Key Takeaways
- Administrative fellowships bridge the gap between academic theory and operational reality by providing immersive, project-based experience under direct C-suite mentorship.
The journey to becoming a healthcare leader is rarely a straight path. From academic pursuits and summer internships to the rigorous hospital administrative fellowship application cycle, each step shapes an aspiring leader's perspective and skill set. Healthcare administration fellowships, in particular, offer recent graduates an immersive look into the complex workings of a healthcare system, providing invaluable experiential learning opportunities.
We recently had the opportunity to speak with Madhulika C. Nallani, an Administrative Fellow at Luminis Health based in Maryland. During our conversation, Madhu shed light on her path to Luminis Health, her passion for healthcare policy, and the unique structure and culture that define her current admin fellowship experience.
Originally from Laurel, Maryland, Madhu found her initial spark for healthcare management while studying biology and women's studies at the University of Maryland, College Park. Being "super involved in student government, clinical research, and... health advocacy," she quickly realized the breadth of opportunities within the healthcare field. This passion for making a difference led her to the University of Minnesota, where she pursued a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), setting the stage for future MHA fellowships.
During her graduate studies, Madhu took every chance to deepen her understanding of healthcare systems, particularly at the policy level. She became a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota's State Health Access Data Assistance Center (SHADAC). There, she worked on projects that blended healthcare analytics and research to guide state-level decision-making around Medicaid and Medicare. "I was really fascinated by how the federal or state level government interacts with private entities such as healthcare systems," she says, "and I got to learn so much... by working in particular with Christina... and Dr. Jean Abraham... They taught me how important it is to craft healthcare policy in a really careful manner."
Her zeal for making a large-scale impact only grew when she secured a federal management consulting internship at Guidehouse, supporting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). In that role, Madhu focused on data validation for the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). The rigor and meticulous nature of data auditing gave her insight into the intersection of consulting, policy, and healthcare finance. "It was very meticulous at times... but it really ensured that I had a clear methodology for reviewing important documentation," she recalls. "I just thought it was a really cool experience working in consulting and kind of seeing how... a private corporation... works closely with the federal government."
After experiencing research, advocacy, and consulting, Madhu was at a crossroads about her post-graduate career. She could continue down the consulting route—an opportunity she enjoyed and valued—or pursue an administrative fellowship to gain more hands-on operational and strategic planning experience in hospital administration.
Ultimately, the fellowship route won out. She saw it as a tangible way to gain both breadth and depth in healthcare operations, strategy, and policy implementation—all under the mentorship of senior leaders. This decision led her to explore various healthcare fellowships and health administration fellowships that could provide the professional development she sought.
Madhu's approach to applying for administrative fellowships was both strategic and personal. Unlike many students who apply to a dozen or more fellowships, Madhu chose to submit applications to only three programs. "While a lot of people say that the fellowship application process is a numbers game, and you really want to increase the denominator to increase your chances," she explains, "I also just firmly believe that intention and conviction is 10 times more important than that. And having a direction of where you want to be will create a strong application, regardless of how many sites that you apply to."
For Madhu, that direction involved returning to the place she called home: Maryland. The choice was rooted in a desire to serve a community that had shaped her upbringing and personal journey. She also sought programs with strong mentorship from CEOs or senior executives, transparent organizational values, and a commitment to healthcare innovation—particularly around population health and the global budget revenue model unique to Maryland.
Her strategy was not without risks. Limiting her search to three meant she faced more pointed stakes. But clarity of purpose, a well-crafted application, and thorough research paid off. She was invited to interview with two of her target organizations and ultimately received one final offer—the offer she wanted most—from Luminis Health. "I do recognize how lucky I am," she reflects. "But I think what really helped was speaking to what I could offer and what I knew about the Maryland community."
Luminis Health's Administrative Fellowship is a one-year, project-based program that serves as a postgraduate fellowship in healthcare management. Its primary preceptor is CEO Victoria "Tori" Bayless , a former administrative fellow herself, along with the presidents of Luminis Health's two hospitals: Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) and Doctors Community Medical Center (DCMC). Madhu is paired directly with Dr. Sherry Perkins, the president of Anne Arundel Medical Center, while her co-fellow works with Deneen Richmond, the president of Doctors Community Medical Center.
