Takeaway
Waitressing, babysitting, farming, cheerleading . . .
Passion in the Medical Profession | January 20, 2023 | <1 min read
Highlights
Waitressing.
Dr. Colleen Christmas, Johns Hopkins Medicine
Being a lifelong book lover has made me more empathic and curious.
Dr. AJ Swain
Babysitting taught me the most about working with kids and (perhaps more importantly) parents.
Margot Kelly-Hedrick, medical student, Duke University
Working on a dairy farm and cheese factory, I got used to a rigorous job.
Dr. Jill Murphy
I was a cheerleader for a college football team on a four-year losing streak. While I couldn't change the outcome, I could show up, share hope, and be a constant supportive presence.
Dr. Katherine Chretien, Johns Hopkins Medicine
I was a religion minor. Studying different belief systems has helped me approach others with openness instead of judgment and have a profound respect for patients’ spirituality.
Dr. Elizabeth Gundersen, Florida Atlantic University
Playing team sports while growing up helped prepare me for the teamwork required to care for patients.
Dr. Richard Schaefer, Johns Hopkins Medicine
Being a loyal Baltimore @Orioles and @Ravens fan has helped connect with patients as a PCP in Baltimore!
Dr. Tina Zhang, Johns Hopkins Medicine
Worked as a barista in a coffee shop during my BS in genetics McGill. I learned that a simple kind gesture or word and a bit of extra care go a long way in making someone else’s day better.
Dr. Aline Charabaty, Johns Hopkins Medicine
Studying jazz improvisation helped me understand collaboration and active listening.