Shannon Son, MD
Assistant Professor, OB-GYN-Maternal Fetal Medicine
Medical School
- MD, University of Washington School of Medicine (2014)
Graduate School
- MSCI, University of Utah (2021)
Undergraduate School
- BS, University of Arizona (AZ) (2010)
Residency
- University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program, Chief Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology (2018)
Fellowships
- University of Utah Program, Maternal and Fetal Medicine (2021)
Languages
EnglishDepartment
OB-GYN-Maternal Fetal MedicineProfessional Titles
- Assistant Professor of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Research Interests
My research interests include Adult Congenital Heart Disease in the setting of Pregnancy, fetal anomalies, and fetal growth restriction. My thesis project for Maternal-Fetal Medicine fellowship investigated the association between pregnancy and long-term cardiac events in individuals with congenital heart disease.Publications
- Son SL, Guiahi M, Heyborne KD. Historical and clinical factors associated with positive urine toxicology screening on labor and delivery. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2018 Sep;228:261-266. PubMed PMID: 30041147
- Son SL, Benson AE, Hart Hayes E, Subramaniam A, Clark EAS, Einerson BD. Outpatient Cervical Ripening: A Cost-Minimization and Threshold Analysis. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Feb;37(3):245-251. PubMed PMID: 31430827
- Son SL, Allshouse AA, Heinrichs GA, Garite TJ, Silver RM, Wapner RJ, Grobman WA, Chung JH, Mercer BM, Metz TD. Is Exposure to Intrapartum Prostaglandins for Labor Induction Associated with a Lower Incidence of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome?. Am J Perinatol. 2021 Aug;38(10):993-998. PubMed PMID: 33934327
- Debbink MP, Son SL, Woodward PJ, Kennedy AM. Sonographic Assessment of Fetal Growth Abnormalities. Radiographics. 2021 Jan-Feb;41(1):268-288. PubMed PMID: 33337968
- Goyal N, Herrick JS, Son S, Metz TD, Shah RU. Maternal cardiovascular complications at the time of delivery and subsequent re-hospitalization in the USA, 2010-16. Eur Heart J Qual Care Clin Outcomes. 2021 May 3;7(3):304-311. PubMed PMID: 31626292
- Son SL, Allshouse AA, Page JM, Debbink MP, Pinar H, Reddy U, Gibbins KJ, Stoll BJ, Parker CB, Dudley DJ, Varner MW, Silver RM. Stillbirth and fetal anomalies: secondary analysis of a case-control study. BJOG. 2021 Jan;128(2):252-258. PubMed PMID: 32946651
- Son, SL, Hosek, LL, Stein, MC, Allshouse AA, Catino AB, Hoskoppal AK, Cox DA, Whitehead KJ, Lindsay IA, Esplin, S, Metz, TD. Association between pregnancy and long-term cardiac outcomes in people with congenital heart disease. American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2021.
- Son SL, Hosek LL, Stein MC, Allshouse AA, Catino AB, Hoskoppal AK, Cox DA, Whitehead KJ, Lindsay IM, Esplin S, Metz TD. Association between pregnancy and long-term cardiac outcomes in individuals with congenital heart disease. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Jul 28. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 34331895
- Son SL, Allshouse AA, Heinrichs GA, Garite TJ, Silver RM, Wapner RJ, Grobman WA, Chung JH, Mercer BM, Metz TD. Is Exposure to Intrapartum Prostaglandins for Labor Induction Associated with a Lower Incidence of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome?. Am J Perinatol. 2021 Aug;38(10):993-998. PubMed PMID: 33934327
- Gilner J, Kansal N, Biggio JR, Delaney S, Grotegut CA, Hardy E, Hirshberg A, Kachikis A, LaCourse SM, Martin J, Metz TD, Miller ES, Norton ME, Sinkey R, Sobhani NC, Son SL, Srinivas S, Tita A, Werner EF, Hughes BL. Universal SARS-CoV-2 testing for obstetric inpatient units across the United States. Clin Infect Dis. 2021 Nov 17. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 34791093
- Workalemahu T, Dalton S, Son SL, Allshouse A, Carey AZ, Page JM, Blue NR, Thorsten V, Goldenberg RL, Pinar H, Reddy UM, Silver RM. Copy number variants and fetal structural abnormalities in stillborn fetuses: A secondary analysis of the Stillbirth Collaborative Research Network study. BJOG. 2024 Jan;131(2):157-162. PubMed PMID: 37264725
- Jepson BM, Metz TD, Miller TA, Son SL, Ou Z, Presson AP, Nance A, Pinto NM. Pregnancy loss in major fetal congenital heart disease: incidence, risk factors and timing. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2023 Jul;62(1):75-87. PubMed PMID: 37099500
- Bridges AG, Allshouse AA, Canfield DR, Grover BW, Son SL, Einerson BD, Silver RM, Haas DM, Grobman WA, Simhan HN, Day RC, Blue NR. Association of Prostaglandin Use for Cervical Ripening with Mode of Delivery in Small for Gestational Age versus Non-Small for Gestational Age Neonates. Am J Perinatol. 2022 Sep 16. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed PMID: 35863371
- Gilner J, Kansal N, Biggio JR, Delaney S, Grotegut CA, Hardy E, Hirshberg A, Kachikis A, LaCourse SM, Martin J, Metz TD, Miller ES, Norton ME, Sinkey R, Sobhani NC, Son SL, Srinivas S, Tita A, Werner EF, Hughes BL. Universal Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Testing for Obstetric Inpatient Units Across the United States. Clin Infect Dis. 2022 Aug 24;75(1):e322-e328. PubMed PMID: 34791093
- Son SL, Hosek LL, Stein MC, Allshouse AA, Catino AB, Hoskoppal AK, Cox DA, Whitehead KJ, Lindsay IM, Esplin S, Metz TD. Association between pregnancy and long-term cardiac outcomes in individuals with congenital heart disease. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2022 Jan;226(1):124.e1-124.e8. PubMed PMID: 34331895
- Son SL, Allshouse AA, Heinrichs GA, Garite TJ, Silver RM, Wapner RJ, Grobman WA, Chung JH, Mercer BM, Metz TD. Is Exposure to Intrapartum Prostaglandins for Labor Induction Associated with a Lower Incidence of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome?. Am J Perinatol. 2021 Aug;38(10):993-998. PubMed PMID: 33934327
