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Tereza Vitkovska, pictured during her White Coat Ceremony, shares her story of becoming a doctor
Students

Leaving Ukraine Made Her Medical Training More Challenging—and More Significant

UCLA medical student Tereza Vitkovska is becoming a doctor who hopes to serve patients in Ukraine and the United States.

5 min read
Medical student Shami-Iyabo Mitchell, pictured here, shares her story of becoming a doctor.
Students

Becoming a Bridge Between Minority Communities and Medicine

Medical student Shami-Iyabo Mitchell is becoming a doctor dedicated to improving ob/gyn outcomes for Black women.

6 min read
Medical student Eric Smith, pictured wearing his white coat, shares his story of becoming a doctor
Students

A Novel Allergy Treatment Turned His Medical Fears into Career Goals

UCLA medical student Eric Smith is becoming a doctor who wants to change patients’ lives through head and neck surgery.

4 min read
Medical student Kendra Arriaga-Castellanos, pictured here, shares her story of becoming a doctor
Students

She Rarely Saw Doctors Growing Up. Now She’s Becoming One

UCLA medical student Kendra Arriaga-Castellanos is becoming a doctor who empowers and serves underrepresented and marginalized communities.

6 min read
Rigoberto Perez Hernandez, pictured here with fellow UCLA resident and the Bruin mascots, shares his story of becoming a doctor
Students

From Childhood Interpreter to Physician—Med Student Honors Family and Community

Medical student Rigoberto Perez Hernandez is becoming a doctor dedicated to serving California communities.

5 min read
Medical student Chelsea Pan, pictured on the roof of a hospital, shares her story of becoming a doctor
Students

Chinese Medicine and Art History Inform One Student’s Approach to Care

UCLA medical student Chelsea Pan is becoming a doctor attuned to her patients’ values, backgrounds, and preference.

4 min read
UCLA medical student Kirandeep Kaur, pictured with her mother, talks about matching into residency.
Students

Matching Into Residency: Kirandeep Kaur’s Story

Medical student Kirandeep Kaur talks about matching into residency and leaving her second home.

6 min read
Medical student Rigoberto Perez Hernandez pictured with his residency match results
Students

UCLA medical students celebrate Match Day and their ability to overcome barriers

UCLA medical students share the ups and downs of matching into residency.

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UCLA medical student Reem Karmouta, pictured celebrating Match Day, discusses matching into residency.
Students

Matching Into Residency: Reem Karmouta’s Story

Medical student Reem Karmouta talks about matching into residency while navigating a personal challenge.

6 min read
Medical student Clare Moffatt, pictured here during her White Coat ceremony shares her story of becoming a doctor
Students

The Head and Neck’s Intricate Anatomy Inspired a Career Dream

UCLA medical student Clare Moffatt is becoming a doctor focused on the neck’s complex, delicate anatomy.

3 min read