This week on Resident Spotlight is Dr. Henry He is a distinguished member of our faculty, known for his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient care. With a strong focus on both research and clinical practice, Dr. He brings a wealth of experience and insight to his role. His dedication to his work is matched by his enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals.
What’s the best part about your job?
Bearing witness to the moments of love and strength in each of our patients’ journeys.
Favourite song:
Hard to pick a single one, but Won’t Live Here by Daniel Caesar.
Favourite past-time activity:
Laying down in the park or the beach and watching the clouds pass by.
Favourite restaurant in your community:
Saku!!! Mouth-watering katsu (pork, chicken, and vegetarian options too) with unlimited rice, salad, and miso soup!
A book or article you would recommend:
The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté and The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo; both have drastically changed how I view the impact of trauma on health, and my personal relationship with the material world.
Best piece of advice for new physicians:
“Pain is what happens to a body, but suffering is what happens to a person” – Dr. Nicola Macpherson (The Jedi Approach to Pain, Episode I: Pain Assessment).
Beihai Park, Beijing (December 2023)