Ellen Douglass, 2020 recipient of the Dr. Burr Field Scholarship

Hometown: Ramona, Calif.

Favorite clinical rotation: My favorite clinical rotation thus far has been family medicine. I loved this rotation because I greatly valued the intergenerational relationships gained, continuity of care, and diversity of full-scope training.

What drew you to Family Medicine? It is the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of my future patients and develop longitudinal, meaningful patient connections throughout their lifespan that draws me to family medicine. I am so excited about the prospect of gaining broad- spectrum training in residency that will prepare me to serve the needs of my future community.

Anything else you want people to know about you? Outside of medicine I enjoy spending time with my partner and our border collie puppy named Benji. We love spending time outdoors enjoying all that nature has to offer.