Amita Shah, MD-Why I Chose Surgery (1/1).When I look back at my medical specialty selection process, I learned two important lessons: “Do not let others define your world for you” and “Follow your gut. It knows you better than anyone else.” I chose surgery because I enjoyed the a

Marie Vu - Why I Chose Dermatology (2/2) .To the naked eye, dermatology is classically viewed as a field with excellent pay and lifestyle at the expense of treating just acne and rashes. To me, I have come to learn that dermatology is a unique art form where patients can present

Marie Vu - Why I Chose Dermatology (1/2).As a daughter of two immigrants from Vietnam, I never would have imagined that a career in medicine, let alone in dermatology, was in the cards for me. My dad was diagnosed with liver cancer when I was in high school, and I worked two jobs

"For some, matching into the specialty is part of the challenge, and for others, it does not play as much of a role. Either way, you need to choose a field in which you are interested, and in which your talents, training, and modes of thinking can make a positive difference."

"I saw how compassionate, expert care delivered by a neurologist could make a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families, and the UT neurology faculty were excellent examples to follow in this regard."

"I found myself daydreaming about how I could enjoy a career in neurology, and I realized that I would never get tired of thinking about the nervous system and the diseases that affect it."

Winona Gbedey.“On the morning of May 26, 2020, I bounded down the stairs like I did every other day, wiping the sleep from the corner of my eyes. On with the kitchen lights and out with the dog. Breakfast, which consisted of a mug of hot water, laden with green tea; two frozen

Dr. Ramon Garza III (5/5).We always take care of the patient’s baseline needs first, not just what the specialty calls for. I'm not going to do surgery on that person until they are in good health and ready for surgery. Be a physician first.

Dr. Ramon Garza III (4/5).The hardest part is finding balance in your life because it keeps you grounded and keeps you safe.

Dr. Ramon Garza III (3/5)."This really goes back to one of my things that I really liked about plastic surgeons - they always have a plan and a backup plan and a tertiary plan. We kind of consider ourselves like the Navy Seals of medicine."

Dr. Ramon Garza III (2/5): I view myself as a teacher, educating the patient and advocating for the patient. I present them with the information and allow them to make the best decision for themselves, I don’t tell them what to do.

Dr. Ramon Garza III (1/5): In plastic surgery training you do all the things in plastic surgery head to toe; however, the thing that I felt was the most interesting and the thing that I thought that I could be the best at was breast reconstruction, particularly with microsurgery.

A Farewell Interview with Janet Li, PA-C (3/3)."I'm definitely realizing that this is a new chapter. I don’t have a crystal ball, so it’s hard to say what exactly the future will hold, but I know that there will continue to be valuable lessons to learn along the way."

A Farewell Interview with Janet Li, PA-C (2/3)."Aside from the lessons I learned from the people that I interviewed, the biggest lesson for me has actually been: never ever be afraid to ask questions."

A Farewell Interview with Janet Li, PA-C (1/3)."Though all my stories were meaningful, one of my favorite interviews was with Sarah Berger, PA-C. You never know what connections you can make until you leave your comfort zone and start to go out and meet people."

Running Through Change (3/3)."Several months out from medical school graduation and the beginning of residency training (at least, that’s what I hope and pray for), that sort of uncomfortable-but-necessary change frequently comes to mind."

Running Through Change (2/3)."As we left the neighborhood and slid down the hill to the river trail, which cuts through the downtown, I was reminded of how much things can change in such a relatively short time."

Running Through Change (1/3)."As a new year begins, thoughts of change are common. That change might be intimidating, or it might feel like a long time coming, or both. This past December, I encountered change on a cold long run in Indiana."

Dr. Patrick Nguyen (3/3):."One important aspect of becoming a physician is being able to take care of yourself because that plays a role in being able to care for others."

Dr. Patrick Nguyen (2/3):."One great aspect of my job now is that I am not only first and foremost a clinician but also a teacher - a teacher to my residents and to my students."