Medical Student Raven Foster on Finding Identity in Medicine

Medical Student Raven Foster on Finding Identity in Medicine

In this episode of More Than Mountains, I speak with medical student Raven Foster about the winding path that led her into medicine, beginning with her gap year and continuing into her transition to medical school. She reflects on how stepping away before starting her training helped build her confidence and gave her space to grow into her identity as a future physician.

Raven opens up about moments of self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and how those feelings have shifted as she’s progressed through her journey. The conversation also explores what it really feels like to enter medicine and question whether you belong, along with the realities of medical school that often go unseen.

We also discuss the importance of mentorship, representation, and support systems in shaping a student’s experience in medicine, especially for women of color navigating the field. Raven shares her perspective on both the challenges and the meaning she finds in these spaces.

At its core, this episode highlights growth, identity, and confidence, reminding us that the path into medicine is rarely linear, and that becoming a physician is as much about self-discovery as it is about training.

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Dr. Shreya Gupta on Imposter Syndrome and Growth in Medicine

Dr. Shreya Gupta on Imposter Syndrome and Growth in Medicine

In this episode of More Than Mountains, I sit down with Dr. Shreya Gupta to explore her journey through medicine—from undergrad to medical school and into residency. She reflects on the experiences th...

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Medical Student Daniella Silva on Medicine, Identity, and Balance

Medical Student Daniella Silva on Medicine, Identity, and Balance

In this episode of More Than Mountains, I speak with medical student Daniella Silva to discuss her journey into medicine, her experiences as a DO student, and her passion for dermatology. Daniella sha...

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The Human Side of Residency with Dr. Catie Gray

The Human Side of Residency with Dr. Catie Gray

In this episode of MoreThanMountains, I sit down with Dr. Catie Gray to have an honest conversation about the realities of residency, mental health, imposter syndrome, and navigating life in medicine ...

26 Touko 21min

  Sleep Like Your Health Depends On It (Because It Does)

Sleep Like Your Health Depends On It (Because It Does)

In this episode of More Than Mountains, we’re diving into one of the most powerful yet overlooked pillars of health: sleep. From building a calming nighttime routine to understanding the science behin...

14 Touko 10min

Psychiatrist Dr. Tina Thomas’s Insight on Hormones, Healing & Mental Health

Psychiatrist Dr. Tina Thomas’s Insight on Hormones, Healing & Mental Health

In this episode, we sit down with psychiatrist Dr. Tina Thomas to explore the world of adult mental health. She shares what inspired her to pursue adult psychiatry, how mental health patterns can diff...

28 Maalis 19min

Mindfulness for Teens: 101

Mindfulness for Teens: 101

This episode gives an overview of what mindfulness, mediation, and yoga are and how they can be introduced into your lifestyle to improve so many areas of your life. Even just five minutes of your tim...

1 Maalis 8min

Decoupling Self-Worth from the White Coat with Dr. Frances Mei Hardin

Decoupling Self-Worth from the White Coat with Dr. Frances Mei Hardin

In this episode, we speak with Mei Hardin, a former ENT surgeon and physician-writer, about ego, identity, and the hidden emotional costs of medical training. From “gunner culture” to burnout, DBT-inf...

1 Maalis 17min

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