- Son SL, Allshouse AA, Page JM, Debbink MP, Pinar H, Reddy U, Gibbins KJ, Stoll BJ, Parker CB, Dudley DJ, Varner MW, Silver RM. Stillbirth and fetal anomalies: secondary analysis of a case-control study. BJOG. 2021 Jan;128(2):252-258. PubMed PMID: 32946651
- Debbink MP, Son SL, Woodward PJ, Kennedy AM. Sonographic Assessment of Fetal Growth Abnormalities. Radiographics. 2021 Jan-Feb;41(1):268-288. PubMed PMID: 33337968
- Son SL, Benson AE, Hart Hayes E, Subramaniam A, Clark EAS, Einerson BD. Outpatient Cervical Ripening: A Cost-Minimization and Threshold Analysis. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Feb;37(3):245-251. PubMed PMID: 31430827
- Goyal N, Herrick JS, Son S, Metz TD, Shah RU. Maternal cardiovascular complications at the time of delivery and subsequent re-hospitalization in the USA, 2010-16. Eur Heart J Qual Care Clin Outcomes. 2021 May 3;7(3):304-311. PubMed PMID: 31626292
- Son SL, Guiahi M, Heyborne KD. Historical and clinical factors associated with positive urine toxicology screening on labor and delivery. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2018 Sep;228:261-266. PubMed PMID: 30041147
Professional Memberships
- Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Member
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Member
Practice Locations
CU John C. Hobbins Perinatal Center1875 Lawrence Street
Suite 350
Denver, CO 80202
303-315-6100
Children's Hospital Colorado North Campus
469 State Highway 7
Broomfield, CO 80023
720-478-5000
UCHealth Maternal-Fetal Medicine Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd Fl
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-1060
CU Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology - Central Park
3055 Roslyn St
Suite 230
Denver, CO 80238
720-553-2850
Denver Health
777 Bannock St
Denver, CO 80204
303-436-6000
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Denver Health Medical Center
- Children's Hospital Colorado
Center Affiliations
Specialty Information
Specialties- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Board Certification (2019, 2023)
- Maternal and Fetal Medicine, Board Certification (2023, 2023)
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Board Certification (2019)
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Board Certification in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Board Certification (2023)
- Pregnancy and Reproduction
- Pregnancy and Reproduction - High-Risk Pregnancy
- Pregnancy and Reproduction - Maternal and Fetal Health
- Pregnancy and Reproduction - Prenatal Care
- Pregnancy and Reproduction - Prenatal Testing
- Pregnancy and Reproduction - Childbirth
Clinical Interests
While I enjoy all areas of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, some of my specific clinical interests include Adult Congenital Heart Disease, multifetal gestations (twins, and higher-order multiples), complex deliveries (breech extraction of the second twin, operative vaginal delivery), and caring for pregnant people living with HIV.
Care Philosophy
In Maternal-Fetal Medicine, optimizing medical care takes not only being an expert in the field but also understanding that complicated pregnancies are not just a "medical issue". I strive to work as a team with my patients (and their families) to ensure that the plan we make together works for them. I strive to provide patient centered care with an understanding that every patient and their family is unique, and the same plan doesn't work for every person. I prioritize equitable care for all people regardless of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and other circumstances that make each of us unique. Patients should always feel that they have a voice and it is my goal to ensure that they feel heard and feel central in all plans that we make together.
While I enjoy all areas of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, some of my specific clinical interests include Adult Congenital Heart Disease, multifetal gestations (twins, and higher-order multiples), complex deliveries (breech extraction of the second twin, operative vaginal delivery), and caring for pregnant people living with HIV.
Care Philosophy
In Maternal-Fetal Medicine, optimizing medical care takes not only being an expert in the field but also understanding that complicated pregnancies are not just a "medical issue". I strive to work as a team with my patients (and their families) to ensure that the plan we make together works for them. I strive to provide patient centered care with an understanding that every patient and their family is unique, and the same plan doesn't work for every person. I prioritize equitable care for all people regardless of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and other circumstances that make each of us unique. Patients should always feel that they have a voice and it is my goal to ensure that they feel heard and feel central in all plans that we make together.
Personal Interests
I grew up in Alaska and first moved to Colorado for my residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Being outdoors has been a part of my life since I was born and these days, in my spare time, I enjoy hiking and camping with my husband, kiddos, and two dogs.
Volunteer Activities
Outside of medicine, I volunteer with a local dog rescue. Both of my pups started as fosters and became family.
Public Speaking
Yes
The long-term affects of pregnancy on people with congenital heart disease
I grew up in Alaska and first moved to Colorado for my residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Being outdoors has been a part of my life since I was born and these days, in my spare time, I enjoy hiking and camping with my husband, kiddos, and two dogs.
Volunteer Activities
Outside of medicine, I volunteer with a local dog rescue. Both of my pups started as fosters and became family.
Public Speaking
Yes
The long-term affects of pregnancy on people with congenital heart disease