Eager to gain more exposure to various fields of medicine, I shadowed both an orthopedic surgeon and a gynecologic oncologist throughout June 2017. Both physicians revealed the selflessness required of surgeons as they served as resources for their patients around the clock, as well as they revealed the challenges and life changing benefits that accompany surgical procedures. With Dr. Brandon Luskin, the orthopedic surgeon, I observed a variety of procedures and illnesses that accompany the musculoskeletal system. From children with broken arms to elderly patients suffering from stenosing tenosynovitis, I had the privilege of interacting with patients of all ages. Throughout my experience with Dr. Luskin, I had the opportunity to observe post-operative
