Meet Nadeen Hussain, from McLean, VA. She attended Georgetown University School of Medicine, and is a PGY-2 in the Traditional Internal Medicine Residency Program.
What led you to pursue a career in medicine?![]()
Both of my parents are primary care physicians, so I grew up in a house where medical terminology and patient stories were a part of daily dinnertime conversation. I witnessed their pride and joy, and I knew from an early age that I wanted that kind of fulfillment and happiness in my own career. At Georgetown, I loved my science and Spanish classes, and I spent spring breaks and summers doing medical volunteering trips in Central America. I was fortunate to stay at Georgetown for medical school where I learned from some of the best clinicians and educators, who further fueled my passion for medicine. I have always known that this is the career for me.
What are your goals after you complete residency? Where do you see yourself?
I’ve had an interest in gastroenterology since third year of medical school, and this interest has grown stronger in residency. I plan to apply to GI fellowship and I hope to work with patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). I see myself working as an academic clinician, with a focus on patient care and teaching medical students and trainees.
Why did you choose Yale IMed for your residency?
Everyone talks about that “gut feeling” you get when you interview for residency, and I definitely had that at Yale. This place is truly one of a kind. Between the outstanding clinical training, research opportunities, and close-knit community, we have it all and I couldn’t be happier.
Describe your experience at Yale IMed in 3 words.
Growth, opportunities, kindness
What is your fondest memory at Yale thus far?
All of the pre-COVID bonding with my co-residents. I miss them all and can’t wait to reunite after the pandemic.
Who has had the greatest influence on you, and why?
My parents are my role models. I aspire to have as much dedication to my career and to my family as they do.
If you could say anything to your younger self, what would you say?
Spend less time thinking about the future and focus more on the present moment.
What's a fun fact about you?
I studied abroad in Argentina in college, and I spent another month there during my fourth year of medical school. During my second trip there I hiked the Fitz Roy Trail in Patagonia!
What is one piece of advice you'd give someone who is applying for residency?
Don’t get bogged down by the small details, go with your gut.
What have been your biggest challenges and accomplishments since the beginning of the pandemic?
My biggest challenge has been the inability to spend time with friends and family. My biggest accomplishment has been learning to appreciate what I have and take life one day at a time, knowing that we will get through this pandemic soon, and come out stronger.
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