Gurjinder S. Olekh, MD
Name
Gurjinder S. Olekh, MD
Residency Program
Psychiatry
Program Year
PGY-1
Medical School
Ross University School of Medicine
Home
Abbotsford, British Columbia
About
Why did you pursue this field?
I knew I wanted to do either Family Medicine or Psychiatry. Family Medicine requires knowing a lot more information while in Psychiatry, you can be more of a master on the topic. This as well as a familial connection to the subject drew me more towards the Psychiatry specialty.
What are some daily habits/rituals you have?
During the week, I wake up at the same time every day and eat the same things for breakfast, lunch and dinner. After getting home from work, I work on some test prep, try to do a couple of practice questions and read about one new pharmaceutical every night.
Any advice for students interested in medicine?
Don’t be afraid to travel to different sites to practice. It may be scary to do residency somewhere far from home, but I know people doing it who are very happy with their experience so far.