Each week, the fellows gain valuable exposure to high-level decision-making and cross-functional leadership in hospital administration. Mondays begin with the Hospital Executive Committee, a meeting that aims to integrate initiatives across both hospitals. Later, they participate in the CEO Council, where departmental updates culminate in discussions led by CEO Tori Bayless. A monthly All Luminis Leadership Council brings together 200–300 senior leaders across the system, and Madhu, alongside her co-fellow, present on key metrics—known internally as "True North metrics." These metrics align the entire organization around a common set of goals and performance indicators, emphasizing quality improvement and patient safety.
This level of immersion is crucial for fellows who want to learn beyond theory, and Madhu finds the project-based structure deeply rewarding. She and her co-fellow collaborate on system-wide initiatives, such as researching the feasibility of a hospital-at-home program, which involves healthcare technology and innovative care delivery models. "We've looked into the logistics and done some literature review... We speak to our preceptor, the CEO, on a weekly basis to consider how it could be deployed," Madhu notes. "I really love that the fellowship provides space to flourish on our own while also emphasizing that healthcare is a team effort."
The fellowship also offers rotations through various departments, including human resources, financial planning, and strategic planning, providing a comprehensive view of healthcare management and organizational development.
Part of the administrative fellowship includes preparing for and hosting recruitment for the next set of fellows—an experience Madhu jokingly describes as "your first job as a fellow is hiring your replacement." From crafting the application portal to hosting prospective candidates, the recruitment process offers real-world lessons in project management, communication, and change management. "You really have to just expect the unexpected and take it in full stride," she says. "I learned so much about how to move fast and keep going no matter what curveballs came."
This experience not only hones leadership skills but also provides insight into the administrative fellow job description and the qualities sought in future healthcare leaders.
The fellowship application cycle can be both thrilling and grueling. Long waits, last-minute interviews, and the roller coaster of receiving offers—or rejections—test candidates' perseverance. Madhu encourages future applicants to keep faith in their unique path.
"If there's one thing I'd say to my past self, it's to trust the process," she reflects. "Those rejections I received were defeating at first... but in flying out to these sites, I met some incredibly brilliant people. Even if things didn't end up going my way at certain places, I believe there's a path for everyone. It's just a matter of how it will happen, not if it will happen."
In Madhu's case, her journey led her to an organization that was the perfect fit—allowing her to remain in Maryland and contribute to innovative population health efforts within an academic medical center setting. "I'm just so blown away by how much I've learned and how grateful I am to have landed here," she says.
For prospective fellows relocating to the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia (DMV) region, Madhu has a few must-do recommendations. She highlights Annapolis for its rich history and vibrant waterfront—a place full of charm and home to the state's capital. "I have grown to just love Annapolis," she says. "It's such a staple, and I really appreciate all that it offers."
For those looking for culture, nightlife, and the famous brunch scene, Washington, D.C. delivers. "I love a good D.C. brunch... There's always a saying that when you're at brunch in D.C., no one is sitting down," she jokes. Madhu, who is trained in the Indian classical dance style of Bharatanatyam, also praises the region's dance community. Whether you prefer salsa, Bollywood fusion, or simply want to explore new forms of movement, she believes there's something for everyone.
Madhu's passion for healthcare policy, operations, and community engagement shines through in every aspect of her fellowship. By focusing on her goals—coming home, finding strong executive mentorship, and immersing herself in a healthcare system committed to innovation—she landed in a role that perfectly aligns with her aspirations.
Her advice for future fellowship seekers underscores the importance of purpose and authenticity. She believes that high numbers may broaden one's odds, but placing your energies into a few well-researched, mission-aligned applications can be just as fruitful—especially if you "know what you can offer" and speak to how you'll positively impact the community you wish to serve.
Most importantly, Madhu's story reiterates the valuable truth that a hospital administrative fellowship can be a life-changing pivot point: a year of concentrated learning, deep mentorship, and professional growth. It's an environment where administrative fellows can discover their professional passions, hone their leadership skills, and genuinely shape the future of healthcare in partnership with top executives.
