Imposter Syndrome – AAMC

Read article - An opinion piece by Roshini Pinto-Powell, associate professor of medicine and of medical education, in which she discusses the impact of imposter syndrome on medical students, and shares advice on how to recognize and counteract imposter traits. "Once you recognize that you might have Imposter Syndrome, seek out an advisor or mentor. It is important to gain perspective as you will realize that you are not alone," says Pinto-Powell. "Embrace being a novice and focus on developing a growth mindset. Each student enters medical school with different strengths. Comparing yourself to your peers is unhelpful, but sharing expertise among colleagues lifts everyone's performance."