On Monday, October 1st I got the opportunity to observe an incredible, one-of-a-kind surgery. The case was open rather than robotic because of the sheer size of the patient’s pelvic mass. Her diagnosis was large complex bilateral ovarian masses with elevated tumor markers and pelvic pain. This warranted an exploratory laparotomy with removal of endometriosis, removal of the right tube and ovary and possible removal of the left tube and ovary. The surgery went as planned, and upon opening the patient a saw an enormous mass unlike any other I have seen. Roughly the size of a cantaloupe, it was soft and squishy, filled entirely with old blood and other bodily fluids. It was sooo cool!
Additionally, Wednesday, October 3rd was the annual ISM Business Symposium: a convening of every student in the ISM program district-wide to come and sharpen their professional skills, expand their networks, and gain valuable insight from the people who have walked in our footsteps years ago. I had the pleasure of interviewing with a professional who critiqued my resume, helped me develop my interview skills, and encouraged me in my future as both a high school senior and college student. Overall, the day was very successful, equipping me with an even stronger desire to excel on my ISM endeavors and other professional-related experiences.
