Road Tripping Across North America: A Medical Student’s Perspective

Abstract

This explorative report provides an overview of the experiences and insights of a Canadian medical student’s seven-week, solo road trip across the United States and Canada. Examples of travel moments and mishaps are used to provide insight into personal reflections regarding emotional resiliency, healthcare sustainability and therapeutic relationships.

Keywords

• Person, Wellness, Humanities, Emotional Resiliency, Compassionate Care, Healthcare Sustainability, Communication