My journey with the intricacies of science began at an early age. I grew up in a setting dominated by my father’s medical practice located in a small rural community of a few thousand people in Poland. It was a scene of constant, at times frenetic, activity both day and night. I soon found myself preoccupied with figuring out just what it was he did and why he was so renowned and sought after. The answer came to me many years later when I began to pursue my tertiary education in the rural reservation community of Tsaile, Arizona. I was drawn into a rigorous academic setting at Diné College that provided me with the necessary educational foundation along with enlightening my perception of the world through excellent instruction of course material. Studying foundations of natural sciences in Diné College, located on the Native American Reservation land in Tsaile, Arizona created a unique atmosphere fostering academic achievements. I came to the realization that the human factor instilled by Native Americans into the academic sciences is the best way to examine many philosophical questions linked to the realm of science. This realization compelled me to pursue both the humanistic and scientific domains that guide and accompany humanity since time immemorial.

Education is a key and essential aspect of my life, being a natural extension and fulfillment of my passion for science in general and biomedicine in particular. The most powerful, encompassing, sensitive, and versatile scientific instrument is an internal dialogue with other people and surrounding nature. For many years, my home environment has helped me align myself with the realm of academic sciences, liberal arts, and a wide breadth of values & personal beliefs about one’s surrounding world, which allowed me to develop the faculty for critical analysis that inspires and sustains my personal commitment to the field of academic education and personal development.

Growing up in rural America has profoundly shaped my perspective and ignited my calling to become a physician dedicated to serving rural, under-served, and disadvantaged communities. My upbringing provided me with a firsthand understanding of the unique challenges faced by rural families and individuals, from limited access to healthcare resources to the impact of socioeconomic factors on overall well-being. Witnessing these disparities fueled my commitment to addressing healthcare inequalities in rural and under-served areas. It became clear to me that the compassion and medical care these communities deserve are often overshadowed by geographical barriers and limited resources. This realization has ignited a passion within me to contribute meaningfully to the health and well-being of underserved, rural populations. My aspiration is to bridge the gap in healthcare accessibility and quality, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their socioeconomic-status, background, life circumstance, or geographic location, receives the medical attention they need. It is this commitment that propels my journey toward becoming a physician dedicated to serving those who are often overlooked in the broader landscape of healthcare.