Ellie Proussaloglou, MD (She/Her)
Biography
Why did you choose Brown/WIH Ob/Gyn?
While reading through the website I was struck by the unique academic offerings (especially the breast surgery rotation!) and the significant amount of elective time given to residents (3 weeks as a PGY2 and 6 as a PGY3). My interview day confirmed everything I had learned online and I left the social event feeling like I had just spent a couple of hours hanging out with old friends...I knew I had found the right place!
What are your interests within OB/GYN?
I really love every part of ObGyn care and providing comprehensive women's health but am passionate about cancer care and understanding issues related to quality of life, survivorship, and the cost of care. I'm deciding between a career in Gynecologic Oncology or Breast Surgical Oncology and am excited to continue to care for women with cancer long-term.
What is your favorite thing to do in Providence or Rhode Island?
Eat and drink all of the delicious things that Providence has to offer; for my favorite cappuccino, head to Bolt Coffee.
Where do you live?
The East Side (Hope Village), dangerously close to Seven Stars Bakery on Hope Street.
One fun fact about you
I speak Greek fluently
One piece of advice for candidates
First of all, try as hard as you can to be yourself in interviews- programs are trying to find their right fit but so are you… the more you can act like yourself, the easier it will be to see if XYZ program is right for you. Second, take time to treat yourself on the interview trail to destress. When possible, splurge on a fancy donut, local workout class, nice meal, or even a hotel room to give yourself some time to unwind between hours of interviews and small talk.