Editor’s Note: This is a story from “both sides of the fence.” “I nailed it when I picked orthopaedics, for sure.” Let me tell you why I feel this way. Just before beginning medical school, I worked at a fitness center. A client I worked with had not progressed...
Editor’s Note: This is the first account where adding a title has been a challenge. It could fit under “Career Altering Experiences”, “Staying True to Values”, “Crimes”, or “Resilience.” The courage shown here is exemplary, especially for someone in such an early...
Editor’s Note: This account makes the case for getting board-certification testing done on the usual schedule if at all possible. “I failed Part I of the orthopaedic board examinations.” I married a non-physician shortly after finishing medical school. I became one...
Editor’s Note: Here is a valuable “must read” for anyone in orthopaedic practice. “I was a member of the perfect private practice.” The partners meshed nicely, the support staff was stable, we had a strong hold on the community and a valued mentor of mine had...
Editor’s Note: This is an uplifting account about an orthopaedic surgeon who found her passion and experiences joy through her work. “When I was young and my parents went to the doctor, I would ask them what the doctor said to them. They often replied, ‘I don’t...
Editor’s Note: This account demonstrates the power of determination to achieve life’s goals, at any age! “I began my orthopaedic practice at age 47.” My first career was as a computer programmer after having been a math major in college. I met my husband while doing...
