Let’s talk a little bit about health equity and my experiences related to health equity. First of all, what is health equity? In a report designed to increase consensus around meaning of health equity, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) provides the following definition: “Health equity means that everyone has a fair and just opportunity […]
Residency: Is It Possible to Have Fun?
Residency is hard. PERIOD. It doesn’t matter what specialty you decide to pursue; each program has its unique challenges and there’s a huge learning curve. In fact, you’re learning your trade over several years. It takes time and experience. But it’s not all bad! In fact, I really do enjoy residency. There are good days […]
Hope in the New Year
This new year, I am feeling hopeful. I feel there is promise. I am so grateful for our scientists. I am so grateful for the advancements in medicine. I believe in science and I sure do believe in medicine. What a career path I have chosen to exemplify both! What a year 2020 has been—a […]
