Dr. Sharon

My goal is to give information in a way that is informative, but entertaining and thought provoking. I want to hear the laughter, see the tears, and feel the energy that will drive people to do something about their lives—whether that’s health, self-esteem, or motivation.

"Your health today is the reflection of your lifestyle choices yesterday" 

The Beginning

A small town girl from Kannapolis, North Carolina, Dr. Sharon Allison-Ottey ’95 (fondly known as Dr. Sharon) found her passion for medicine in a book she read as a child. “According to my father, from an early age of five or six—it depends on what day he’s telling the story—I knew I was going to be a doctor. He tells anyone who will listen that he bought a big ABC book for me and that when I saw that ‘D’ was for dog, but also doctor, I proclaimed that this was what I was going to be when I grew up,” said Dr. Sharon. Her love for medicine has helped her make a career in health, motivational speaking, and inspirational greeting cards that offer “health moments.”

"Take care of your body. It's the only one you have to live." 

Changing the Face of Medicine!

Dr. Allison-Ottey has been humbled by the National Library of Medicine/ American Medical Woman’s Association’s designation as a Local Legend in Medicine and her inclusion in national exhibits. She continues to receive national and state recognition for her work and passion and in 2010, 2008 and 2004; She continues to receive awards, accommodations and accolades for her tireless work in her fields.

2002 The youngest to ever receive the Scroll of Merit of the NMA.

2004, 2008, & 2010 Dr. Sharon received National and state recognition for her work and passion.

2006 The Council Award from the Council on the Concerns of Women Physicians

Top 100 Women in Maryland

2011 Top 100 Women in Maryland’s Circle of Excellence

2012 Honored by East Carolina University as an “Outstanding Alumni” Award recipient.

Sharon Denise Allison-Ottey, MD one of the nation’s most influential physicians and health as a media personality with a presence in television, social media, radio and print.

Dr. Allison-Ottey has appeared on numerous local and national television programs. She co-hosted a popular radio program for several years and is a frequent guest on nationally syndicated and regional/local radio programs nationwide.

"Celebrate every win no matter how small." 
Sharon D. Allison-Ottey, MD. Keynote Speaker, Influencer North Carolina Central University Alumni
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She is able to bridge the gap between live events and webinars/virtual sessions and has a “knack” for keeping audiences engaged and compelled in any format.

She has written articles for and been quoted and interviewed by several print publications including Redbook, Essence, Heart and Soul, Gospel Today magazine, Jet, Ebony, USA Today, Black Enterprise, The Wall Street Journal, and numerous other media outlets. Because of the colorful and “down to earth” manner in which she addresses health, and relationships and offers motivation; Dr. Allison-Ottey is a well-recognized and requested speaker for conferences, universities/schools, churches, corporations, community groups, and a host of other outlets.

"Wake up every day with the thought that something amazing is about to happen." 

Top Selling Author

Dr. Allison-Ottey’s best-selling author introduced a new genre to the world of fiction, “fiction with a purpose” with her first novel, “All I Ever Did Was Love a Man. Followed by nonfiction self-help books entitled, Is That Fried Chicken Wing Worth It?” Additionally, she created a full greeting card line, “Cards by Dr. Sharon.” She is the founder and host of the “Beautiful Woman Inside and Out” conferences and truly makes an impact in the lives of women and their families. 

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