On the weekend of October 28, I had the opportunity to represent the St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences as chapter delegate and chapter policy vice president at the Region 1 Midyear Regional Meeting (MRM). I presented on the importance of medical intervention focusing on polypharmacy in the older and geriatric population through state and community support. It was a humbling experience, and one which has taught me more about myself and my profession.

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As a former Division II collegiate volleyball player, exercise and physical fitness have always been a major area of focus in my life. My days would begin with 5:00 am weightlifting and conditioning, followed by 2- to 2.5-hour practices before classes even began for the day. This was how my days were spent during my time with the team.