Erick T. Barajas-Briseno

SUMMARY

Senior at the University of Houston Clear Lake majoring in Biological Science with Physiological/PreHealth specialization. Obtained associates degree in Multidisciplinary Studies back in 2023 now aspiring to enter medical school and one day become a Psychiatrist. Recently worked as a Medical Scribe for UTMB's Emergency Department for 1 year and as a Lifeguard Operations Supervisor for 2 years. Native in Spanish and intermediate in Japanese. Certified via American Red Cross in CPR/AED with LGI.

PROFFESIONAL PHYLOSOPHY

As I go through school, I always wanted to be one of those smart kids. Learning was not always the easiest to me. It was frustrating until I realized being one of those "smart kids" required hard work and dedication. I began studying endlessly to excel in my studies. My motivation stemming from wanting to be something bigger than my self, something that can make an impact in other's lives and really stick. 

"How can I stand out from others?" This is the phrase I always look back at. As a person with an extensive job history and academic record, I noticed one thing all my employers and class peers valued was my professionalism. Leading by example and demonstrating time management, work ethic, and emotional intelligence is what earned me my colleagues respect. 

As I pursue my education and career path as a Psychiatrist, I make sure to continue to improve and grow as if the world is watching me, or better yet, as if my future patients are watching me.

WHY A PSYCHIATRIST

I wanted to understand myself. I began taking more psychology courses to better understand the human emotions. I began learning to the point that's all I wanted to do. I learned to be more empathetic towards individuals. I eventually started working at and emergency room where I was able to experience psychiatric patients first hand, witnessing first hand how their mental disorders made the individuals act and think. The urge help them return to there daily lives feeling comfortable with themselves.  I disliked that these patients called themselves insane and crazy, it became my motivator to want to help people struggling with trauma that they are, in fact, sane, and the trauma they went through is not what identifies them. I believe every individual has their own worth and ability to grow, and I want to show the world that too.