New and returning students of the Vancouver-Fraser Medical Program reveal what attracted them to the field of medicine and where they see themselves in 5 years.
Sabine Laguë
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
A number of things attracted me to medicine. Among these are my desire to work with people on a daily basis and to apply the knowledge and background I have in physiology in order to have a tangible impact on the lives of others. Read more.
Rahul Verma
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
The most attractive feature of medicine is knowing that I will be able to help people of all ages, genders and backgrounds regardless of where I am. Personally, I have seen a physician help a distressed elderly individual on an aircraft over 30,000 feet in the sky! This ‘power’ to help beyond your typical hospital or office setting and literally beyond any borders is what excites me! Read more.
Sayed Farshad Hosseini
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
Medicine is a field that integrates both science and art. As a physician, understanding the science behind treatments, causes of illness, and learning more about new treatments is something you are obligated to know. But, the art component of it comes in as being able to share that feeling of compassion with your patients and developing trust, and maintaining a personal and emotionally sincere relationship with your patients in order to serve them and help better their lives without making any judgments or prejudice. Read more.
Kate Lovatt
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
I fell in love with medicine during my undergraduate degree in Physiology at UBC! I loved the pathophysiology and was looking for a way to apply it in the ‘real world’ and was so fortunate to have found my calling in medicine. Read more.
Pavan Mehat
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
Medicine is an amazing field that requires a vast array of skills and knowledge, which is perfect for my temperament. To be a great physician, it requires that you are always striving to improve in all areas of your life. A career in medicine will allow me to blend my interests in sports, science, wellness, and spirituality in an interactive and personal manner to ease suffering and positively impact the lives of others. Read more.
Alis Xu
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
The potential to significantly change patients’ lives for the better. Read more.
Jovi Wong
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
Coming from a research background, I was particularly interested in studying medicine because I wanted to have the opportunity to treat patients. Read more.
Paul Yen
What attracted you to the field of medicine?
I grew up in a family which had to constantly look after the health care needs of my father, who unfortunately was afflicted by a plethora of chronic illnesses. Although he passed away a few years ago, I was able to experience first-hand how clinicians are able to make a positive, lasting impact on an individual and by extension, their family members and friends. At the same time, I also recognized that modern medicine has its fair share of limitations, and I was filled with a desire to push its boundaries in every direction. Read more.
