Karissa Babooram

Karissa Babooram (Trinidad)

Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology (NMMIT), Class of 2019

Biography

My name is Karissa Babooram and I am in the Nuclear Medicine stream of the Medical Radiation Sciences Program. I am originally from Trinidad but moved to Toronto in order to complete my post-secondary education. I enjoy going to the gym and I love that in the MRS program we have access to both the UofT and Michener facilities. My plan for the future is to build an amazing career as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist and to further my education.

What and where did you study before joining MRS?

I previously studied at York University where I graduated with a double major in Biology and Psychology.

What attracted you to the MRS program?

I have always had an interest in the medical field and that is why I decided to apply to Michener and I am incredibly happy with the path that I have chosen. I was attracted to the MRS program because I not only had the appropriate prerequisites but because it had a mixture of both the theory and clinical exposure. I also liked that it was a joint program with the University of Toronto because it gave us additional certifications upon graduation.

How is MRS different from your previous university experience?

MRS is a lot different from my previous university experience because it is very hands-on, specialized and consists of a small bunch of us students but I enjoy the smaller class sizes and everything that is taught to us is very specific to Nuclear Medicine.

What do you like best about the program?

I love that this program has a built in 1 year clinical placement because it really builds your resume and gives you great experience before applying to jobs. The clinical exposure allows you decide whether or not this is the right career for you and it puts together all the theory that you’ve learnt in the classroom. It also helps to build your social and technical skills.

What is your favourite spot/activity on or near campus?

My favorite spot on campus is definitely the Michener Gym. I have met many friends there and I considered it my relaxation time between classes or after clinicals.

How is the workload? Do you have time to get involved in campus life, sports, clubs or to work part-time?

The workload in this program is very manageable especially if you have attended university previous to this. I was able to get involved in volunteering at Michener, join clubs at UofT, become a Board of Examiners member and hold a part-time job off-campus. You will be able to do lots of extra-curricular activities if that is something you would like to do.

Where was your clinical placement? What was it like?

My clinical placement was at the The Hospital for Sick Children. I had an amazing experience at this site and I thank the Nuclear Medicine staff there for preparing me to enter the real world. Working with children was very different and challenging at times but it helped me to really build upon my patient care skills but I grew to love working with kids.

What are your plans for after graduation?

After graduation I will be starting my career as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist at a hospital in which I recently got hired.

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