Today, the AWESOME is in Connecticut. Shay Taylor, 32, is returning to Yale New Haven Hospital as an anesthesiology resident, years after working there as a janitor. Unsure of her path after high school, she took the job to support herself. Her life changed when her mother’s serious condition was repeatedly misdiagnosed. Advocating for her led to a correct diagnosis and inspired Taylor to pursue medicine. While continuing janitorial work, she attended college, earned a master’s degree, and was accepted to medical school at Howard University. Her emotional Match Day reaction went viral, symbolizing a full-circle journey and her mission to advocate for overlooked patients.
and THAT’S AWESOME.
