"Reflecting on my transformative journey from an eager medical student at SDM Medical College to a Neurologist, I am filled with immense gratitude and pride. Between 2004 and 2010, SDM Medical College was not just an educational institute for me; it was a launching pad for my dreams and aspirations in the field of neurology. The academic environment at SDM was invigorating, blending rigorous coursework with inspiring mentorship. The faculty, passionate and knowledgeable, were instrumental in igniting my interest in neurology, guiding me through complex concepts and encouraging me to learn. The clinical training, a bedrock of the SDM experience, was exceptional. It provided a real-world canvas to apply classroom theories, allowing me to witness the profound impact of medical care on patients’ lives. But SDM was more than its academics. The campus life was a tapestry of cultural richness and intellectual diversity. It was here that I balanced the intensity of medical studies with my passion for music, finding solace in the strings of my guitar. This harmonious blend of learning and leisure cultivated a wholesome educational experience. The friendships and connections I made at SDM, both with peers and mentors, have been a constant source of strength and inspiration in my professional journey. In retrospect, SDM Medical College was a crucible where my passion for medicine was nurtured and my career path in neurology and stroke medicine was cemented. It’s a place I enthusiastically recommend to future medical aspirants, a place where dreams are nurtured, and futures are forged."