For those eyeing a future in healthcare administration, especially in systems where mentorship and mission-driven values are a priority, Luminis Health and its administrative fellowship present a compelling option. It's a testament to the powerful blend of clarity, conviction, and community focus that can chart a fulfilling and impactful career path in healthcare management.
By trusting her instincts, embracing the possibilities within her home state, and maintaining a long-term lens on what an administrative fellowship can truly offer, Madhu exemplifies the transformative potential of these programs. For anyone considering a similar route, her journey is both a guide and an inspiration—a reminder that, in healthcare leadership, authenticity and a commitment to community go a long way in shaping success.
While the article doesn't discuss administrative fellowship salary specifically, it's worth noting that these programs often offer competitive compensation packages along with the invaluable experience and networking opportunities they provide. As healthcare continues to evolve, with increasing focus on healthcare analytics, clinical practice management, and innovative care delivery models, administrative fellowships remain a crucial stepping stone for aspiring healthcare leaders.
<p>I think that while a lot of people say that the fellowship application process is a numbers game and you really want to increase the denominator to increase your chances I also just firmly believe that intention and conviction is 10 times more important than that and having a direction of where you want to be will create a strong application regardless of how many sites that you apply to [Music] good evening everyone it's rangi sha with the fellowship review through the American Journal of healthcare strategy today I am thrilled to be joined by Madu Nani Madu thank you so much for joining me today and why don't you kick it off by telling our listeners a little bit about yourself sure thing thank you so much for having me so my name is madhulika but I go by Madu and I'm originally from Maryland and raised in Laurel Maryland in particular I have grown up in Howard County and then for college I went to the University of Maryland and I studied biology there as well as women's studies I was super involved in student government clinical research and really developed an interest in healthare as well as Healthcare leadership and advocacy and so with that I decided to pursue and mha at the University of Minnesota go goers it's an amazing program and it was so instrumental for me in really honing my skills in the field of Healthcare Management and so now I am back in Maryland and I'm an administrative fellow at luminous Health which is based in Annapolis Maryland that's incredible um and what a cool Journey you've obviously lived in the midwest you've lived on the East Coast so I'm excited to kind of um you know dig into that and of course you're doing you're doing a fellowship which is such a great opportunity why don't we take it a step back though and I'd love for you to share some of your unique internship um and graduate assistant um you know experiences that you've had so I'd love for you to share with our listeners a little bit more uh about your grad research assistant position um the one that was related to health policy uh what was that all about oh my gosh so one thing about me that anyone will know is that I love Health policy and I'm really fascinated by it because I think that whether it's at the federal or state level policy really does influence behaviors both when it comes to a a person's Behavior or health systems and so I was really fascinated by how the federal or state level government interacts with private entities such as Health Care Systems in particular and so that's kind of how I got involved in that research assistantship so the State Health Access Data Assistance Center is part of the University of Minnesota School of Public Health and they are a phenomenal resource and almost like a research and consulting firm so a twoin one that really helps states with technical data assistance needs so that could be with regards to um you know Medicaid and Medicare related information and really ensuring that states are best equipped to understand their populations by really understanding the data that is provided to them and so in this capacity I worked on some really cool projects one in particular was I actually researched single paay legislation and how it could potentially be deployed in the state of Minnesota because there were some talks on the state uh level legislative session about its potential and it was really cool because single paay legislation is a big controversial but at the same time it's a very unique way of approaching health care and I got to learn so much about it by working in particular with Christina waral who is a senior research fellow at shadec and she has an amazing background in Consulting That Was Then really leveraged well in this setting and I also worked with Dr Jean Abraham she's now the head for the division of Health policy and management at the school of Public Health at the U and I really learned so much from the both of them and and really understood just how important it is to craft policy in a really careful manner because it impacts so many people in so many systems yeah absolutely um and I did know that about you um and personally I'm someone who has a huge interest in health policy even in undergrad I did a lot of policy advocacy on Capitol Hill and so 100% agree um with everything you said and and I I love that you're able to share that um you know I think another experience of yours that to me personally is very fascinating as someone who doesn't have a ton of experience um in the Consulting realm but you had a federal um management consulting internship at guide housee I believe so also share with our listeners you know what that experience was like what projects you did and