I highlight families with multiple members in our society in an upcoming issue of the SGIM Forum.
I plan to do the same to feature first-generation trainees, physicians, or members in general in our society- those first in their immediate family to pursue medicine or healthcare. Your stories will showcase the diverse paths to academic GIM. On a quick poll, 11 Council members were 1st generation in medicine!
I need 4-5 volunteers to share brief stories (under 200 words each) covering:
- Your path to medicine - What drew you to this profession?
- SGIM's impact - How has our society shaped your career?
- A fun fact - Something unique about yourself!
Please let me know directly at cestrada@uabmc.edu if interested. If I receive more than 5 responses, I'll prioritize geographic diversity in selection.
Timeline: no later than 12/10/25. Also include a picture of you, something that brings you joy or fun (high def, landscape layout, not a headshot)
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Carlos Estrada
SGIM President
Birmingham Veterans Affairs Medical Center
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