Sharon Lum MD MBA Facs
About Sharon Lum MD MBA Facs
Sharon Lum, MD, MBA, FACS, serves as the Chair of the Department of Surgery and is a Breast Surgeon at Loma Linda University Health. She focuses on disparities and quality measures in breast cancer care and holds dual appointments as a Professor of Surgery at both Loma Linda University and the University of California, Riverside.
Work at Loma Linda University
Sharon Lum serves as the Chair of the Department of Surgery at Loma Linda University Health. She has held this position since 2021. In addition to her role as Chair, she has been a Breast Surgeon at Loma Linda University Health since 2000. Her responsibilities include overseeing surgical practices and ensuring high standards of patient care within the department.
Education and Expertise
Sharon Lum earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Washington University in St. Louis, completing her studies from 1988 to 1992. She pursued a General Surgery Residency at Oregon Health & Science University from 1992 to 1998. Additionally, she holds an Executive MBA from Brandeis University, which she completed in 2022, and a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Harvard University, obtained from 1984 to 1988.
Background
Sharon Lum has a diverse educational background that supports her medical career. She has extensive training in surgery and management, which enhances her leadership in the surgical department. Her academic journey includes prestigious institutions, reflecting her commitment to both medicine and business administration.
Research Interests
Sharon Lum's research interests focus on disparities and quality measures in breast cancer care. She actively engages in initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes and addressing inequalities in healthcare access and treatment for breast cancer patients.
Mentorship and Teaching
Sharon Lum is dedicated to mentoring trainees in clinical research. Her dual appointments as a Professor of Surgery at both Loma Linda University and the University of California, Riverside Schools of Medicine allow her to influence the next generation of medical professionals through education and hands-on training.