Have you suffered from any serious illness, disabilities or health challenge?

No

Is there a history of any serious illness, disability or health challenge in your family?

No

Is there a history of cancer in your family?

Maternal grandmother diagnosed with breast cancer at 83 (no other family breast cancer history). Paternal grandmother diagnosed with throat cancer at 78 (smoker)

Is there any history of mental illness in your family?

No

Have you been diagnosed with depression, ADHD, or ADD?

No

Do you currently have any health challenges?

No

How often do you smoke cigarettes/vape?

Never

How many alcoholic drinks do you consume per week?

None

Have you ever had any cosmetic surgery?

No

What is your education level?

B.A. in Neuroscience, Harvard University

What is the name of the highest level of school you attended?

Currently pursing MD at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

ACT and SAT Score (or the equivalent in your country)

2210

What is/was your Major/Field of Study?

Neuroscience

Other achievements or honors of note?

Herchel Smith Summer Fellow 2017 National Collegiate Research Conf. 2018 Undergraduate thesis published in 'Nature' Kirkland Arts Award 2018 Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholar

Are you currently working? If so, what is your occupation?

Medical Student

What was the defining moment that made you choose your field of study/career path?

In high school, I volunteered to help people with inadequate housing or none at all. Many of the people I met struggled with chronic illnesses that left them disabled. I chose medicine to heal people like them and hopefully work to make healthcare more accessible to all.

How would you describe your personality?

I tend to be a calm and steady presence in all situations. I like to keep a level head and an analytical outlook, but I also care deeply about others and strive to carry myself with empathy and warmth.

How would people who know you describe you?

Friends and family describe me as stoic, passionate, contemplative, and calming. I am known for making people feel at ease, for speaking thoughtfully, and on occasion for a whimsical sense of humor.

What is your favorite cuisine or dish to consume?

Mediterranean

What is a book you love?

The Once and Future King by T.H. White

What books are you currently reading?

Either Or by Soren Kierkegaard, Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman

Favorite TV Shows/Movies?

Casablanca, Princess Mononoke, Lord of the Rings, Amadeus

Favorite Bands/Musicians?

Queen, Astor Piazzola, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Benny Goodman, Verdi

Do you play any instruments?

None

Any sports you enjoy/excel at?

Fencing

What hobbies/activities do you enjoy?

Board games, Calligraphy

Favorite places you’ve visited or would love to travel to?

My favorite places I have traveled are The West Highland Way, Scotland; Copenhagen, Denmark; Glendalough, Ireland; and Denali, Alaska.

Who are you closest to in your family and why?

I have always been closest to my mother. She does everything she can for her children, but the most important thing for me has always been her teaching. She could always turn any situation into an opportunity for a lesson on how to be a better, kinder, more competent person, and her words of wisdom have shaped my whole life.

Who are the most important people in your life?

My life is shaped tremendously by my family. We value being close, connected and dependable to our whole extended family through all the highs and lows of life.

What would you consider to be your greatest strengths?

Analytical problem-solving, intense focus, propensity to draw connections and observe patterns, and exceptional skill in understanding and communicating about others' emotions.

What are your special talents?

Singing, Voice Acting

What is something you've accomplished in life that you are most proud of?

I take enormous pride in my time working for a global health nonprofit that distributed treated mosquito nets to children and pregnant women to prevent malaria. Shortly after I came in, a heavy rainy season in Central Africa led to a massive rise in the disease; I managed to re-negotiate our costs and streamline operations so that we were able to deliver 50% more nets than the previous year and in less than half the time, helping thousands of vulnerable people stay healthy.

What is something people would be pleasantly surprised to learn about you?

I grew up on a farm and have a strong level of comfort and intuition with animals.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

In ten years, I would like to have a vibrant and loving family and small-town private medical practice of my own. I also hope to be active in organizing and improving my community through nonprofit work.

What is one change you wish to see in the world?

In my ideal world, people would see the best in one another, even through big mistakes and challenging times. Forgiveness and trust would be much more normal.

What are your favorite words to live by?

"...Every morning brought a noble chance, and every chance brought out a noble knight." -Tennyson, Le Mort d'Artur

Why do you want to become a sperm donor?

I met many inspiring parents and prospective parents when I was on the OBGYN service in medical school. I had the pleasure of taking care of many of them and sharing in their struggles and triumphs. Several were using assisted reproduction technology, and I admired their dedication. I want to do what I can to help families begin and grow.

If you could send the intended parents who are considering you a message, what would it be?

Your commitment to building a family inspires me. I know that someone who has worked so hard and thought so carefully in this journey to make a child has all the qualities of an outstanding parent.

Impressions from Elevate

Donor 345 exudes a sense of deep strength and genuine warmth that set you instantly at ease. As indicated by his responses, he demonstrates a genuine care for humanity and a passionate interest in the betterment of his local and global environments. With undeniably impressive academic achievements, it's not hard to see how he will easily be a valuable asset to any community in which he takes part.