Embrace both the challenges and opportunities this program offers. Health informatics is a rapidly evolving field, and the key to success is staying open to continuous learning. Try to connect what you’re learning with real-world applications—it will not only deepen your understanding but also amplify your impact. And yes, balancing work and studies can be tough, but the effort is deeply rewarding.
Dr. Tania Tajirian’s journey through the Master of Health Informatics (MHI) program at the University of Waterloo is a story of ambition, resilience, and a deep passion for transforming healthcare. After completing a Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of New Brunswick, Tania earned her MD from the University of Ottawa and went on to complete her family medicine residency in Toronto. In 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, she made a pivotal decision to pursue the MHI program.
Balancing the demands of a full-time medical career and the MHI program as a part-time student was no small feat. Yet, Tania was determined to combine her clinical expertise with her growing interest in healthcare technology. She saw the MHI program as the perfect opportunity to fuel her passion for digital transformation in healthcare.
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