- Title/Role: MD, Internal Medicine Resident Physician
- PGY: PGY-3
- Program/Location: Internal Medicine at MedStar Health Georgetown University, Baltimore
What inspired you to pursue a career in healthcare?
As a child, I loved challenges. My childhood was shaped by the awareness that there were very few healthcare professionals in my family, which naturally drew me toward the field. I thought it would be incredible to challenge myself by exploring my interest in healthcare, especially as the first person in my family to pursue it. The more I immersed myself, the more I fell in love with the science of the human body.
What has helped you succeed at MedStar Health?
MedStar Health has been such a great place to grow. It’s the kind of environment that lets you explore your interests while building a solid foundation—kind of like chocolate agar for fastidious bacteria (my infectious disease brain couldn’t resist). The people are genuinely kind, and that has made all the difference for me.
What's something that most people may not understand about medical training?
One thing I’ve learned is that medicine will humble you no matter what stage you’re in. There’s always something new to learn. Maybe that’s why we call it “practice”—the more you do it, the more you grow.
What ways do you prioritize your wellbeing and/or help your colleagues do the same?
My biggest goal is to be kind—to patients, to colleagues, and to myself. We’re all figuring things out together, and I try to take each day as it comes. I also make sure that we are all well fed and hydrated.
What would be your top piece of advice for other residents and fellows?
If I had to give one piece of advice, it would be this: wherever you are, be fully there. Be present.
What do you envision for the future of medicine in the United States? How do you see yourself in that future?
I’m now pursuing a fellowship in infectious disease at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. With all the new medications that can create different immunocompromised states, I’m excited to be part of a team that helps tackle rare and emerging infections.
