Assistant professor, Division head
Max Rady College of Medicine
Surgery
University of Manitoba
AE406 - 840 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB, R3A 1S1
Phone: 204-787-2394
Fax: 204-787-2028
Email: ashawyer@hsc.mb.ca
Anna Shawyer, MSc, MD
Research achievements
Research summary
Dr. Shawyer's research interests include improving clinical outcomes, particularly in intestinal failure, congenital anomalies, and improving patient-care pathways.
Keywords
- chest wall anomalies
- intestinal failure
- minimally invasive surgery
Leadership style
Dr. Shawyer is the section head for Pediatric General Surgery. She supports the group's commitment to improve pediatric surgical care through research, education, innovation, quality improvement initiatives and optimal use of resources. The group values collaboration, inclusivity, excellence, expertise and accountability.
Teaching philosophy
Dr. Shawyer has developed a robust curriculum for the Pediatric Surgery PACAs to improve their clinical skills, knowledge base, and facilitate their adjustment to the service and health care organization. She enjoys teaching all levels of learners through case-based learning and by individualizing learner needs.
Biography
Though she was born in London, Ontario, Dr. Shawyer grew up in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. She was fortunate to have opportunities to travel abroad for school and volunteer work which taught her the value of curiosity and exploration.
She received her Red Seal in Culinary Arts before attending university with an ultimate Doctor of Medicine. Surgery allows her to teach, perform research, and try to make each patient's journey the best possible. She has particular clinical interests in chest wall anomalies, intestinal failure, and minimally invasive surgery.
In her spare time, Dr. Shawyer enjoys ultramarathoning.
Education
Master of Science in Health Methodology, McMaster University (2013)
Doctor of Medicine, University of Toronto (2006)
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Memorial University of Newfoundland (2002)
Awards
Department of Surgery “Surgery Award of Recognition,” University of Manitoba
Awarded to individuals who exemplify the values of the department through exceptional leadership and dedication to patient care (2024)
Contact us
Surgery
Max Rady College of Medicine
AE101-820 Sherbrook Street
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1R9 Canada
204-787-4587
204-787-1485
204-787-4884