This HypeHuddle will introduce Dr. Nick Hernandez, a New York native of Peruvian and Puerto Rican descent, who proves that through hard work and perseverance your dreams are always attainable. When Nick grew gravely ill in his teenage years, he realized he wanted to be a doctor to help people’s health while offering patients comfort and support. Although Nick wasn’t a “straight A” student, he followed his mentor’s advice and went after his dream of becoming a doctor. Nick is a proud father and husband practicing and teaching family medicine in Long Island, NY.
In this HypeHuddle you will learn:
The steps to take in order to pursue a career in medicine
How to apply to medical school inside and outside of the US
How to overcome the challenges of being a POC in medicine
How to seek opportunities when you don’t fit the traditional route