Heartburn

By VIKNESH KASTHURI ’21 MD’25 on May 2023

REYKJANES, ICELAND, JULY 2021
I took this photo on a trip to Iceland shortly before I started medical school. The volcano, Fagradalsfjall, had recently started erupting, and the usual path that took folks close to the volcano was overrun with lava. Thus, we hiked up a new trail to an overlook that allowed us to peer into the volcano a bit more. Yet I still had to use my longest lens to capture the shot!

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  Organized by the Student National Medical Association (SNMA), in collaboration with the Office of Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OBEDI) and the Latino Medical Students Association (LMSA), On The Horizon welcomed pre-medical students from colleges across Rhode Island and Massachusetts.At this event, underrepresented undergraduate students were equipped with invaluable knowledge about navigating the medical school application process. From MCAT preparation and financial considerations to admissions strategies and self-care practices, they gained firsthand insights from recent peers who successfully embarked on this journey.The highlight of the event was a keynote address delivered by Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon, Associate Professor Carla Moreira. Dr. Moreira who explored the essence of success in the medical profession and underscored the importance of authenticity. "Always bring your true authentic self," she emphasized. "No one else can do that. Only you can, and it is incredibly important." ... See MoreSee Less
  
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  #Cravings, #MindlessEating and #BingeEating are all just learned habits that can be unlearned, according to Associate Professor Judson Brewer. “It’s not a moral failing. It’s not a willpower failure. Accept that this behavior is just a habit loop you’re stuck in,” he stresses.How you can quiet #FoodNoise: ... See MoreSee Less
  
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  A great addition to the important discussion surrounding burnout in health care. ... See MoreSee Less
  
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