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How can I build a career in medicine that combines scientific research and patient empathy, especially for individuals living with chronic illnesses?

My life hasn’t followed a straight line, but every challenge has shaped who I am and what I stand for. Losing my father to gun violence and living with Crohn’s disease taught me resilience early on. Instead of letting those experiences define my limits, I used them to define my purpose and deepen my empathy for others.

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Zakari’s Answer

Hi Nathalia,
I’m sorry for your loss. You are very strong and I commend you for not allowing the things you been through hinder your purpose and aspirations. I recommend you pursue a career in clinical research. There’s many avenues you can explore in it and you can be a doctor, nurse practitioner, physician assistant or even clinical research coordinator. I am interested in research as well, I did a lot of research on it and I think this would be a good fit for you based on your interests. Also, all these careers are able to split their time between patients and conducting research.The most important thing is that the empathy you already have is not something that can be taught in a classroom that puts you ahead of a lot of people who go into medicine purely for the science. Lean into that and look for programs and specialties that value the human side of medicine as much as the technical side.
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Aaron’s Answer

Hi Nathalia, I'm so sorry for your loss. I admire your courage in using your experiences to find purpose. Consider a career in clinical research, translational science, or public health/social sciences like medical anthropology. These fields offer many opportunities to research topics that focus on patient experiences and have real-world impact. Your wish to make a difference is important, so keep that in mind as you explore different areas to find what interests you most. Stay open to new opportunities and don't hesitate to try various fields; each will help you grow in your career. Look for research assistant roles to gain a better understanding of the ins and outs of research work. You're on the right path, and I wish you the best of luck. I'm excited to see the contributions you'll make!
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