and just you know any advice for someone trying to get into guide house or Consulting in general for sure first of all I loved guide house I think the culture of guide house and the investment of leadership into the intern and the internship program really spoke volumes about the values of the organization so guide house I really was interested in because they were based um or at least their headquarters is in Tyson's Corner Virginia which is basically in my backyard and I was really interested in their Federal management involvement because again I was so fascinated by federal policy and so I got involved in their CMS account so as you know in consultant in the Consulting world you have different accounts that you work in and so I was posted to their uh center for Medicare and Medicaid services account and with that in particular I was tasked as an intern on their myips data validation and auditing project so it was a very interesting task because it was a lot of that again you're looking into validating data and so it was very meticulous at times a bit tedious I won't lie but it really ensured that I crafted a clear methodology for reviewing really important documentation that was going to either have a health system or provider be penalized or rewarded for their performance according to myips and for those of you who don't know what myips is it's the Medicare merit-based incentive payment system program and so I just thought it was a really cool experience working in Consulting and kind of seeing how that process works how a private Corporation such as guide house Works closely with the federal government to ensure that certain Protocols are being met yeah absolutely it sounds like a very important experience and and you know I think internships and just internship type experiences are so important especially in our graduate degree so I'm glad you got two relatively diverse but very important um experiences and and you know that kind of brings us to Fellowship so right off the bat I I want to learn a little bit more about you know there's a lot of routes you could have taken you could have gone Consulting as well post um graduate school what Drew you to the fellowship um process was there something in particular that stood out for you that's a great question I think it was working over the summer and while I thoroughly enjoyed my cons my Consulting experience I really did feel like I had so much to learn I went directly into my grad school program straight out of undergrad so with that I didn't really have any years of work experience to understand what my particular passion might have been in health care as well as where I felt like I could make an impact and so the real reason why I wanted to pursue a fellowship was just knowing that there is an ocean out there with regards to just the world of healthcare and I had to really immerse myself into it to know what it is I wanted to do and I'm so so grateful I made that decision because ultimately it did come down to one going back to consulting or pushing myself and doing something a bit new which was going the fellowship route and I'm so glad I went that route yeah absolutely um fellowships are extremely rewarding I think I am so I'll declare my biases but also just you know my support for fellowships I think they're a great way to you know get access get exposure but also figure out you know your likes your dislikes because you don't know what you don't know and I think grad schools at a high level will tell you what to anticipate but fellowships give you the opportunity to really dig deep um and so kind of digging deep if you will um into your specific Journey for fellowships can you tell our listeners you know to the extent that you're comfortable sharing just um what the process was you like for you you know from the application all the way through interviews you know how many did you apply for what made you you know pick the sites that you were picking and and you know anything about the interview and application process that really stood out to you so my fellowship application Journey might be a bit atypical and that's because I actually only applied to three fellowships wow I was very very particular and I don't know if a lot of people would agree with my out but I'm just going to lay it out because I think that while a lot of people say that the fellowship application process is a numbers game and you really want to increase the denominator to increase your chances I also just firmly believe that intention and conviction is 10 times more important than that and having a direction of where you want to be will create a strong application regardless of how many sites that you you apply to and that's just my personal experience so I'll kind of walk through what my thought process was so again it's summer 2023 and I know that I have this return offer to Consulting but I also know that I really want to explore the fellowship route and so I was actually very transparent with my director at guide house who actually wrote one of my letters of recommendation for my fellowship application and I explained to her that I have had an amazing summer but I really do want to explore this route because I feel like there's a lot of opportunity here and she was so supportive and I'm so grateful for that again speaking to the values of the organization and the people who run it now going to my application again I as you know and as I've mentioned I went to the University of Minnesota so while it was an amazing process and journey of living in minnes and being away from home I knew I wanted to be back home my family is here my community is here I have just such a strong affinity for the DMV that I just knew I had to be back because I think that there's something so motivating about coming home to the community that you grew up in and then serving the people that have allowed you to have the journey that you've had and so on that very personal note I felt like I had to just