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title: Meet Point Scholar Kishan
description: Point Scholar Kishan is pursuing an MD at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine.
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# [Meet Point Scholar Kishan](https://pointfoundation.org/community/blog/meet-point-scholar-kishan)

 Written by [Andrae Vigil-Romero](https://pointfoundation.org/community/blog/author/andrae-vigil-romero) | January 15, 2021

**What college/university are you attending and what made you choose it?**

UC Riverside School of Medicine - I wanted to attend a medical school that served the community it’s a part of, and UCR SOM does an excellent job of serving the vulnerable members of our community.

Photo Credit: UC Riverside School of Medicine

**Which program are you pursuing and what about the subject intrigues you most?**

Medical Degree: the ability to care and heal our patients in their most vulnerable moments.

**What are your career aspirations?**

Become an Emergency Medicine physician.

**What is a fun fact about you that few people know?**

I was a part of a nationally competitive traditional Western Indian dance team in college!

**What is your favorite book/movie/song and why?**

Mean Girls - because it’s fetch!

**What is your current favorite streaming binge?**

The Great British Baking Show - so pleasant and wholesome!

**In your spare time, what do you enjoy doing?**

Hiking, binging new shows, and spending time with loved ones.

**How are you practicing self-care during this difficult time?**

Staying busy on hospital shifts and taking as many naps as possible in between.

**How are you adjusting to remote life and what are your tips to stay motivated?**

Keep a routine (even if its confined to 4 walls) and stick with it!

**As a Point Scholar, what is your message to other LGBTQ+ students?**

We’re here for you - we are a community.

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**This post’s responses were submitted by Point Alum Kishan.**

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