Great Faculty Beget Great Programs
Our HCA Healthcare GME Faculty Spotlights Page is where we recognize the exceptional educators of HCA Healthcare who shape the future of medicine. Our faculty members are excellent leaders who are dedicated to guiding and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals. Each spotlight features an in-depth look at a faculty member's journey in medicine and their contributions to both clinical practice and education. Through their diverse experiences and expertise, they foster an environment of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in Graduate Medical Education.
Shane Jenks, MD, MEd
Shane Jenks, MD, MEd
Emergency Medicine, University of Houston/HCA Houston
Healthcare Kingwood Emergency Medicine Residency Program, HCA
Houston Healthcare Kingwood
How long have you been in your field of study?
12 years
How long have you been employed at HCA Healthcare?
5 years
Tell us about your background and how your path led you to HCA Healthcare.
I was the assistant program director at Baylor College of Medicine's EM program for 5 years. I grew during that time and was excited to be able to create the culture, values and curriculum for my own residency program. Starting this program in 2020 was a fulfillment of that desire and a huge opportunity to continue growing personally and professionally.
What attracted you to your specialty and why did you decide to focus on this specialty?
Emergency Medicine is an opportunity to have a real impact on individuals' suffering. I love the procedures, the resuscitation and team-based approach to care but ultimately it was my ability to relieve suffering for patients and families on their worst day that drove me to emergency medicine.
What is your favorite thing about Graduate Medical Education?
My core values are service and family. I love that with GME I am able to do better, for more people through teaching residents. I love knowing that I am not only providing great care to people in need, but that the residents I am teaching will go out to the world and serve with the things that I teach them. I love that with GME I belong to a family- we are close and love and support each other.
How has Faculty Development helped you in your career?
The biggest learning career came for me after graduation with all of the administrative and educational skills that I needed that I didn't learn or at least hone in residency. Faculty development is a chance to continue learning and growing in those areas, while keeping my clinical skills sharp. It has allowed me to grow my career and develop skills that I use professionally as well as personally.
Do you have any advice for new residents or physicians?
The learning never stops. Stay humble, curious and anxious to develop new skills and knowledge. Actively seek and take advantage of opportunities to develop yourself.
What do you do in your free time?
I volunteer to lead a local religious congregation of about 500 people. I love to exercise, especially with my 5 kids at my side. Anything to do with mountains is my happy place (ironic for a guy living in the flattest place on the earth).