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Pauline Tippett

Program Coordinator

  • Trauma Surgery Fellowship
  • Trauma Research Fellowship

About living in Michigan:

I'm originally from St. Louis, Missouri. I came to Michigan at the age of 1 because my father's job with General Motors transferred him to Michigan.

Education:

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
University of Michigan-Flint

    What do you like most about working with learners?

    Their energy and fresh outlook on medicine and clinical practices.

    Family?

    My husband, of 32 years, and I live in Flushing, Mich. We have two married sons. One is a high school math teacher and lives in South Bend, Ind., along with his beautiful wife and precious 8-month old son. My other son is an emergency medicine resident physician in Jackson, Mich. He and his lovely wife have two adorable boys, a 3-year old and a 5-month old. When all nine of us are together, it is a treasured time full of laughter, joy and long-lasting memories.

    When you're not working, what do you do for fun?

    I like to go camping with my family. My husband and I also fitness walk and bicycle. I enjoy reading and shopping.

    Favorite aspect of Hurley?

    I love the culture at Hurley. I feel like I am part of a bigger family and am proud of the community we service.

    Toughest challenge?

    I set very high standards for myself, and sometimes perfectionism can get in the way of accomplishing the tasks at hand. I have learned that not everything has to be perfect as I see it, and opening my mind to others' ideas can accomplish many team goals successfully.

    Favorites:

    • Movie: Wizard of Oz
    • Day out: I love to eat at Zehnder's in Frankenmuth and take in the whole experience and beauty of this German community.
    • Weekend trip: My favorite place to relax is Frankfort, Mich. This is near the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, which is breathtaking. The atmosphere in northern Michigan is very calming and tranquil.

    Top 5 Favorites about living in the Flint area/Michigan:

    • The Great Lakes
    • Change of Seasons
    • This is where most of my family lives
    • You can have big city experiences or quiet woods surroundings all in the same state
    • The universities and cultural area in Flint

    Hobbies:

    I like to do crafts and always love a challenge of trying a new craft, whether it be sweatshirt painting, cross stitch, embroidery, or wreath-making. My latest passion is making digital scrapbooks. I enjoy taking photos from family trips or special occasions such as weddings or showers and arranging them digitally with stickers, quotes, etc. in a photo album. This is a great way to remember wonderful experiences and share them with the family.

    Favorite way to keep work-life balance manageable:

    I enjoy exercising with my husband, whether it be fitness-walking, hiking, bicycling, or kayaking. This is a good way to relieve any stress from the day and give us a good chance to catch up with each other about what is going on in our daily lives.