Sueann learned about the career field of preventative medicine health career field when she joined the Army. And while she could have went into he military as an officer she didn't know about that path. But once she arrived at her first assignment the Captain she was working for helped her get her direct commission and switch from preventative medicine to Environmental Science as an Officer. Her work led her to work all over the world with a specific focus in Africa and even though she left the military after 29 years of service is still working with Africa today as the Project Manager, Tactical Combat Casualty Care; Programmatic Lead for Women, Peace, and Security.
See full show notes: https://www.airmantomom.com/2023/10/preventative-medicine/
Resources:
Women of the Military Mentorship Program
Girl's Guide to Military Service available where books are sold.