Healey Benari

psychiatrist due to a moment in my neuroscience class that changed everything for me. My teacher invited a guest speaker diagnosed with Cerebellar Degeneration to talk to our class about his condition; listening to his story of misdiagnosis and recovery opened my eyes to the impact health professionals can have. Though we only had 30 minutes to talk, I was fascinated by his story, and through interviewing, I truly got to understand and empathize with his experience and how he didn't let his condition shape him. That experience helped me realize I want to be part of this field—to understand people's conditions, support their recovery, and keep learning.

medical school. I plan to attend a collage with a premed track that will assist me in further studies. being able to be amerced in an environment that draws me in with its scientific mysteries and studies.

hobbies include playing multiple instruments—flute, guitar, saxophone, and piano—managing social media content, launching creative ventures like a custom shoe business and event planning, engaging in public speaking, and volunteering through youth leadership programs. She also enjoys exploring new cultures through travel, expressing herself through art, and expanding her language skills by learning French.