What Type Of Person Thrives In The Medical Industry, According To An Anesthesiology Resident At An Academic Hospital
Success in anesthesiology requires more than financial motivation; it demands "a lot of compassion" and "empathy," a willingness to "step into someone else's shoes," combined with a commitment to lifelong learning and contributing to the field's advancement. The rigorous training, described as "drinking from a fire hydrant," necessitates a deep-seated dedication to patient care above all else.
Compassionate, Empathetic, Lifelong Learner, Resilient, Driven
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Briana Kossbiel
Anesthesiology Resident
Academic Hospital
University of Arizona, 2016
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson, 2021 - MD
Biology & Related Sciences
Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Medical
Honors Student, Veteran
Video Highlights
1. Compassion and empathy are crucial for success in anesthesiology.
2. The rigorous training required necessitates a genuine passion for the field, not just financial motivations.
3. A commitment to lifelong learning and contributing to the advancement of knowledge is essential for thriving in this career path.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in your industry?
I would say people who thrive are definitely ones who have a lot of compassion. There can be a stereotype that people go into medicine more for the financial benefit.
While many physicians and specialties do make a good living, the training to get here is not for the faint of heart. Applying to medical school is highly competitive, and going through residency is a whole other beast.
The amount of knowledge we're expected to absorb is like drinking out of a fire hydrant. Going into medicine solely for financial reasons wouldn't be a good path.
People who thrive in this field are compassionate and have the ability to step into someone else's shoes. They possess empathy, beyond just sympathy, and a genuine desire to care for others.
It takes a special person to pursue medicine as a career and go through this level of training. They also need a desire to contribute and expand knowledge.
Being a lifelong learner and compassionate towards anyone who comes through your door, even if they are very different from you, describes those who would really thrive in this environment.