My Journey: From Dentistry to Health Tech

Where It All Began

Growing up, dentistry was the family profession—a path that seemed predetermined. But my heart? It was always with technology. While I was expected to follow in the family's footsteps, I was secretly the kid who couldn't wait for the next smartphone release, diving deep into chip architectures, processor designs, and the latest tech innovations.

This was during the golden age of consumer tech—when every new device felt revolutionary, when tech companies were pushing boundaries, and when the smartphone wars were at their peak. I was absolutely hooked.

The Consoles That Changed Everything

My first two consoles—the PlayStation 2 and Nintendo 64—were more than just gaming devices. They were my gateway into the world of technology. These weren't just toys; they were engineering marvels that sparked my curiosity about how things worked, how code brought experiences to life, and how technology could create entirely new worlds.

From that moment, I knew technology wasn't just a hobby—it was my passion. I started learning about hardware architectures, reading tech blogs, watching every keynote, and understanding what made great technology truly transformative.

Two Years in Dentistry

I went ahead and did what was expected—I completed my dental degree (BDS) and practiced dentistry for two years. But here's the thing: even while treating patients, even during those long clinical hours, I couldn't get tech off my mind.

I'd finish a procedure and immediately check the latest tech news. I'd be reading research papers about dental techniques, but find myself more excited about papers on machine learning and data science. The writing was on the wall—or rather, on my browser history.

Finding My Path

Then it hit me: Why choose between healthcare and tech when I could combine both?

I had clinical experience. I understood the pain points in healthcare. I knew what doctors needed. And I was passionate about technology. Health Informatics wasn't just a compromise—it was the perfect fusion of everything I cared about.

Today, I get to build predictive models that save lives, create systems that make clinicians' jobs easier, and use machine learning to solve real healthcare challenges. I'm the same tech-obsessed kid who loved gaming consoles—except now I'm building technology that actually improves patient outcomes.

What I Love Outside Work

At my core, I'm still that kid who fell in love with tech through gaming. Here's what keeps me excited:

Moments That Matter

The Best of Both Worlds

Looking back, everything makes sense now. Those hours playing video games taught me about user experience. My obsession with smartphone architecture taught me systems thinking. My dental background gave me clinical credibility. And my passion for technology drives me to innovate.

I'm not just a data scientist—I'm a clinician who codes, a gamer who builds healthcare solutions, and a tech enthusiast who saves lives through data. And honestly? I wouldn't have it any other way.