MATERNAL COLLAPSE AND THE ROLE OF PERIMORTEM CAESAREAN

Dr Sharon Foo graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from University College London (UK) in 2009. Her current clinical practice encompasses all aspects of obstetrics and gynaecology, with a particular interest in high-risk obstetrics, operative obstetrics, peri-partum, and maternal medicine.

Dr Foo is actively involved in multi-disciplinary obstetrics simulation training. Initially, she facilitated programmes for OBGYN-centric teams, later expanding and refining the programme for Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine physicians. Combining her interest in simulation training and operative obstetrics, she developed an instrumental simulation training workshop focused on clinical decision-making and safe operative techniques.

Passionate about global health initiatives, Dr Foo is dedicated to expanding the understanding and impact of global health on everyday medical practice, as well as identifying opportunities for research and development. She has been an integral part of a multi-disciplinary medical mission team, conducting healthcare professional training in obstetrics emergencies and resuscitation. Dr Foo has spearheaded multiple mission trips to Kampong Chnang, Cambodia.

In addition to her clinical commitments, Dr Foo has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students at Yong Loo Lin, Duke-NUS, and Lee Kong Chian Medical Schools. She also serves as a Physician Faculty member for PGY1s. Dr Foo is deeply invested in creating awareness and discourse on workplace culture and promoting positive workplace behaviour through The GRACE Movement.

Dr Foo is also engaged in research aimed at improving maternal and neonatal outcomes, with a particular focus on studies that impact daily clinical practice. She believes that medicine is an art and that life-long learning is essential to honing one's craft. Beyond didactic teaching, she strives to impart critical thinking skills to her learners and provide them with the tools to examine evidence and assimilate information independently.

Beyond imparting knowledge, Dr Foo aims to encourage personal growth and character development. She values integrity, teamwork, and kindness towards others and oneself.