UCLA Journal of Radiation Oncology APRIL 2022 - Flipbook - Page 18
UCLA RADIATION ONCOLOGY JOURNAL
What’s the best piece of advice you give first
year residents?
current environment. I’m glad to be part of
a board that recognizes this and is taking
steps to change the perception and provide
opportunities to those who desperately desire
a chance. ☐
L: Ask questions! This is also the best piece of
advice I give myself. We don’t know what we
don’t know. So the best way to get through not
knowing is to ask.
What direction would you offer medical
students interested in Radiation Oncology—
including the UCLA Radiation Oncology
Medical Student Preceptorship?
L: Since I am a product of a pipeline program,
like the Radiation Oncology Medical Student
Preceptorship Program, the best direction and
advice I could offer is to research and actively
search for programs that support your goals
and aspirations. There are people out there
that want you to succeed. Connecting and
networking is your best friend for career and
knowledge advancement.
How is UCLA positioning their residents for
hiring and becoming attendings?
L: UCLA is positioning their residents for
hiring and becoming attendings by educating
them on the current trends and population.
Any student who attends UCLA is fortunate
to be a part of a community that embodies
justice, diversity, equality, and inclusion while
providing education to provide first class
patient care. It’s a reason why UCLA is #1 in
California.
As a Committee Member of our EDI Board,
what do you anticipate encompassing in the
future as the program grows?
L: I’m excited to see what we can do as a
community to change antiquated thought
processes and ideals. I’m most excited about
the community outreach that we are preparing
for. Representation matters in the community,
but for so long the idea of what a healthcare
professional looks like has not reflected the
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