Jhaymee Tynan, one of In Vivo’s 2020 Rising Leaders, did not initially pursue a career in health care. After graduating from Virginia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in finance, insurance and business law, she aspired to work in banking. However, Tynan realized that while she enjoyed elements of the work, it did not offer her what she was looking for long-term. “I enjoyed working with people and solving problems, but I wanted a different lifestyle and work-life balance, and also wanted to be able to make an impact on people,” Tynan recalled in an exclusive interview.
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Jhaymee Tynan Talks About Patient Care In 2020 And Promoting Diversity
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