Eija Kent, MD, MPH (She/Her)
Biography
Why did you choose WIH/Brown OB/GYN?
I saw a lot of my own values and goals reflected in Brown's mission statement. On the day of my interview, I could tell that the program staff embodied those values and had meaningful experiences to back them up. I was looking for a program committed to advocacy with a robust family planning curriculum - Brown was the perfect fit!
What are your interests within OB/GYN?
Family Planning & Advocacy.
What is your favorite thing to do in Providence and/or Rhode Island?
I love exploring New England! Skiing is one of my favorite activities, but I also love reading at the beach.
Where do you live?
Mount Hope neighborhood on the east side of Providence
One fun fact about you:
I was a competitive gymnast growing up. My party trick is doing the splits!
One piece of advice for candidates:
Follow your gut instincts! It's easy to get swayed and confused by all the advice, but trust that you know yourself best at the end of the day. You will end up at the program that is the best fit for you.