I am inspired by 91´óÉñ’s commitment to empowering medical students to advocate for systemic change. I cherish being a part of a community of future physicians who believe that our responsibility goes beyond treating diseases. I saw joining 91´óÉñ as my first step to begin developing as a leader in healthcare and towards understanding how medical students can work to bridge the gaps we see in community health and primary care. In my hope to serve as a pediatrician, 91´óÉñ gives me the confidence to know that I can be part of meaningful change by advocating for better education, prevention, and access to care for the communities we serve.
I was motivated to become the International Trustee because the role truly reflects who I am and the path I have taken. I was born in Guyana, raised in Saint Lucia, began my premedical education in China, and after the COVID-19 pandemic continued my medical education in Dominica while completing clinical rotations in the United States and other Caribbean islands. Navigating the journey toward residency as a non-US IMG has come with many challenges, but it has also taught me resilience, adaptability, and the importance of strong support networks. Now, as I have learned so much and am nearly completing my journey through medical school, I am motivated to use the skills, perspective, and determination I have gained to support and advocate for other international students who hope to pursue the same path.
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