Character is not reputation: a medical school reflection

As I prepare to graduate medical school, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about the person this journey has shaped me into and the person I still hope to become.

When I started medical school, I was driven by achievement. I wanted the best grades, strong evaluations, leadership positions, research, and ultimately a successful Match. I wanted to be seen as hardworking, dependable, compassionate, and capable. Looking back, I think …

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Character is not reputation: a medical school reflection