comeback and there was no ifs and butts about it so with that I was very very particular about where I applied again applied to three sites luminous being one of them and I applied to sites where I really felt like I resonated with the Mission Vision and values I wanted transparency with regards to what they were working on I think knowing what initiatives a health system engages in is really telling of what they value and so I really looked into all of those kind of aspects of a health system and then I really really was interested in direct mentorship from the CEO or SE Suite member that was just no compromise there whatsoever so with that I applied and I ended up getting two on-site interviews so again it's a gamble if I was willing to take that risk because ultimately I knew I wanted to come home and if Consulting brought me home cool if a fellowship brought me home also cool but I went to two on-site interviews and ended up actually with one return offer so one out of three and that one was luminous health and it worked out amazingly I am so grateful and I do recognize How Lucky I Am to be in this position where I have a fellowship but I think what I did in really ensuring that I had a strong app application was speaking to what I could offer and what I knew about the Maryland community and one thing I'll tell you is that Maryland and going back to my love for health policy has a very unique Health policy landscape with the global budget Revenue which is essentially a cap on Revenue that hospitals can obtain and also this Maryland Primary Care Program which is this increased investment into Primary Care in order to increase access and improve health outcomes and now actually just on Friday it was signed into law the CMS ahead model in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health so I was just really fascinated by what Maryland had to offer and its really unique population Health um initiatives that were in play and thought okay this is a an area that is going through a lot of innovation and I want to be here and I really think that helped me during my interviews yeah absolutely so what an incredible response first of all um you know I know if I was a listener applying to fellowships I already want to kind of recap some of the things that you said because it was so helpful um well first I have to say that the DMV is a great area so I definitely agree with you on that I I really enjoy um visiting that part of the country um but you know some of the things that I really want to kind of talk through again you talked about having you know your intention set set um from your application process it's very evident that you were very mindful for where you applied um obviously service to others is a very big theme and you know I think you you said it correct there is a big thought in the Fellowship Community that it's a numbers game you should apply to 15 to 20 30 you know as many as possible and while I understand the the logic behind that um because it's so competitive I also want our listeners to really hone in on what you said right you don't want to just apply to places just to apply because it's going to increase your chances of getting a fellowship for me again yes I applied to 12 but originally I had a list of 24 and after sitting down with trusted family members I realized that 12 of those I was applying to just to say I was applying I had no real intention of wanting to live there I had no real intention of connecting with that organization so I think what I want our viewers to take away from this response of yours is you know it is a place you're going to live and so you don't just want to apply because it oh my gosh I'll get a fellowship you should apply because you resonate the mission the vision resonates with you and it's a place that you could see yourself living and potentially even settling down because sometimes fellows you know they do a fellowship and they stick around for a decade or more um at that organization or in that City so I I just want to call that out that this was such a good response on your end and and I appreciate you highlighting that um and so now you know digging deeper in takes your experience at at luminous Health tell our listeners first the logistical piece of this Fellowship right so what is the format of the fellowship is it Project based is it um is it more rotation based do you have co-fellows is it one year is it twoe kind of what can you set the stage for this specific fellowship please for sure I'd love to set the stage so the Luminous Health administrative Fellowship is a one-year project-based program the preceptor for the program is the CEO of the health system Tori bis who was actually a administrative fellow herself back in the day so she really knows the value of what this fellowship and what fellowships in general can offer sure and then the two other preceptors are the two Hospital presidents uh within the health system so there's Sherry Perkins who is the president of the annerundal medical center and is my preceptor and then there's Denine Richmond who is the president of the doctor's Community Medical Center and she is the preceptor for my co- fellow who is a GW mha Alum so this program really requires you to take initiative as with any sort of project-based fellowship program you really have to do your research and understanding of what's happening but it comes pretty easily easy in the sense that as a fellow we really have the privilege of knowing a lot of what happens so I'll just kind of walk you through key meetings that we sit through on a given week first we start every Monday morning with the Luminous Health Hospital executive committee so we are a two hosp health system and with that comes a lot of integration efforts that are needed to ensure that we kind of have these standardized processes in place while also respecting our localized unique entities that are again Anna Rundle and doctor's Community Medical Center so we started