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Pathology resident at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, USA

Professional ambitions? As a young pathologist, I am driven by three major goals: advancing the specialty forward, revolutionizing medical education, and fostering a culture of mentorship.

Advancing the speciality: In the age of digitization, it is imperative for us to be pioneers that embrace technological advancements. This is what is and will continue to define our professional landscape. By harnessing the power of technology, we can revolutionize our practice and enhance patient care.

Innovating education: The way students learn and process information today is vastly different. We must evolve and adapt our educational approaches. Modernizing education will cultivate a generation of physicians who are better equipped to thrive in an constantly-changing world.

Fostering mentorship: I firmly believe that we grow and succeed as a profession by lifting others up. Mentorship is woven into the fabric of my life, and I find immense joy and fulfillment in guiding and supporting the future leaders of medicine. Witnessing the success of others, fueled by my mentorship, is the most rewarding experience one can have.

Inspiring mentor or educator? I have a mentorship quilt, a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of countless interactions and meaningful connections. Each patch represents a mentor who invested in me, adding to the intricate and beautiful design of my life's work. Overtime, this quilt has grown as I’ve been fortunate to encounter mentors that played pivotal roles in my personal and professional development. 

One such mentor is Dr Billman, a humble and soft-spoken pathologist who recognized my potential early on. His unwavering support and guidance have been a beacon of inspiration from the moment I decided to pursue medicine. I believe we should all strive to be someone's “Dr Billman”: acting as a guiding light for the next generation, carefully stitching our kindness, and support into the quilts of those around us. Together, we can create a world where everyone's tapestry is rich, vibrant, and bursting with the colors of collective growth and achievement.

Attracting talent… Our greatest force multiplier is making ourselves visible to future generations. In an age where social media, AI, and technologies like ChatGPT are reshaping our world at lightning speed, it is essential to adapt and embrace the digital era. One way I help recruit talented individuals to medicine, specifically pathology, is by being intentional on social media. Simple interactions like responding to messages, liking comments, and sharing content fosters community and build trust. It has amazed me how simple and impactful social media can be. Social media has not only expanded my reach but has also opened doors to new friendships, sponsorships, collaborations, and opportunities.

You may be the only doctor someone knows. You may be the one to spark their curiosity (albeit through a TikTok video or instagram post) and lead them down a career path they had never imagined. We have an unlimited, untapped resource that holds the possibility to inspire and transform. I urge others to create, share, and connect with the world around them. This is our future – a future where we harness the power of digital platforms to educate, inspire, and build a community that thrives on mutual growth and discovery.