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Karen B. Shackelford MD

Hi, I'm Karen B. Shackelford MD. Welcome to my website. I specialize in helping people think through their problems to find clear and satisfactory solutions, using a unique stepwise approach. My training is in Emergency Medicine, and I have also been a successful entrepreneur in two start-up ventures. I have four remarkable children, and I am always available to answer your questions about how I did it all.


Born in Homestead, Pennsylvania, Karen B. Shackelford MD spent 4 of her formative years in Brussels, Belgium. She is an Ancienne Eleve du Berlaymont, and a graduate of the International School of Brussels. After returning to the US for college, at Mississippi University for Women, she met and married her husband of 35 years, Steve Shackelford. Steve and Karen have raised four outstanding children, all of whom were recognized as National Merit Scholars, in addition to garnering state and national awards in art, Latin, equitation, math, and piano. Their diverse interests have led these four outstanding young adults to far-flung destinations, but the children of Steve and Karen B. Shackelford MD are all leading lives of professional and personal excellence. Karen B. Shackelford MD was a young mother where she became involved in the Jackson, Mississippi volunteer community, originally through her work as a volunteer at the Mississippi Museum of Art and as a member of the board of the Jackson Symphony League. She has served as Sunday School teacher, chairman of school fundraisers, a volunteer medical director of a low income clinic, chairman of the Red Cross Ball, and as both a sustaining and active member of the Junior League of Jackson. Her involvement on the Board of Directors of the Catholic Foundation lasted many years, and she was asked to speak at the annual dinner on the plight of migrant workers in the state. Dr. Karen B. Shackelford attended medical school concurrent with her childrens' school years. She was awarded a full four year academic scholarship, and the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine Excellence in Emergency Medicine award. She completed a four year residency at in Emergency Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and shortly after completion of residency she achieved Board Certification by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Karen B. Shackelford MD has founded two successful S corporations. She enjoys cooking, travel, and tennis. She is both an amateur painter of some success, and a freelance writer. Karen B. Shackelford MD is happy to offer you the benefit of her experience as you navigate the sometimes tricky terrain of life.

Karen B. Shackelford MD's Background

Karen B. Shackelford MD's Experience

Freelance writer at Confidential

September 2007 - January 2011

My interest in political and health care policy led me to begin two books, in addition to relevant political complications. Compelled by possible RICO violations by defined sets of physicians, the diminishing ROI on our healthcare dollars, and the paradigm change that began in the 1970s, which marked, to some, the 'Golden Age of Medicine," I began my career as a clinician several years later, in a state notably backward in many respects. I have been writing for years, and hope to publish soon. I applied because I have been unable to find an investigative reporter willing to take on simultaneous complex issues that need to be discussed in the public sphere. I feel very limited by my nest egg as it pales in comparison to lobby groups and PACS who stand to change the face of health care even more in the cause of their enrichment. The Mental Health Parity bill achieved passage through the machinations of several of these self-motivated groups, and the Oath of Hippocrates has been relegated to folk symbol. The apparatus of medicine is controlled by huge and uncontrollable forces, as befits the for-profit lobby - the monolith. I have researched, filed FOIA papers, hired attorneys and spoken other physicians. I am tapped out, and need some assistance of any sort - research, clerical, legal and legislative.

Freelance writer at Confidential

September 2007 - January 2011

My interest in political and health care policy led me to begin two books, in addition to relevant political complications. Compelled by possible RICO violations by defined sets of physicians, the diminishing ROI on our healthcare dollars, and the paradigm change that began in the 1970s, which marked, to some, the 'Golden Age of Medicine," I began my career as a clinician several years later, in a state notably backward in many respects. I have been writing for years, and hope to publish soon. I applied because I have been unable to find an investigative reporter willing to take on simultaneous complex issues that need to be discussed in the public sphere. I feel very limited by my nest egg as it pales in comparison to lobby groups and PACS who stand to change the face of health care even more in the cause of their enrichment. The Mental Health Parity bill achieved passage through the machinations of several of these self-motivated groups, and the Oath of Hippocrates has been relegated to folk symbol. The apparatus of medicine is controlled by huge and uncontrollable forces, as befits the for-profit lobby - the monolith. I have researched, filed FOIA papers, hired attorneys and spoken other physicians. I am tapped out, and need some assistance of any sort - research, clerical, legal and legislative.

