“In a Nutshell” - Journey to OB/GYN

Life has a funny way of placing you in unexpected situations. When I started medical school, becoming an Obstetrician-Gynecologist was the last thing on my mind. In fact, I had a narrow view of what the OB/GYN specialty encompasses and the intricacies of the female anatomy did not interest me. As a matter of fact, my exact thought was “EW”. Little did I know that I would end up falling in love with the field of OB/GYN after completing my third-year clinical rotations. I still vividly remember getting teary-eyed after being part of my first ever baby delivery. For me, there was no greater feeling than watching new life being birthed into the world. The joy that I experienced during the delivery process was indescribable and left me wanting more.

Even though it sounds cliché, that was the moment I knew that OB/GYN was the specialty for me. Since falling in love with the specialty, the “messy” parts of being an OB/GYN have become routine to me. I’ve heard veteran OB/GYNs say they’ve seen so many vaginas that nothing phases them anymore. Although I’m nowhere near being a veteran, I now understand how the sensitive/taboo parts of the body become less of a big deal over time. I look forward to gaining a better understanding of the Obstetrics & Gynecology specialty and working with women all over the world to improve their health.