Braden Penner

I was inspired to pursue medicine because I saw my parents working in health care as a nurse and a paramedic. I heard stories of the positive impact they were making in our community and how they felt it was a privilege to support sick and vulnerable community members. I completed my nursing degree as a first step, which only solidified my goal of wanting to become a doctor.

I’m from British Columbia and I chose UBC because it gave me the opportunity to study medicine in Prince George: the community where I have learned, worked and now call home. UBC has allowed me this amazing opportunity to learn at a world-leading institution, but in a small-town environment.

I would like to travel back to Haida Gwaii. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to travel there this past May with the Healthcare Travelling Roadshow and I really enjoyed the communities, culture and climate. I would bring my family along to share the experience with them and to explore local shops and restaurants, spend time in nature, and visit sites including the Pesuta Shipwreck and the “Balance Rock.”