Freelance writer at Confidential

September 2007 - January 2011

My interest in political and health care policy led me to begin two books, in addition to relevant political complications. Compelled by possible RICO violations by defined sets of physicians, the diminishing ROI on our healthcare dollars, and the paradigm change that began in the 1970s, which marked, to some, the 'Golden Age of Medicine," I began my career as a clinician several years later, in a state notably backward in many respects. I have been writing for years, and hope to publish soon. I applied because I have been unable to find an investigative reporter willing to take on simultaneous complex issues that need to be discussed in the public sphere. I feel very limited by my nest egg as it pales in comparison to lobby groups and PACS who stand to change the face of health care even more in the cause of their enrichment. The Mental Health Parity bill achieved passage through the machinations of several of these self-motivated groups, and the Oath of Hippocrates has been relegated to folk symbol. The apparatus of medicine is controlled by huge and uncontrollable forces, as befits the for-profit lobby - the monolith. I have researched, filed FOIA papers, hired attorneys and spoken other physicians. I am tapped out, and need some assistance of any sort - research, clerical, legal and legislative.

Freelance writer at Confidential

September 2007 - January 2011

My interest in political and health care policy led me to begin two books, in addition to relevant political complications. Compelled by possible RICO violations by defined sets of physicians, the diminishing ROI on our healthcare dollars, and the paradigm change that began in the 1970s, which marked, to some, the 'Golden Age of Medicine," I began my career as a clinician several years later, in a state notably backward in many respects. I have been writing for years, and hope to publish soon. I applied because I have been unable to find an investigative reporter willing to take on simultaneous complex issues that need to be discussed in the public sphere. I feel very limited by my nest egg as it pales in comparison to lobby groups and PACS who stand to change the face of health care even more in the cause of their enrichment. The Mental Health Parity bill achieved passage through the machinations of several of these self-motivated groups, and the Oath of Hippocrates has been relegated to folk symbol. The apparatus of medicine is controlled by huge and uncontrollable forces, as befits the for-profit lobby - the monolith. I have researched, filed FOIA papers, hired attorneys and spoken other physicians. I am tapped out, and need some assistance of any sort - research, clerical, legal and legislative.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Worked on a venture ready plan for an iPhone platform which has been released, and I also worked on a proposal for a waste to energy project designed to utilize the natural resources of the Delta, while providing employment. This is still in progress.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Directed several internships. at Millsaps College

2009 - 2011

Communicated program, defined scope of my expectations, and met frequently with interns to ensure deadlines were met and projects were formalized, resulting in class credit.

ceo, iThink Corporation at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2011

Developed a business model which included outsourcing development of a unique iPhone platform for interest based social networking. Pursued strategic partners, including Sportsvite and iTennis.com. Currently in negotiation to license initial application with ultimate goal to hire a full time developer to proceed with more complex and medically oriented applications.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Worked on a venture ready plan for an iPhone platform which has been released, and I also worked on a proposal for a waste to energy project designed to utilize the natural resources of the Delta, while providing employment. This is still in progress.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Directed several internships. at Millsaps College

2009 - 2011

Communicated program, defined scope of my expectations, and met frequently with interns to ensure deadlines were met and projects were formalized, resulting in class credit.

ceo, iThink Corporation at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2011

Developed a business model which included outsourcing development of a unique iPhone platform for interest based social networking. Pursued strategic partners, including Sportsvite and iTennis.com. Currently in negotiation to license initial application with ultimate goal to hire a full time developer to proceed with more complex and medically oriented applications.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Worked on a venture ready plan for an iPhone platform which has been released, and I also worked on a proposal for a waste to energy project designed to utilize the natural resources of the Delta, while providing employment. This is still in progress.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Directed several internships. at Millsaps College

2009 - 2011

Communicated program, defined scope of my expectations, and met frequently with interns to ensure deadlines were met and projects were formalized, resulting in class credit.

ceo, iThink Corporation at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2011

Developed a business model which included outsourcing development of a unique iPhone platform for interest based social networking. Pursued strategic partners, including Sportsvite and iTennis.com. Currently in negotiation to license initial application with ultimate goal to hire a full time developer to proceed with more complex and medically oriented applications.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Worked on a venture ready plan for an iPhone platform which has been released, and I also worked on a proposal for a waste to energy project designed to utilize the natural resources of the Delta, while providing employment. This is still in progress.

advisee at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2010 - 2011

Directed several internships. at Millsaps College

2009 - 2011

Communicated program, defined scope of my expectations, and met frequently with interns to ensure deadlines were met and projects were formalized, resulting in class credit.

ceo, iThink Corporation at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2011

Developed a business model which included outsourcing development of a unique iPhone platform for interest based social networking. Pursued strategic partners, including Sportsvite and iTennis.com. Currently in negotiation to license initial application with ultimate goal to hire a full time developer to proceed with more complex and medically oriented applications.

