Account #17

Account #17

Loops and Circles

Editor’s Note: Joyful moments experienced during training and in practice. I attended medical school at a prestigious medical institution. During one of our lectures, a medical specialist showed us a film of patients who were afflicted with a commonly recognized...
Account #15

Account #15

Career Altering Experiences

Editor’s Note: An adverse incident early in a career created a greater awareness of the essence of professional relationships. Trust no one, male or female, even when initial impressions are positive. Keep an open mind about professional relationships but don’t let...
Account #14

Account #14

Cautionary Tales

Editor’s Note:  A cautionary tale for those early in their careers.  I began my career as an allied health professional.  I aspired for more professional challenge and became an orthopedic surgeon.  I completed a fellowship in a specialty area with few females at that...
Account #13

Account #13

Career Altering Experiences

Editor’s Note: Here are many valuable pearls. I had no intention of going to medical school. I was an engineer by training with a focus on bioengineering and materials science. Someone along the way told me “You talk too much” to fit the mold of an engineer. I was...
Account #12

Account #12

Winning Philosophy

Editor’s Note:  This account reflects the value of positivity applied to life and career.  If you dream it, it will come true.  I am a “sunny glass half full” sort of person.  I spin the negatives into positives. I first dreamt about becoming an orthopedic surgeon at...