Name: Dr. Harika Varma
Birth Place: Hyderabad, India
Academic Qualification: MBBS From Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Ahmednagar, India (2014-2019)
Languages you speak/write: Hindi, English, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil
What do you do?
PGY1 Internal Medicine at Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas, US
What’s the best part of your profession? What made you choose this profession?
As a doctor, witnessing the transformation of my patients, observing their recovery, and experiencing the profound joy that radiates from their smiles is the epitome of satisfaction.
I chose this as my profession as I was very fascinated by the intricacies of the human body and the complexities of healthcare. I believed that I could thrive in this domain and enjoy it
Do you like reading? What was the last thing you read?
Haha, I don't read books, and that's not nice. I would definitely want to inculcate that habit.
What is your favorite dish?
Countless, but I will never say no to Biryani.
How would your friend describe you?
Extroverted, spontaneous and fun-loving
Who would you like to travel with?
Friends
What is your least favorite subject?
Mathematics; that's why I left it behind.
Your favorite subject(s)
Human physiology and ophthalmology were my favorite subjects during medical school.
What’s something you wish to change about the world?
To spread kindness. It would be a much better place if everyone was kind to each other and valued the emotions of other people with empathy.
If your journey was/were a movie, what would it be called?
Rollercoaster, that can be called life.
What are you passionate about?
So many things. A varied range including cooking, to being there for my people.
Best/memorable moment?
I can't pick one. But the top ones on my list would be:
1. The day I was matched into a US residency position: the day my dream came true
2. So many memories from my medical school, those were definitely the best 5 years of my life so far.
What do you love to do in your leisure time?
Reconnect with my friends and family, travel, and try new things.
What do you hate the most?
Gender inequality.
If given a choice, what alternate career would you have opted for?
Something to do with fine arts. I think I am creative and have always loved photography and painting.
What is your dream travel destination?
So many!! I'll start with Bali.
Where would you like to work in the future?
United States or my home country - India
Finally, a Quote you relate to.
Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have.
(MedSight/PB)