Editor's note: Jinu Christopher is an Indian MBBS intern at ZJU-ISM. During this interview, she shares her experiences of the last year as an intern and also conveys best wishes to the incoming juniors.

Q1: Could you please introduce yourself?

My name is Jinu Christopher, a senior student from Zhejiang University. I've just recently completed my internship at the Fourth Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine. I am gonna talk a little about the past year I've spent as both an intern of the hospital as well as a student at the International School of Medicine, Zhejiang University (ZJU-ISM), both located in Yiwu.

Q2: How was your life as an intern at ZJU-ISM?

It was quite interesting actually. Here are some highlights. We were required to observe and assist for a few days under supervision if ideal patients were found, and we would help doctors write disease course reports for patients if we were up to it. We also had the opportunities to assist in surgeries when needed or if interested. The clinical exposure I've had in these months definitely gave me more confidence in dealing with patients.

But there were not all just duties and responsibilities here, interns were often invited to participate in events held at ZJU-ISM, such as sports meetings and the "Taste Food, Taste Culture" activity, etc.

Q3: What do you want to say to the incoming juniors?

I want to say, the past year has been eventful, and I am very grateful for the doctors and other teachers who have helped me along in the last year of my degree. Here, you will no doubt find your internship year to be the culmination of the years of learning.

At last, I wish you a happy and fruitful life at ZJU-ISM!

Written by: Jinu Christopher

Edited by: Yang Wenqiang