Medical Journey

The Small Things That Tell Me I Live Here Now

Immigrant life does not always arrive through dramatic moments. Sometimes it arrives through an Uber ride, a Tim Hortons order, a grocery trip to T&T, or the quiet act of checking if your wife is still beside you before sleeping.

When Life Got Louder Than the Music

There was a season when P-Pop filled almost every space in my day. Then life arrived with new worries, new responsibilities, and the quiet realization that survival sometimes asks us to pause the music we love.
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When You Think You Can’t: The eBook Is Here

This eBook wasn’t just written to celebrate passing the board exam — it was written for the moments I nearly didn’t. When You Think You Can’t is now available for free on Ko-fi, Kindle, Kobo, and more. If you’re in the middle of something hard, I hope this finds you.

When They Say You Only Care About Your Depression

Some words stay with you. Not because they’re loud, but because they come when you’re already fragile. This post is for anyone who’s been told they didn’t care—even when they were trying their best just to survive.

“Is Depression Not Caused by a Chemical Imbalance?” — Why Viral Posts Need Context, Not Clickbait

A viral post claims there's no evidence depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Here's what the 2022 study actually found — and why it doesn't mean treatment doesn't work.

Overcoming the Odds Part 7: Lessons Learned, Treasured Experiences

Passing the boards isn't about perfection—it's about persistence. Here are the lessons I learned, the failures I survived, and the quiet rituals that helped me become a doctor.

What Self-Care Really Means (And Why It’s Not Just Bubble Baths)

Self-care isn’t a checklist or luxury. It’s how we survive. Here’s a grounded look at what actually helps—from skincare and journaling to boundaries and self-compassion.

Overcoming the Odds Part 6: The Joy of Passing the Boards

After years of setbacks, self-doubt, and silent prayers, I finally saw my name on the list of passers. This is the raw, honest story of the moment I became a doctor—and what passing the boards really meant to me.

AI in Healthcare: What’s Real, What’s Hype, and What We Need to Watch

AI is transforming healthcare—from faster diagnoses to real-time safety alerts and automated medical records. But what are the risks? This deep dive explores what’s working, what isn’t, and what patients, providers, and policymakers should do next.

Overcoming the Odds Part 5: Exam Days – Culminating the Years of Hard Work

My board exam wasn’t just a test of knowledge—it tested my spirit. Here’s how I survived the four hardest days of my life, red socks and all.

When Connection Heals: What Relationships Teach Us About Health

We talk about food, sleep, and medicine like they’re the pillars of health. But what about the people beside us? This post explores how connection—real, imperfect, human connection—shapes healing. And why loneliness doesn’t just hurt emotionally, but physically too.

Overcoming the Odds Part 4: Challenges During the Review

What no one saw: the fear, burnout, and emotional spiral behind my board exam review. A deeply honest look at what I survived to get here.

Sleep Health: Why You’re Tired and What to Do About It

We sleep for about one-third of our lives. That sounds like a lot of time doing “nothing,” but science tells us it’s the opposite. Sleep isn’t...

Overcoming the Odds Part 3: Reviewing for the Board Exams

You don’t really know what desperation looks like until you realize five review centers still aren’t enough to quiet your fear. That’s how I started...