurtured selflessly, and proceeded graciously, yet fearlessly past what they thought was possible. Dr. Shufeldt gathers their insights and advice through thought-provoking interviews and uncovers expert tips, and the potent truths that carried these women beyond their wildest expectations.The women in this book include:Award-winning novelist Jane Hamilton, who reveals how she got discovered, writing from an apple orchard in Wisconsin and became the author of The Book of Ruth and A Map of the World, which both became Oprah's Book Club selections.World renowned environmental journalist, wildlife photographer, and TEDx Presenter, Sharon Guynup, whose investigatory pieces on wildlife conservation have been published in publications like The Smithsonian, National Geographic, and USA Today, exposing human health and endangered species issuesBuy Now OrangeMentor, philanthropist, Attorney-CPA and 2014 Arizona Gubernatorial Candidate, Christine Jones, who served as Chief Counsel for the world's largest domain registrar, advocating for policy that would make the internet a safer for childrenPassionate full-time physician assistant, mother of nine, and former star of WEtv's Raising sextuplets Jenny McClendon, who balances a career and medical missions, while keeping family as her top priorityProlific humanitarian, minority student advocate, physician leader in the field of ophthalmology and academic, Mildred MG Olivier, MD, who is known for her work in Haiti and expert panelist appearances on the Dr. Oz ShowAttorney and Former Iowa State Chief Supreme Court Justice Marsha Ternus, who began as a bank teller and became the first woman to serve as chief justice in Iowa's highest court, and fought for children and those lost in the justice system, remaining active in her community and familyRead now and take advantage of the opportunity to get to know this diverse group of accomplished women, and let their expertise and leadership pave the path for your pursuit of excellence. Join the ranks of the women outliers who embody empowerment and strive after greatness.

Venturing into the field of medicine means the typical barrage of questions for students and doctors in training. The sheer volume of choices ahead of you can be daunting, and prior to medical school, no one really prepares you for exactly what it means to become a doctor.So emergency physician, author and speaker, Dr. John Shufeldt, sought out to create a list of questions using 30 years of clinical and entrepreneurial health care experience that students need to be best prepared to evaluate their future career path. He chose six high achieving and award winning medical professionals of various specialties to answer these questions.Dr. Shufeldt calls these chosen individuals: "e;Outliers,"e; defined as: "e;An exceptional person for whom excellence is merely a starting point toward a destination far beyond our normal definition of achievement."e;Outliers-in-Medicine-CoverBy providing the most effective questions, and a line-up of "e;rock star"e; medical professionals, Dr. Shufeldt presents potential career pathways, tips, and resources to help students decide whether a career in medicine is right for them."e;Sit down with"e; a winning combination of professionals:A pre-medical student who offers tips and life hacks for getting the most out of your undergraduate experienceA recent medical school graduate and emergency medicine resident offers specific advice about choosing a school and career pathTwo seasoned family physicians who offer invaluable tips for building a lasting patient base and professional tips you can't learn in classAn industry leading bariatric surgeon whose passion for her discipline and patients helped her overcome her biggest obstaclesAn accomplished medical educator who is creating opportunities for future physicians like you and has a unique perspective going from student to professorDo not miss out on the opportunity to get answers to the most valuable questions you could ask someone who has already achieved your dream career. Do not even begin the time intensive and costly pursuit of becoming a doctor before sitting down with various professionals from the field.Don't have a list of medical professionals on speed dial? Read Outliers in Medicine for advice from top doctors from various specialties and a pre-medical student just like you.Don't wait until you graduate, get answers to your most important questions now, and pursue your path with more assurance and direction.Follow us at www.facebook.com/readingredientsofoutliers.