06/08/2026
DIARY SESSION: MEDICAL INTERNS - Episode 2
What happens when your greatest fear becomes your very first test as a doctor?
For Dr. Rodgers, that moment came almost immediately after arriving at Kisubi Hospital. CPR and emergency resuscitation had always been his greatest fear. The thought of being responsible for saving a life in those critical moments was something he had long dreaded.
On the very day he was oriented on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the unimaginable happened. Within minutes, an emergency patient was rushed in, and there was no time to stand back. Dr. Rodgers stepped into the resuscitation team, confronting the very fear he had carried with him throughout medical school.
For eight relentless hours, he worked alongside experienced clinicians in a determined fight to save the patient's life. By the end of it all, the patient had been stabilized - and Dr. Rodgers had overcome one of the biggest fears of his medical career. It was more than a clinical experience; it was a life-changing lesson in courage, teamwork, and believing in the training that prepares doctors for the moments that matter most.
But that wasn't his only unforgettable milestone.
In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Rodgers also shares the emotions of performing his very first Caesarean section (C-section), a defining moment that deepened his confidence and reminded him of the privilege of bringing new life safely into the world.
His story is proof that becoming a doctor isn't simply about passing exams - it's about confronting fear, embracing responsibility, and discovering your strength when someone's life depends on you.
Watch as Dr. Rodgers reflects on how Kisubi Hospital shaped him through exceptional mentorship, hands-on training, and experiences that transformed fear into confidence.
Whether you're a medical student, an intern, a healthcare professional, or simply inspired by stories of resilience and service, this is a journey you won't want to miss.
At Kisubi Hospital, we don't just teach medicine - we help doctors overcome their fears, build confidence, and become the professionals patients can trust.
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