Entrepreneur at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2010

With the assistance of the Mississippi Technology Alliance, I was able to take advantage of coaching, guidance in formulating a business plan, and, most importantly, became connected through various meetings and activities of the MTA to members of the entrepreneurial technology community in the area.

Entrepreneur at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2010

With the assistance of the Mississippi Technology Alliance, I was able to take advantage of coaching, guidance in formulating a business plan, and, most importantly, became connected through various meetings and activities of the MTA to members of the entrepreneurial technology community in the area.

Entrepreneur at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2010

With the assistance of the Mississippi Technology Alliance, I was able to take advantage of coaching, guidance in formulating a business plan, and, most importantly, became connected through various meetings and activities of the MTA to members of the entrepreneurial technology community in the area.

Entrepreneur at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009 - 2010

With the assistance of the Mississippi Technology Alliance, I was able to take advantage of coaching, guidance in formulating a business plan, and, most importantly, became connected through various meetings and activities of the MTA to members of the entrepreneurial technology community in the area.

Emergency Physician - Independent Contractor at EmCare, Medical Doctors of America, Schumacher Group

July 1995 - January 2008

locum tenens positions as both emergency physician and hospitalist

Emergency Physician - Independent Contractor at EmCare, Medical Doctors of America, Schumacher Group

July 1995 - January 2008

locum tenens positions as both emergency physician and hospitalist

Emergency Physician - Independent Contractor at EmCare, Medical Doctors of America, Schumacher Group

July 1995 - January 2008

locum tenens positions as both emergency physician and hospitalist

Emergency Physician - Independent Contractor at EmCare, Medical Doctors of America, Schumacher Group

July 1995 - January 2008

locum tenens positions as both emergency physician and hospitalist

MD at Independent

1995 - 2008

I worked as an Emergency Medicine Resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Upon completion of a four year residency, I became Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. For a period of three years, beginning in 1997, I worked at Central Mississippi Medical Center, a tertiary care center in Jackson, MS. The first two years were as a resident "moonlighting," and then I was asked to join the group Jackson Emergency Physicians. I left CMMC to work a more flexible schedule at River Oaks Hospital, also in Jackson, MS. I was on the medical staff there through 2007. I worked for multiple locum tenens agencies, including Medical Doctors of America, The Schumacher Group, and Weathersby; these positions were all as a locums physician, allowing me to work throughout the state with great flexibility.

MD at Independent

1995 - 2008

I worked as an Emergency Medicine Resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Upon completion of a four year residency, I became Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. For a period of three years, beginning in 1997, I worked at Central Mississippi Medical Center, a tertiary care center in Jackson, MS. The first two years were as a resident "moonlighting," and then I was asked to join the group Jackson Emergency Physicians. I left CMMC to work a more flexible schedule at River Oaks Hospital, also in Jackson, MS. I was on the medical staff there through 2007. I worked for multiple locum tenens agencies, including Medical Doctors of America, The Schumacher Group, and Weathersby; these positions were all as a locums physician, allowing me to work throughout the state with great flexibility.

MD at Independent

1995 - 2008

I worked as an Emergency Medicine Resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Upon completion of a four year residency, I became Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. For a period of three years, beginning in 1997, I worked at Central Mississippi Medical Center, a tertiary care center in Jackson, MS. The first two years were as a resident "moonlighting," and then I was asked to join the group Jackson Emergency Physicians. I left CMMC to work a more flexible schedule at River Oaks Hospital, also in Jackson, MS. I was on the medical staff there through 2007. I worked for multiple locum tenens agencies, including Medical Doctors of America, The Schumacher Group, and Weathersby; these positions were all as a locums physician, allowing me to work throughout the state with great flexibility.

MD at Independent

1995 - 2008

I worked as an Emergency Medicine Resident at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Upon completion of a four year residency, I became Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. For a period of three years, beginning in 1997, I worked at Central Mississippi Medical Center, a tertiary care center in Jackson, MS. The first two years were as a resident "moonlighting," and then I was asked to join the group Jackson Emergency Physicians. I left CMMC to work a more flexible schedule at River Oaks Hospital, also in Jackson, MS. I was on the medical staff there through 2007. I worked for multiple locum tenens agencies, including Medical Doctors of America, The Schumacher Group, and Weathersby; these positions were all as a locums physician, allowing me to work throughout the state with great flexibility.

