Monica Wehby

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Dr. Monica Wehby

American neurosurgeon and politician

Monica Wehby

Name	Monica Wehby
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Birth date	May 7, 1962
Birth place	Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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Occupation	Neurosurgeon, Politician
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Known for	2014 United States Senate election in Oregon
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Monica Wehby (born May 7, 1962) is an American neurosurgeon and politician. She is known for her candidacy in the 2014 United States Senate election in Oregon as a member of the Republican Party.

Early life and education

Monica Wehby was born in Nashville, Tennessee. She attended University of Notre Dame, where she earned her undergraduate degree. She then went on to receive her medical degree from the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Following her medical education, Wehby completed her residency in neurosurgery at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Medical career

Wehby has had a distinguished career as a neurosurgeon. She has worked at various medical institutions and has been involved in numerous medical organizations. Her work primarily focuses on pediatric neurosurgery, and she has been recognized for her contributions to the field.

Political career

Monica Wehby entered the political arena as a candidate for the 2014 United States Senate election in Oregon. She ran as a Republican and campaigned on issues such as healthcare reform, economic growth, and education. Despite a vigorous campaign, she was defeated by the incumbent, Jeff Merkley.

Personal life

Wehby resides in Portland, Oregon. She has been involved in various community activities and continues to practice medicine alongside her political interests.

See also

• 2014 United States Senate election in Oregon
• Republican Party (United States)
• Neurosurgery