What I loved about the TRP was how it was a very welcoming and supportive atmosphere for sharing ideas openly with very friendly faculty. I am growing my career in clinical operations of drug development as a clinical trials monitor and I am excited to be able to use my learnings from TRP to find ways to build up a clinical trials framework in Pakistan, my home country.

What I enjoyed most was the incredible opportunities for collaboration and sharing perspectives. Now, looking forward to the future, I can’t wait to apply the knowledge and tools I gained during my time in the TRP. My time in the TRP has been all about growth, collaboration, and finding my passion.

I can confidently say that it is a worthwhile journey that involves a lot of professional and personal refinement. I entered the program out of my undergraduate degree and was quickly shocked by how different the academic experience is within the TRP. I’m currently studying for the MCAT, but I’m also transitioning into a role with Ontario Health as a renal clinical program specialist.

I enjoyed working with many different people on various projects and learning from their own unique experiences within the healthcare system. After graduation, I am looking forward to incorporating translational research principles as I pursue my career in medicine, such as continuous reflections and constantly exploring unmet needs as I engage with more clinical research and patient encounters.

I really enjoyed the TRP for the friends I made, and how it provided me with both flexibility to work independently while developing my group’s capstone project. The most important thing I gained from the TRP was learning how to learn from others, so no matter where I go from here, whether that be into healthcare or research or social work, that lesson is going to strengthen my ability to adapt to new situations and work well alongside others

I am an aspiring physician educator, and I am looking forward to bringing patient-centric approaches to healthcare innovation and education. TRP has taught me to stay resilient in the face of adversity, be comfortable navigating uncertainty, and to always stay curious and open-minded.

I found immense joy in forging lasting bonds with like-minded peers who continually inspire me. I joined the TRP with the aspiration of revolutionizing the healthcare system and aiding those in need. The TRP experience has empowered me to pursue what may seem unattainable, embrace boundless imagination, and dream on a grand scale.

I joined the TRP because I wanted to work in the healthcare space but in a way that was more directly aligned with my goals and in a way that I could feel more of an impact. I am very interested in health inequalities, mental health, and aging. I found out about this program and got really excited about the opportunity to problem solve for healthcare issues. 

In my view, one of the most distinctive and rewarding aspects of TRP was its strong focus on personal growth. Specifically, what truly set this program apart was prioritizing developing essential human skills to focusing on the mechanics of translation. These skills have proven to be timeless, providing us with the ability to thrive in new and unfamiliar environments. They equip us with the capacity to adeptly analyze problems, uncover underlying needs, and design effective interventions.