ER Doc at River Oaks Hospital

January 2001 - March 2007

ER Doc at River Oaks Hospital

January 2001 - March 2007

ER Doc at River Oaks Hospital

January 2001 - March 2007

ER Doc at River Oaks Hospital

January 2001 - March 2007

ER Doc at River Oaks Hospital

January 2001 - March 2007

ER Doc at River Oaks Hospital

January 2001 - March 2007

MD at Family Health Care Center, Voice of Calvary Ministries

November 2000 - July 2004

As a volunteer and sole physician, I supervised 3 nurse practitioners who practiced under my license. We reviewed protocols, and once a week I saw the more complex patients. I worked to obtain medications for those who were unable to purchase medications or navigate government aid programs. I supervised the nurses and office personnel while in clinic. I twisted arms to get friends to take referrals.

MD at Family Health Care Center, Voice of Calvary Ministries

November 2000 - July 2004

As a volunteer and sole physician, I supervised 3 nurse practitioners who practiced under my license. We reviewed protocols, and once a week I saw the more complex patients. I worked to obtain medications for those who were unable to purchase medications or navigate government aid programs. I supervised the nurses and office personnel while in clinic. I twisted arms to get friends to take referrals.

MD at Family Health Care Center, Voice of Calvary Ministries

November 2000 - July 2004

As a volunteer and sole physician, I supervised 3 nurse practitioners who practiced under my license. We reviewed protocols, and once a week I saw the more complex patients. I worked to obtain medications for those who were unable to purchase medications or navigate government aid programs. I supervised the nurses and office personnel while in clinic. I twisted arms to get friends to take referrals.

MD at Family Health Care Center, Voice of Calvary Ministries

November 2000 - July 2004

As a volunteer and sole physician, I supervised 3 nurse practitioners who practiced under my license. We reviewed protocols, and once a week I saw the more complex patients. I worked to obtain medications for those who were unable to purchase medications or navigate government aid programs. I supervised the nurses and office personnel while in clinic. I twisted arms to get friends to take referrals.

investor at Polyvoice

2000 - 2002

Advised principals.

investor at Polyvoice

2000 - 2002

Advised principals.

investor at Polyvoice

2000 - 2002

Advised principals.

investor at Polyvoice

2000 - 2002

Advised principals.

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Participated in fundraising .

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Contributed to fund raising efforts, charter member of the 1947 Society

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Participated in fundraising .

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Contributed to fund raising efforts, charter member of the 1947 Society

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Participated in fundraising .

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Contributed to fund raising efforts, charter member of the 1947 Society

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Participated in fundraising .

parent at St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Ridgeland, MS

1997 - 2001

Contributed to fund raising efforts, charter member of the 1947 Society

Founder at Healthscreen Inc.

June 1997 - December 1999 | Jackson, MS

With two partners, we built a mobile pulmonary testing service which became the premiere service in the US, serving clients in 48 states and Puerto Rico.

Founder at Healthscreen Co

September 1997 - January 1999

I originated the concept of a truly professional health screening company, and recruited top professionals as partners and contract clinicians. We also had a permanent staff of 40 technicians and office based personnel. I developed a revenue model, and within a year we were profitable, with revenues of several million dollars per year within 2 years. Our initial investment was a small contribution from the three original partners, and a bank loan of $25,000, paid in full from first revenues. We identified and outsourced accounting and legal help from excellent firms. We eventually conducted business in 48 states and Puerto Rico. Our medical directors had impeccable credentials. I selected equipment, refined training procedures, and hired a general manager who was incredibly competent and enthusiastic. I sold my shares to my partners, after completing my residency in Emergency Medicine. Changes in healthcare and the legal environment eventually led the partners to close the business after a very successful run of 6 years. Our employees still get together, and we were always known as an excellent place to work.

