The first day of the rest of my life

I saw patients on my own for the first time ever! It was a great half day at the Screening and Acute Care Clinic with an amazing attending -- he packed as much teaching as he could into every moment of our four hours together. Thanks, bro!

I was surprised by how open people were with me and how mellow they were about being seen by a student.

I was inspired by my preceptor's enthusiasm for teaching, and I appreciated his kindness in the face of my cluelessness.

I was moved by the fear that an undiagnosed health problem can cause someone, and the relief they feel to get an answer.