Wearing this white coat symbolizes both privilege and honor in that it is a privilege to support and advocate for people in their most vulnerable moments. It is an honor to be a part of their story and to be entrusted with their care and wellbeing.

Caring with compassion and social empathy allows me to better understand the patient experience. Cura personalis includes caring for the psychosocial, emotional, as well as the physical wellbeing of all patients. My white coat reminds me everyday of my responsibility to serve patients as both a physician healer and advocate.

Having the opportunity to learn and one day practice the healing art of medicine is a privilege and a joy. It represents a dedication to a path of learning, teaching, and healing and a commitment to the most intrinsic part of medicine – humanism. It means being present for and listening to my patients, and providing healing that does not end at their physical well-being, but transcends to include their emotional, economic, social and spiritual well-being. My white coat is a humble reminder of the responsibility I carry to care for and serve my future patients with compassion and empathy.

The white coat symbolizes the humbling opportunity to be there for patients at their most vulnerable times. As a physician, I will honor the white coat by committing to a lifetime of healing and compassion as I care for and listen to each and every patient.

My white coat represents a lifelong commitment to learning and building meaningful relationships with my patients. It is a reminder to address health disparities in local communities by caring for the whole person and advocating for the underserved. As a physician, I’ll be able to develop a bond of trust with patients of different cultures and religions and help them overcome barriers of the healthcare system.