In this podcast episode, we delve into Dr. Anna Costello’s pathway to becoming a rheumatologist. She shares her initial interest in oncology and the reasons as to why her decision took her to rheumatology and pediatric medicine. She discusses her educational background, from her undergraduate years at Brown University to her medical school experience and the unique opportunities that paved the way to her current position at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Costello opens up about her decision to pursue a fellowship and the challenges of transitioning from the working world back into education, providing valuable insights into her daily life and how she manages her physical and mental health. The episode also delves into her research interests, particularly in addressing diagnostic delays in patients with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and her approach to ensuring accurate diagnoses within limited timeframes.

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