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Born in Seoul, South Korea, and later moving to San Diego at the age of five, the narrator's upbringing is woven with the threads of an immigrant experience. Growing up without access to healthcare has deeply influenced their understanding of medical needs and the disparities faced by communities. A vivid childhood memory stands out: a serious injury to their mother’s foot ultimately treated by a veterinarian, highlighting the lengths to which families without proper healthcare would go. This pivotal moment sparked a passion for medicine, driven by a desire to address such challenges head-on.