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What was the moment you knew healthcare was the right career for you?
Was there a specific patient, experience, or day on the job that confirmed you had chosen the right path??
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Godfrey’s Answer
For sure it's a great question.
I basically considered health career path as the right carer for me after my grandmother who had hypertension developed stroke and was bedridden for 3 years before she succumbed.
I felt the pain of her suffering and wished I could contribute to her chronic care...and being in the medical profession I really appreciate my efforts to patients and always being happy where our efforts contribute to their wellbeing
I basically considered health career path as the right carer for me after my grandmother who had hypertension developed stroke and was bedridden for 3 years before she succumbed.
I felt the pain of her suffering and wished I could contribute to her chronic care...and being in the medical profession I really appreciate my efforts to patients and always being happy where our efforts contribute to their wellbeing
Thank you for the advice.
Emerson Nikky
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Vianne’s Answer
I work in mental health and social work, and for me, there wasn't a single big moment that made everything clear. Instead, it was a series of small moments where I realized I was comfortable being with people during tough times. I found I could stay focused even when things got emotional. Helping someone feel less alone or more understood became more meaningful to me than anything else I had done.
Over time, this understanding grew. It's not always easy, but I kept showing up and caring, even on the difficult days. I think many people in this field feel the same way; it's not about having one perfect moment. It's about noticing the kind of work you keep returning to, even when it's challenging.
Over time, this understanding grew. It's not always easy, but I kept showing up and caring, even on the difficult days. I think many people in this field feel the same way; it's not about having one perfect moment. It's about noticing the kind of work you keep returning to, even when it's challenging.
Thank you so much for the advice.
Emerson Nikky
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Zakaria’s Answer
For me Medicine has been attractive since childhood. I always looked at the profession to be free from the selfishness and corruption which infests more easily other professions. It has always meant to put others before myself and to pursue an ethical and service oriented life. Additionally, there were events in my life that strengthened my commitment to medicine. I lost my grandmother to lack of immediate and accessible care to treat her stroke. I had other family members who suffered through illnesses due to lack of specialised and accessible care. Observing that gap in care is what motivates me to become provider who makes care accessible to underserved and underprivileged communities. On top of that, working at different clinical settings, interacting with patients has reinforced to me that I’d like to work in a setting where I meet people, I hear their stories, their problems, and be someone in their life who can bring a positive experience and impact, no matter how small.
In short, I’m still in the early stage of my medicine journey, and I believe everyone develops a unique relationship with medicine, some like me who is called for from early age and faces events in life that elevates the values of service and health care, while for others it could be different things. But even if you have not had an earlier calling to medicine, look into yourself. If you are a person who wants to make impact in most vulnerable people’s lives, can put yourself in others’ shoes, and love to work hard in service of others, then a career in medicine can be a great suit for you.
In short, I’m still in the early stage of my medicine journey, and I believe everyone develops a unique relationship with medicine, some like me who is called for from early age and faces events in life that elevates the values of service and health care, while for others it could be different things. But even if you have not had an earlier calling to medicine, look into yourself. If you are a person who wants to make impact in most vulnerable people’s lives, can put yourself in others’ shoes, and love to work hard in service of others, then a career in medicine can be a great suit for you.
Thank you so much!
Emerson Nikky
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Hetal’s Answer
The moment I realized healthcare was the right career for me was when I saw how my support and care made a positive difference in someone's life. Helping others during difficult times gave me a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Thanks for the advice.
Emerson Nikky
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Hwal’s Answer
Emerson Nikky,
I have those moments several times every week, so I guess you could say I feel like I've chosen the right career for myself. Sometimes I would feel like adding specifically that I'm glad I've chosen medicine (vs healthcare) as my career, but either way, it's the challenges that make me feel like this. I provide primary health care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, so no two days are truly the same for me and my patients definitely keep me on my toes.
Hwal
I have those moments several times every week, so I guess you could say I feel like I've chosen the right career for myself. Sometimes I would feel like adding specifically that I'm glad I've chosen medicine (vs healthcare) as my career, but either way, it's the challenges that make me feel like this. I provide primary health care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, so no two days are truly the same for me and my patients definitely keep me on my toes.
Hwal
I appreciate your support, Hwal
Emerson Nikky