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Book by Shannon Battle
From Playtime to Patients: Maya’s Journey to Becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Inspire the Next Generation of Doctors
Maya’s Journey to Becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
A heartwarming children’s book that inspires big dreams and empowers the doctors of tomorrow.

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Meet the Author
Shannon Battle
Shannon Battle is a devoted mother of five, healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience, and a passionate advocate for representation in medicine. She is currently pursuing her Master of Public Health at Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine and is on the path to becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).Becoming a doctor has been Shannon’s dream since childhood. Although life presented twists and turns, she never gave up and she made a promise to her mother that she would finish what she started. Along the way, she discovered something powerful: it’s never too late to chase your purpose.She created Maya’s Journey to Becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine to inspire young readers especially those from underrepresented communities to believe in themselves and dream big. Through Maya’s story, Shannon hopes children everywhere will see that their future has no limits.
From Playtime to Patients: Maya’s Journey to Becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine helps readers:• Inspires young readers especially girls of color to dream big by showing Maya's journey from childhood curiosity to a career in medicine.• Introduces kids to healthcare professions in a fun and relatable way, helping them understand what doctors do and how they help others.• Encourages learning through storytelling and play, blending imagination with real-life goals and positive role models.• Promotes diversity and representation in STEM and healthcare, giving children a character they can see themselves in.

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