Goodbyes

Goodbyes are hard.

Whether it be a death, a move or just life changes.

Luckily none are forever and the last two can be temporary.

But that doesn’t make them any easier.

Today I said goodbye to two of my favorite residents. They started their residency when I started my new position in the Integrated Center for Education. I saw them almost every other week for 3 years. I got to know them very well. They became friends, not just colleagues. & now both are graduated and on their way to a career and a fellowship.

To say I am happy for them is an understatement. But I’m also sad for me & for Gundersen. These two residents made a lasting impression on not just me but on a lot of patients, attendings and families.

Some day I hope to see them again but until then, I thank social media, cellphones and lots of pictures to keep us in touch!

Good luck Kelli and Mark! ❤️

“Good friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they’re always there…”