the morning with that and it's led by the two Hospital presidents as well as the COO who we actually have an overarching coo for the two hospitals as well as the CMOS and cnos as well as the administrative fellows then that afternoon we actually spend time with the Luminous Health CEO Council which is again the SE Suite executive leadership office and what we do is Tori will facilitate that meeting and it will basically be an opportunity for all of us to provide updates on what we're working on and yes that includes fellows she wants to know what we're working on and so we kind of start out by naming good things that are happening we go into lightning round updates and then we go go into the more formal presentation of what's Happening across the system what do we need to keep in mind other than that we have on a monthly Cadence the all luminous Leadership Council which is a two to 300 person meeting of senior leaders across the entire health system and my co-fellows at that meeting on a monthly basis about the true north metrics which are essentially our guiding metrics that will allow for us to achieve the progress and the certain targets that we want to we also have the Luminous Health executive Leadership Council which meets on a quarterly basis so I could keep listing really cool meetings we get to sit in on but the fact of the matter is that we get a lot of exposure to not only leaders but to initiatives that are happening sure some cool initiatives that we are seeing right now is the implementation of ukg as the new human resources and payroll platform and that is a tremendous initiative that's happening right now and I have the utmost respect for our HR it and finance team that's really putting that together additionally at the Anar rundal Medical Center we're doing a lot of occupancy management and Hospital throughput work that I actually get to be a part of which has been really really great and it's really developed my love for Hospital medicine operations so there's so many things happening across the system that we get to sit in on and as along with that be engaged in yeah absolutely and and it seems like mentorship is a big part of the fellowship and I know a lot of fellows actually do specific fellowships or go to specific Health Systems because of how well they can be mentored by senior leadership um and so I know you talked about all the meetings that you and your co- fellow get to sit on or you know the things you guys get to do in the fellowship itself um you know can you also work on projects together or do fellows kind of go their separate ways after the first couple months yeah that's a good point so my Koval and I definitely interact on a daily basis with regards to a lot of things we actually send out a weekly report of key drivers or key metrics that we need to keep in mind in both hospitals and so that data management is an integral part again the true north metrics that we report on a monthly basis we collaborate on but with regards to more maybe strategic or operational projects one thing that we've actually been working on together is potentially looking into a hospital atome work plan and how that could be deployed and it's really required us to think about the research and the different aspects of how do you make this logistically possible and there's so many benefits to it but we've done some lit review so far as well as talk to our preceptor the CEO on a weekly basis about what that could entail and so I think it's definitely what you make of it my co- fellow and I what I really enjoy is that we come together in many ways and have many strengths that come together but we also have our own unique interests that we've kind of fall um we're kind of falling into and so I really appreciate the fact that the fellowship uh provides us that space to flourish on our own while also really emphasizing the fact that healthc care is a team effort and so you should know how to be a team player and that's why I'm so glad I have a co- fellow in this process yeah absolutely Healthcare is so big on teams and I I do think that having one or more co-fellows does make the process a little bit easier because regardless of the organization that you're a part of if you have a co- fellow or a cohort of fellows you can be doing your own things but at the same time you've kind of have a safe space and a home base to go to someone who's kind of experiencing similar things and and can really be a thought partner for the fellowship experience and of course when it comes to recruitment it's always helpful to have more than one person tell me about it oh my gosh um we joke you know in the fellowship cycle um that your first job as a fellow is literally hiring your replacement um and so super helpful when there's two or more people working because I think you know not to get too much into it but recruitment for fellows is a whole other process and and and you know it there's a lot of logistics and moving pieces to get the right people on site and and finally find the fellow for the following year oh my gosh I will say that that process taught me so much about change management and the value being Nimble you really have to just expect the unexpected and take it in full stride and just keep moving I mean it is such a such a meaningful lesson that you learn through that process of building the application portal and then starting to welcome those people and it was such a such a great process and I'm so happy with the two fellows we've selected and in general I've just learned so much through it yeah absolutely absolutely and so I think kind of building off of that um not so much the recruitment process but when you look back at your fellowship process of course you were you did well you were successful in securing a fellowship and more importantly a fellowship kind of in the home state or the place where you wanted to live to our listeners you know what's one thing if you looked back on the fellowship cycle that