By Joury Younes
Student, John F. Kennedy High School
Today marked my final HOPS (Hospital Opportunity Program) rotation, and I had the incredible opportunity to spend it in the Emergency Department alongside Dr. Paul Brisebois and his senior resident, Dr. Hamda Almehiri. Although my shift was scheduled from 9: a.m. to Noom., I was so engaged and inspired that I stayed until 4 p.m., right up until sign-out at the JGH Auxiliary.
Throughout the day I was exposed to a wide variety of patient cases, each offering a unique learning experience. What stood out to me most was not only the clinical knowledge I gained, but also the human connection like taking the time to speak with patients, hearing their stories, and witnessing the compassion that defines emergency medicine.
Dr. Brisebois and Dr. Almehiri were incredibly welcoming and supportive, making me feel like a valued part of the team. Dr. Brisebois even shared that he had not had this much fun working with a student before and noted how much interest and curiosity I showed throughout the day. He trusted me to assist him during parts of the experience, which made me feel even more involved and motivated. Their encouragement, along with kind moments like being treated to coffee made the experience even more meaningful.
One of the most impactful parts of the experience was hearing patients tell me they hope to see me as a future doctor. That truly stayed with me and reinforced my passion for pursuing a career in medicine. This experience was not only educational, but deeply inspiring, and it will remain a defining moment in my journey toward becoming a physician. »
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