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A Physician's Most Important Teachers, Rachel Pray
A Physician's Most Important Teachers, Rachel Pray
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I hope to never lose sight of the reasons why I became a physician: to make deep, real connections with patients while they may be going through one of the worst or most uncertain time of their lives - offering comfort and expertise to ease their worries - and to assist them in becoming the best, healthiest, happiest versions of themselves. Remembering my "why" has helped me overcome the struggles and trials of medical school, and I will continue to hold it close to me throughout my medical career.
On Conflict, Brenden Huynh
On Conflict, Brenden Huynh
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Conflict
In the past, I’ve always been one to avoid conflict. Conflict always had a negative connotation in my mind. I did whatever I could to avoid it. Because of my aversion to conflict, I have had to compromise my time and my efforts in numerous situations. I’ve held my tongue to prevent problems; but sometimes, this would lead to even more. This has affected me all my life, whether its a friend who said something I wasn’t fond of or a waitress that messed up my order, I almost never said anything simply to avoid conflict. Last year, I …
The Power Of Conflict—A Clinical Example, Mara Seat
The Power Of Conflict—A Clinical Example, Mara Seat
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A clinical experience with a hard conversation about the importance of vaccination. Tough conversations are often the most important.
The Power In Learning From Others, Samantha Sostorecz
The Power Of Conflict, Rajvir S. Thind
The Asymmetrical Balance Of Medicine, Tabitha Xia-Zhu
The Asymmetrical Balance Of Medicine, Tabitha Xia-Zhu
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The Asymmetrical Balance of Medicine is a visual representation of my life as a medical student. Asymmetrical balance in art is defined as a design that has different visuals on each side, but each side holds equal visual weight (e.g. The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh).
Although the journey to practicing medicine is a long-term commitment that requires many sacrifices, making time for my loved ones and hobbies has kept me grounded both in and out of school. This balance will continue to be important as a physician. I believe that a capable physician can integrate their academic knowledge …