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...
Editor’s Note: This is a gut-wrenching story about memories and feelings surrounding a profound personal loss. “My husband and I carefully planned the timing of our first pregnancy.” I was a third-year orthopaedic resident in a very small program. When I became...
Editor’s Note: This account describes a unique and idyllic training experience and professional life. “I have been so lucky!” My dad is an orthopaedic surgeon. As a kid, I was impressed with how much joy he derived from his job, how hard he worked and how he was...
Editor’s Note: This account describes a courageous struggle with an affliction that can take the life of young people, especially women. “I had a serious eating disorder which began in college when I was a Division One athlete. There was significant stress, and I had...
Editor’s Note: This account is filled with wise and valuable observations that can benefit those in training and in practice. “I never felt gender bias was personally aimed at me, so I was able to ignore it.” I can truthfully say after a career of over three...
Editor’s Note: This storyteller told me I was catching her on a “down day.” Based on the description of the contributing issues, I suspect this is not an uncommon feeling among those who practice orthopaedic surgery at present. “I am feeling ‘under’:...
