10 Questions 10の質問
Q1.
なぜ循環器内科医に
なろうと思いましたか？
Why did you decide to become a cardiologist?
Because the senior doctors I worked with during my residency were inspiring./Because I felt infinite possibilities within the small organ that is the heart./Because I wanted to be able to treat patients across a wide range—from acute to chronic phases—and the research also seemed fascinating.
Because I wanted to gain skills in both pharmacological treatment and procedures, while also being able to manage the patient’s overall condition.
Because I find it rewarding to diagnose diseases and build a logical treatment plan based on each condition.
Because I was drawn to the fact that diagnosis and treatment can be completed entirely within the department.
Q2.
循環器内科医のやりがいは？ What is challenging about being a cardiologist?
The Joy of Recovery and Words of Gratitude
One of the greatest rewards comes from witnessing patients recover and return to their daily lives after treatment. Encounters with patients looking healthy at follow-up visits, or receiving heartfelt letters of thanks—these moments where gratitude is directly expressed bring deep fulfillment to my work.
The Tangible Impact of Treatment
One of the most compelling aspects of cardiovascular medicine is the ability to see immediate results in acute-phase treatments. The relief of chest pain after PCI, improvements in severe heart failure or arrhythmia, and discharges from intensive care—all of these visible outcomes provide daily motivation and satisfaction.
Responsibility and Extraordinary Experiences as a Specialist
There is a profound sense of responsibility and accomplishment in responding swiftly to patients on the brink of life and death and saving lives. This field offers special experiences, such as engaging in deep conversations that touch the patient’s life story or encountering rare and challenging cases.
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患者さんの回復と時折頂く感謝の言葉
治療によって患者の症状が改善し、日常生活へ復帰する姿を見ることは大きな喜びです。外来で元気な姿に再会したり、お礼の手紙をもらうなど、感謝の気持ちが直接伝わる経験がやりがいにつながっています。
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治療効果を実感できる醍醐味
急性期治療で効果がすぐに現れる場面は、循環器内科の大きな魅力です。
PCI後の胸痛消失や重症心不全・不整脈の改善、集中治療後の退院など、
目に見える成果が日々の活力となっています。 -
専門職としての責任と特別な経験
生死の境にある患者さんに迅速に対応し、救命するという使命感とそれに伴う達成感があります。患者との深い対話を通じてその人生に触れたり、珍しい症例に出会うことも、この分野ならではの特別な経験です。
Q3.
夢やビジョンは？ What are your dreams and visions?
I want to be the kind of physician who considers each patient’s life and makes treatment decisions together with them.
Ultimately, I aspire to become a top-level interventional cardiologist
While maintaining a high level of clinical skills and knowledge as a physician, I want to contribute to transforming the future of medicine through research
I aspire to become a physician who, beyond their area of specialization, possesses broad medical knowledge and can respond to patients’ needs from multiple perspectives.
Q4.
何科と迷いましたか？ What department were you unsure about?
Surgery (including cardiovascular surgery and thoracic surgery)
Internal medicine (including respiratory and digestive systems)
Anesthesiology (6 doctors) Emergency medicine (including life support and ER)
Pediatrics (including pediatric surgery)
Q5.
神戸大学循環器内科
学教室の強みは？
What are the strengths of?
Friendly people and pleasant atmosphere
Many areas of specialization, making it easy to consult with others
Well-developed education system and research support
Supportive environment for female doctors
Strong connections and networks with colleagues
Good balance between location and size in Kobe
Q6.
教室の雰囲気を一言で Describe the atmosphere of the medical office in one word.
Vibrant and energetic!
Driven by youthful energy
Diversity
Professionalism
A welcoming, family-like atmosphere
A strong sense of camaraderie
Warm and caring
Relaxed and friendly
Supportive of residents and fellows
Q7.
仕事で悩んだら誰に
相談しますか？
Who do you consult when you have work-related concerns?
Family (including wife and husband)
Supervisor/group leader
Peers/colleagues/old friends
Senior doctors/supervisors
Specific doctors I respect
My own opinion/depending on the situation
Q8.
ライフスタイルで
大事にしていることは？
What do you value in your lifestyle?
Value time with family and home
Get plenty of sleep (about 8 hours) Maintain a good work-life balance
Manage your health (exercise and diet)
Make sure to set aside time for hobbies and relaxation
Value your private life
Q9.
神戸の
おすすめスポットは？
What are some recommended spots in Kobe?
Harborland/Meriken Park/The night view from Mount Rokko
/Arima Onsen hot springs/Kitanozaka district
/A wide variety of excellent restaurants
Q10.
未来の後輩たちに
伝えたいこと
What I want to convey to future juniors
Take your time and don’t rush.
Team medicine and valuing your colleagues.
Cardiology is a rewarding field, so I hope you will join us.
Enjoy the present, cherish your life as a medical student, and develop
the determination and flexibility required of a doctor.
