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Back to School 2020

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Atlin Braaten

By Stephanie Chow | August 27, 2020

Hometown: Fort St. John, BC
Program: Northern Medical Program
What inspired you to pursue your program?

My experience growing up with a rare health condition led me to be (unfortunately) quite familiar with doctor’s offices and hospital rooms. As a young and impressionable person with a rare condition, observing how physicians worked with me to determine exactly what was happening and finally arriving at a diagnosis was a defining moment in my life. I aspire to become a compassionate and driven physician like the ones who have made a difference in my life.

What are you most looking forward to this year?

I’m really looking forward to getting to know my peers in the Northern Medical Program and starting the Case-Based Learning sessions! While it will certainly be a big adjustment learning during a global pandemic, I’m really excited to get back to some sense of normal (even if it’s via Zoom)!

How are you making personal wellness a priority during COVID-19?

I think it’s important to find joy wherever you can and return to the activities you enjoy during these challenging times. I’ve been spending a lot more time outdoors (when possible), getting back into old hobbies like baking, and learning more about photography. Above all, being patient with myself and others, as we are living through these strange times together, with our own unique sets of challenges. Oh – and lots coffee!

Favourite physically-distanced social activity?

Walking the hill leading to UNBC has been a big one this summer! I also enjoy gaming sessions with my childhood friends and FaceTime with my family. I also started to get into kayaking this summer – it’s pretty easy to practice physical distancing in the middle of a lake!

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