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WOMEN IN
MEDICINE

taking care of others

while taking care of

yourself

By Laura Huete, MD, MBA, FACMQ, CMQ

S I’m one of those fortunate few. As a young girl, I knew I support during my education, and I am always grateful to them for
ome kids just know what they want to do from an early age.
all the help they provided.
wanted to be a physician and to help others become well
One of the most enjoyable aspects of medicine is teaching others,
and live healthy. whether it be my own patients or with my colleagues. As Senior
I love practicing medicine. It combines my love for science with Medical Director at WellMed Medical Group, I have the opportunity
taking care of others. Nothing deterred me from my dream, not to coach, lead and mentor in a way that is incredibly fulfilling. Hav-
even the demands of training and the challenges of learning how ing the chance to greatly impact our patient population by providing
to care for others. I honestly couldn’t imagine doing anything else. access to quality health care is an incredible privilege.
I am the only physician in my family. My family gave me so much Through innovative technology, physicians like me have access

20 San Antonio Medicine • November 2018