One of the benefits of working for HRH is working with visiting subspecialists (Neurologist, Intensive Care, Neonatologists, etc.) from around the US. I have learned so much from them! I also benefit from the comraderie from my fellow HRHers. We are a varied lot, from all over the US. We have interesting stories and backgrounds. Our histories make for amazing discussions at Happy Hour and over dinner.
Some of my most memorable dinners ever have occurred here in Rwanda. A lot of it has to do with the level of education of my colleagues. I feel humbled to be even in the same room with them, let alone holding my own in the conversation. For example, last night, I hosted 3 people, two of whom are staying with me at my house:
- My friend Cameron, a former HRHer who is back following up on projects he started last year before he left. He went to Yale undergrad, and did the same NIH program as I did 11 years ago (that's how we know each other.)
- Lorin, a Utah Global Health Pediatrics Fellow. Originally from TN, she decided to go to Utah for Peds residency. She has a wealth of knowledge, and a cool demeanor.
- Lucienne, a neonatologist from Massachusetts. Her first foray into Global Health. She was a former gymnast, and is now practicing at a medium sized hospital in MA. Her positive energy is infectious, and she has a lot of good insight into our programs here.
We talked for a few hours on life here, the Presidential election, Harvard sports, yoga, you name it. I felt so blessed to be hosting these amazing people.
Anyway, just a cool side effect of living in Rwanda!
Hope all is well on your ends!
Love life, Find meaning, Be happy,
Craiger
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