Susan Byrd, MHRD
Senior Vice President, People
March 31, 2017
We hear a lot these days about STEM education—an interdisciplinary, applied approach to teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The rise of women in STEM careers is notable, too. So, as Women’s History Month draws to a close, we decided to look to the future being built right now by some of the women at SpecialtyCare who pursued careers in science and are responsible for our clinical education and training programs today. Each has had a unique journey that includes education, choices, gumption, and surprises. They actively honed their interests and cultivated their talents to reach their current roles, and they continue to apply their strengths toward additional growth for themselves and others—men and women alike.
Linda Mongero, Director of Education and Clinical Performance, is a perfusionist who has always enjoyed exploring the natural sciences. The field of cardiovascular perfusion opened the doors for her to discover her strengths as the director of clinical perfusion at a major medical center, clinical instructor at several perfusion schools, officer of professional organizations, and author of numerous research articles.


