My Shadowing Experience Essay

It was a cool, June morning at the children’s mission hospital in Kijabe, Kenya. Our team was there to serve the patients of the hospital as well as the staff, but little did I know the impact they would have on us was much greater. Some were cleaning windows and helping in the kitchen while others were walking around the small hospital visiting and talking with the patients. There was a young boy who was by himself at the hospital, waiting to have a life altering surgery on his clubbed foot. His family had sold everything they owned to put him in a van that would take him across the country so he could have his surgery. Meeting him and hearing his story had a direct impact on why I decided to pursue a career in medicine. Knowing that there
At the time of my first shadowing experience I had absolutely no idea what Dr. Romaguera was talking about, but my time with him sparked a curiosity in me to learn more. My time with Dr. Romaguera and Dr. Taylor gave me an insight into what being an MD is actually like. Something that Dr. Romaguera shared with me has stuck with me. He told me that people view doctors as healers, almost like miracles workers, but he said I should never feel the pressure of having to heal someone because the healing is up to God not us. He told me that this small piece of wisdom could help me when I am frustrated in my career. One of the things that Dr. Taylor imparted on me was about being comfortable and confident while making decisions that are not black and white. He told me medicine is hardly ever black and white, but usually grey area decisions. Both doctors allowed me to get slightly hands on and included me in their exams by asking me questions and taking the time to explain everything they were doing. I enjoyed being able to witness to these two incredible doctors as they served their patients. My time with them encouraged me to pursue a career in medicine because I can use my talents and passions to serve my