Founder at Healthscreen Co

September 1997 - January 1999

I originated the concept of a truly professional health screening company, and recruited top professionals as partners and contract clinicians. We also had a permanent staff of 40 technicians and office based personnel. I developed a revenue model, and within a year we were profitable, with revenues of several million dollars per year within 2 years. Our initial investment was a small contribution from the three original partners, and a bank loan of $25,000, paid in full from first revenues. We identified and outsourced accounting and legal help from excellent firms. We eventually conducted business in 48 states and Puerto Rico. Our medical directors had impeccable credentials. I selected equipment, refined training procedures, and hired a general manager who was incredibly competent and enthusiastic. I sold my shares to my partners, after completing my residency in Emergency Medicine. Changes in healthcare and the legal environment eventually led the partners to close the business after a very successful run of 6 years. Our employees still get together, and we were always known as an excellent place to work.

Founder at Healthscreen Co

September 1997 - January 1999

I originated the concept of a truly professional health screening company, and recruited top professionals as partners and contract clinicians. We also had a permanent staff of 40 technicians and office based personnel. I developed a revenue model, and within a year we were profitable, with revenues of several million dollars per year within 2 years. Our initial investment was a small contribution from the three original partners, and a bank loan of $25,000, paid in full from first revenues. We identified and outsourced accounting and legal help from excellent firms. We eventually conducted business in 48 states and Puerto Rico. Our medical directors had impeccable credentials. I selected equipment, refined training procedures, and hired a general manager who was incredibly competent and enthusiastic. I sold my shares to my partners, after completing my residency in Emergency Medicine. Changes in healthcare and the legal environment eventually led the partners to close the business after a very successful run of 6 years. Our employees still get together, and we were always known as an excellent place to work.

Founder at Healthscreen Co

September 1997 - January 1999

I originated the concept of a truly professional health screening company, and recruited top professionals as partners and contract clinicians. We also had a permanent staff of 40 technicians and office based personnel. I developed a revenue model, and within a year we were profitable, with revenues of several million dollars per year within 2 years. Our initial investment was a small contribution from the three original partners, and a bank loan of $25,000, paid in full from first revenues. We identified and outsourced accounting and legal help from excellent firms. We eventually conducted business in 48 states and Puerto Rico. Our medical directors had impeccable credentials. I selected equipment, refined training procedures, and hired a general manager who was incredibly competent and enthusiastic. I sold my shares to my partners, after completing my residency in Emergency Medicine. Changes in healthcare and the legal environment eventually led the partners to close the business after a very successful run of 6 years. Our employees still get together, and we were always known as an excellent place to work.

Emergency Medicine at University of Mississippi Medical Center

1995 - 1999

As a resident in Emergency Medicine at a tertiary care hospital, the largest in the state, I trained intensively in all aspects of Emergency Care, under the guidance of excellent attending physicians. This experience prepared me to obtain certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

Emergency Medicine at University of Mississippi Medical Center

1995 - 1999

As a resident in Emergency Medicine at a tertiary care hospital, the largest in the state, I trained intensively in all aspects of Emergency Care, under the guidance of excellent attending physicians. This experience prepared me to obtain certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

Emergency Medicine at University of Mississippi Medical Center

1995 - 1999

As a resident in Emergency Medicine at a tertiary care hospital, the largest in the state, I trained intensively in all aspects of Emergency Care, under the guidance of excellent attending physicians. This experience prepared me to obtain certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

Emergency Medicine at University of Mississippi Medical Center

1995 - 1999

As a resident in Emergency Medicine at a tertiary care hospital, the largest in the state, I trained intensively in all aspects of Emergency Care, under the guidance of excellent attending physicians. This experience prepared me to obtain certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

Locum Tenens ED at EmCare

December 1999 - December 1999

Locum Tenens ED at EmCare

December 1999

Locum Tenens ED at EmCare

December 1999

Locum Tenens ED at EmCare

December 1999

Locum Tenens ED at EmCare

December 1999

Locum Tenens ED at EmCare

December 1999

CEO & Founder at I Think Corporation: Chief Operating Officer

September 2009

Shift at Partner, Jackson Emergency Physician/ Resident prior to that for 2 years

M.D at Voice of Calvary Family Health Center

CEO & Founder at I Think Corporation: Chief Operating Officer

September 2009

Shift at Partner, Jackson Emergency Physician/ Resident prior to that for 2 years

M.D at Voice of Calvary Family Health Center

CEO & Founder at I Think Corporation: Chief Operating Officer

September 2009

Shift at Partner, Jackson Emergency Physician/ Resident prior to that for 2 years

M.D at Voice of Calvary Family Health Center

CEO & Founder at I Think Corporation: Chief Operating Officer

September 2009

Shift at Partner, Jackson Emergency Physician/ Resident prior to that for 2 years

M.D at Voice of Calvary Family Health Center

CEO & Founder at I Think Corporation: Chief Operating Officer

September 2009

Shift at Partner, Jackson Emergency Physician/ Resident prior to that for 2 years

M.D at Voice of Calvary Family Health Center

Founder at iThink Corporation

September 2011

Partner at MEDPIX LLC

2011

We develop software solutions for analysis and transmission of medical images.

