| My name is Ji Won (Daniel) Yoo, and I am a second-year medical student at UBC. I was previously a pharmacist, so this marks my 8th year at UBC! As a pharmacist, I enjoyed working in rural communities and exploring different parts of BC. Currently, I’m focused on becoming the best physician I can be, while babysitting my 2-year-old niece, gardening, and trying all sorts of new things. I hope to be a family physician to serve rural communities in the future! I feel unbelievably privileged and proud to have received this award from the Chinese Canadian Medical Society. Being a medical student requires a lot of time and dedication, but recognition in the form of an award pushes me to work harder and be the best that I can be. I sincerely thank you for your generosity. Being a recipient of this award is an incredible honor, and I plan to dedicate myself to becoming the best physician that I can be. I will take the recognition and scholarship with me in my studies, and strive to provide for our community when I have completed my training. I will also promote and work to bring care to underserved and rural communities, where I am excited to see some familiar faces, but as their physician! With sincere appreciation, Daniel Yoo MD Year 2 |
| Dear Daniel, Thank you so much for your heartfelt letter. It is an absolute pleasure and privilege to support someone so dedicated and inspiring. Your journey from a rural pharmacist to medical student is a testament to your character and commitment to others. We have no doubt you will become an exceptional physician. The communities you will serve are lucky to have someone with your heart and experience coming their way. On behalf of everyone who contributed to this scholarship, please know that supporting you is our joy and honour. With warmest congratulations and very good wishes, Dr. Jen Yu Chinese Canadian Medical Society of BC |