Today’s guest is Dr. Shanika Esparaz! Dr. Esparaz is a private practice ophthalmologist in the Cleveland area. She practices a unique mix of comprehensive ophthalmology and medical retina. Dr. Esparaz completed medical school at Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine and completed her training in ophthalmology and vitreoretinal disease at Boston University.

In this episode we discuss Dr. Esparaz’s path to ophthalmology, the failures and struggles she’s faced along the way, and her tips for students and residents on their career paths. We also talk social media and the the many opportunities it has afforded Dr. Esparaz since completing her training.

To see more of Dr. Esparaz’s story check her out on Instagram @shani_esparazmd and Twitter @shaniesparazmd