Maranda Thompson, MD, PhD, is a new resident physician at UNMC Department of Anesthesiology.
Why did you choose the medical field? I am the oldest of four, and growing up I had a large role in raising my siblings. I realized my passion for caring for others, which led me to pursue a career in medicine.
What made you choose anesthesiology? I chose anesthesiology because it allows me to be part of a team that cares for patients during their most critical and stressful moments. I value the opportunity to use my skill set to help some of the sickest patients.
List three accomplishments you are proud of:
- I am proud of being a first-generation student with an MD/PhD.
- I bought a house built in the 1930s and have slowly but surely been making it my own. I just finished re-doing my bathroom.
- I grew 23 butternut squash last summer (I’m still trying to finish them). I didn’t think all six plants would live.
Three things about you that others may not know:
- I have a three-legged cat named Ilene because she leans.
- I love dad jokes.
- I like to be creative and find different projects (see Burke High Teen Center).