you want future candidates to be mindful of or something that maybe you would redo if you had the chance again I would say I would just remember to trust the process and remember that everything happens for a reason those rejections that I received it was definitely defeating because I put my all into it right it might have been three applications and I I get that it was only three however in those three I put a lot of time Blood Sweat and Tears if I may say into them so when you fly halfway across the country to do that final round interview and it doesn't end up the way you thought it would and you did phenomenally and you think it was received well but there are other factors in play that you just can't help it it makes you question you know what you have to offer but throughout this process of applying to Fellowship sites I have met the most incredibly talented kind and brilliant people and so I'm also REM reminding myself that in the process of flying out to these sites I met people who I hope will be in my network in the long run and I have the utmost respect for them and even if things happened not in my way or in the Luminous case that happened in my favor just remembering that there's a path for everyone and it's just a matter of how it will happen not if it will happen because everyone is destined for something big and something good it's just a matter of what exactly that path will include and I just wish I could tell myself a year ago like you're G to be fine you're G to be just fine and you will be on Cloud9 having the most amazing Fellowship experience the things I've learned the growth I've experienced in just four short months coming up on five now actually I'm just so blown away and I'm I have no words to express my gratitude for this opportunity yeah absolutely and again just incredible advice on your part um I think I'm also a big believer and like everything you know works out and and you know the whole notion of what's meant for you will find you and I think you have to you have to trust the process when it comes to the fellowship cycle because it isn't emotional roller coaster and you will drive yourself insane if you you know even spend too much time on LinkedIn watching other people upload their updates you know sometimes it's good to step away um and just take a break but no incredible advice um and you know I always like to ask my guests kind of like a fun question um you know fellows will often times move cross country or halfway across the country to um join a health system and so what is something about the DMV that you absolutely love um you know what is something that maybe someone who's never been there or never lived there should know should they be considering that area and should they be considering luminous oh my gosh so if I had to pick you have to give me three things to say though I just can't pick go for it the DMV is humongous again for those of you who don't know it's DC Maryland Virginia right so very unique identities I'm a marylander so I am very passionate about just the good old Anapolis area I have grown to just love love love Anapolis I think it's such a Charming City it's the capital of Maryland and I have just really grown to love what it has to offer what it means to me my family the community especially working at the annerundal medical center it's such a staple in that area I love Anapolis and you have to check it out now if you're more so on the DC side then you can't go wrong with a DC brunch I love a good DC brunch there's always a saying that when you're at brunch in DC no one is sitting down they're always on their feet dancing and it's just such a fun fun time and then lastly so I'm a trained dancer I've trained in an Indian classical dance form called pantium and I also take workshops and explore different styles of dance across the DMV and so even if you're not a trained dancer you don't have to be but just get up and try something new and it could be a salsa class it could be a Bollywood fusion class it could be whatever I just think that the dance Community here is thriving it's amazing the culture that they've fostered is phenomenal and I cannot recommend it enough yeah I love that I love that I am a big fan of DC I love the Georgetown area or even just as cheesy as it sounds walking across Capitol um you know Capitol Hill or going going to the Lincoln Memorial which is my favorite Monument which is so nerdy I realize having a favorite Monument um but I I think you know very underrated and I and I do love DC and then to your last Point um I also trained in dance and so I love that you highlighted um that there is something for everyone and you know keeping an open mind and trying new things even if it's even if you're not a trained dancer abolutely anybody can dance I firmly believe in that yes absolutely I would agree with that um you know th those are the only questions that I have but muu I just want to say thank you so much um a huge portion of this podcast is bringing people early in their Fellowship almost done with their fellowship or a year out of their Fellowship to really highlight you know different organizations different perspectives and I really enjoyed having you um on the episode today and I genuinely believe that the advice that you gave specifically for you know the fellowship and picking your sites but then also about you know the the one of the last questions I asked you about trusting the process will really resonate and help a lot of our listeners so thank you again for joining me tonight thank you so much I just want to say I think this platform is awesome I'm so appreciative of the work that you're doing and the entire team is doing to really Foster these conversations administrative fellowships are invaluable and I really hope that we can really show people how to put their best foot forward as they apply to them and as they also take part in one so thank you so much</p>
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