CEO and Entrepreneur at iThink Corporation

September 2009

Directed operations, hired personnel, raised capital, directed outsourcing.

Entrepreneur Development Program and the Strategic Biomass Renewal Division at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009

Although I am working on the initial stages of a waste to energy project with the advice of Dr. Sumesh Arora, head of the Strategic Biomass Renewal program, I am mentored by the Entrepreneur Development Program as I move forward with iThink Corporation. MTA has provided a large network of contacts and a wealth of learning activities.

Sustaining Member at Junior League of Jackson, MS

1991

This is a volunteer organization which is extremely successful in effecting positive change in our community. I have worked on a variety of projects, including arts, League historian, and renovation of a halfway house for women.

Founder at iThink Corporation

September 2011

Partner at MEDPIX LLC

2011

We develop software solutions for analysis and transmission of medical images.

CEO and Entrepreneur at iThink Corporation

September 2009

Directed operations, hired personnel, raised capital, directed outsourcing.

Entrepreneur Development Program and the Strategic Biomass Renewal Division at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009

Although I am working on the initial stages of a waste to energy project with the advice of Dr. Sumesh Arora, head of the Strategic Biomass Renewal program, I am mentored by the Entrepreneur Development Program as I move forward with iThink Corporation. MTA has provided a large network of contacts and a wealth of learning activities.

Sustaining Member at Junior League of Jackson, MS

1991

This is a volunteer organization which is extremely successful in effecting positive change in our community. I have worked on a variety of projects, including arts, League historian, and renovation of a halfway house for women.

Founder at iThink Corporation

September 2011

Partner at MEDPIX LLC

2011

We develop software solutions for analysis and transmission of medical images.

CEO and Entrepreneur at iThink Corporation

September 2009

Directed operations, hired personnel, raised capital, directed outsourcing.

Entrepreneur Development Program and the Strategic Biomass Renewal Division at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009

Although I am working on the initial stages of a waste to energy project with the advice of Dr. Sumesh Arora, head of the Strategic Biomass Renewal program, I am mentored by the Entrepreneur Development Program as I move forward with iThink Corporation. MTA has provided a large network of contacts and a wealth of learning activities.

Sustaining Member at Junior League of Jackson, MS

1991

This is a volunteer organization which is extremely successful in effecting positive change in our community. I have worked on a variety of projects, including arts, League historian, and renovation of a halfway house for women.

Founder at iThink Corporation

September 2011

Partner at MEDPIX LLC

2011

We develop software solutions for analysis and transmission of medical images.

CEO and Entrepreneur at iThink Corporation

September 2009

Directed operations, hired personnel, raised capital, directed outsourcing.

Entrepreneur Development Program and the Strategic Biomass Renewal Division at Mississippi Technology Alliance

2009

Although I am working on the initial stages of a waste to energy project with the advice of Dr. Sumesh Arora, head of the Strategic Biomass Renewal program, I am mentored by the Entrepreneur Development Program as I move forward with iThink Corporation. MTA has provided a large network of contacts and a wealth of learning activities.

Sustaining Member at Junior League of Jackson, MS

1991

This is a volunteer organization which is extremely successful in effecting positive change in our community. I have worked on a variety of projects, including arts, League historian, and renovation of a halfway house for women.

CEO & Founder at I Think Corporation: Chief Operating Officer

September 2009

Shift at Partner, Jackson Emergency Physician/ Resident prior to that for 2 years

M.D at Voice of Calvary Family Health Center

Karen B. Shackelford MD's Education

University of Mississippi Medical Center

1991 – 1995

Doctor of Medicine

Concentration: Medicine

Activities: Various volunteer projects.


Millsaps College

1988 – 1991

Bachelor of Science

Concentration: Psychology

Activities: Varsity Tennis


International School of Brussels


Karen B. Shackelford MD's Interests & Activities

Social justice, medicine, technology and computer science. Art, food, literature. Skiing, tennis, swimming.

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