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Sharon L. Fillerup, M.D.

            Obstetrics & Gynecology       

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Dr. Practice Philosophy

Dr. Fillerup has a commitment to provide the service of quality obsteteric and gynecological care.  To treat each patient with respect, kindness, and to meet each individual's needs.

Dr. Fillerup and her staff seek to improve the quality of life for both long and short term of each patient.  "We strive to have a personal relationship with each patient and to help educate them with their needs.  Our goal is to treat each patient the way we ourselves would like to be treated, medically and personally."

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Areas of Expertise
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All Aspects of Obstetrics

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Gynecology

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Specializes in Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
 

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Education and Training
 
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B.S., Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah.  Botany and Range Sciences. 1974-1977, 1979-80

Honors: Academic Scholarship, Chosen by U.S. Government for Student Trainee as Range Conservationist for U.S. Forest Service.

Extracurricular Activities: Youth Group Leader, Church Leadership Positions
 

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A.S., Sheridan College, Sheridan, Wyoming.  1982.   Dental Hygiene

Honors: Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society, Dean's Honor Roll, two years.  Thorn Ridder Award for scholastic achievement.

Extracurricular Activities: Community Choir, Community Soccer Team, Youth Program Volunteer, Member American Dental Hygiene Association.
 

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M.D., University of Utah College of Medicine, Salt Lake City, Utah. 1987-1991

Honors:   Freshman clinical diagnosis course

Third Year:    Clinical rotation in plastic surgery, urology.

Fourth Year:     Clinical rotation in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. Gertrude Linn trust scholarship for scholastic achievement.

Extracurricular Activities:   Third year class president.  Member of the America Medical Student Association.
 

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High School, Cody High School, Cody, Wyoming 1970-1974

Honors: Agronomy - First place at State Meet

Extracurricular Activities: Cross Country Skiing - Qualified as a member of the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team
 

bulletPost Doctoral Training
 
bullet Internship:  LDS Hospital, Internal Medicine, Salt Lake City, Utah 1991-1992.
 
bullet Residency:  Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas.  1992-96, Obstetrics and Gynecology.

In October 1992 I was hit by a truck while riding my bicycle. Due to injuries I lost eight months. This accounts for the late completion of my residency.

Verification may be obtained by contacting Robert Messer, M.D., Chairman of the Department at (806) 743-2295.
 
bullet Employment
 
bullet 1974-1980    United States Forest Service (Summer Employment) Youth conservation camp leader - Worland, Wyoming. Range Conservationist - Heber City, Utah and Fillmore, Utah
 
bullet 1981-1982    Emergency Medical Technician II, Community 911 Ambulance Service - Sheridan, Wyoming
 
bullet 1983-1987   Dental Hygienist - Seattle, Washington
 
bullet 1996-Present    Physician in OB/GYN Department, Tanner Clinic,  2121 North 1700 West, Layton, Utah
 
bulletMedical Licensure
bulletUtah Physician and Surgeon
bulletBoard Certification
bulletAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
bulletProfessional Society Memberships
bulletAmerican Medical Association
bulletUtah Medical Association
bulletSociety Pelvic Reconstructive Surgeons
bulletHospital Affiliations
bulletDavis Hospital and Medical Center, Layton, Utah.
bullet Other Activities
bullet 1972   Archaeological dig in Israel, sponsored by the Smithsonian Institute
bullet 1977-1979   Missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.   Tallahassee, Florida
bullet 1983-1987   Climbed Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, Mt. Adams
bullet 2001-2006   LOTOJA Bicycle ride - Logan, Utah to Jackson Hole, Wyoming
bullet 2000    Humanitarian Work in Brazil, South America
bullet 2002    Humanitarian Work in Mali, Africa
bullet 2003    Humanitarian Work in Mali, Africa
bullet 2003    Humanitarina Work in Bolivia, South America
bullet 2004    Humanitarian Work in Mali, Africa
bullet 2005    Humanitarian Work in Mali, Africa
bullet 2005    Humanitarian Work in Mongolia
bullet 2006    Humanitarian Work in Ghana, Africa

 

bullet Personal Information

Dr. Fillerup's outside interests and hobbies include: climbing, cross-country skiing, biking, and going to the ballet and symphony. 

Dr. Fillerup is very active and ambitious, she has been involved in many activities including:  Archaeological Dig in Israel (Sponsored by the Smithsonian Institute), served a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Tallahassee, Florida, and climbed Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, and Mt. Adams.  She has also done humanitarian work.

 

 

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