As a child, I grew up with a healthy dose of love, care, food, shelter, friends and other basic necessities of life. My father's never-give-up, forward-thinking attitude was contagious and greatly helped shape my personality. On the other hand, my mother's caring nature instilled in me compassion and confidence. But when both parents are doctors, the added perks that come with it are occasional hospital tours and interesting insights into the medical world. My parents inspired me to choose medicine as a profession. Moving to the United States in 2011 was my second major life-changing event, the first being my marriage to my one and only husband. Moving gave me enough time to think about my future and a second chance to choose my major. I completed observational internships in several specialties and my time spent in each department allowed me to gain enriching experience at home. During one of these shadowing placements, I found an accomplished mentor who helped me identify my true passion: working with children. I really enjoyed being with...