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The Interview: Yvonne Carter

The associate professor in thoracic surgery says not only did her mother influence her career choice, but was also the person to drive home the importance of a good education.

Dr. Yvonne Carter is an assistant professor in thoracic surgery at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. (Becca Schwartz/UNLV)

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