Thursday, 12th January 2023

The man went away and began to publicize the whole matter.
He spread the report abroad

After my success at a nation wide exam, my name made it to the local news paper – many well wishers just like you lovely people – texted , called my parents and me for best wishes and congratulations! To be completely honest it felt really appreciated and my parents are beaming with pride!

The Lord made my dream come true last year. While everyone joined the field with dreams of surgeries and fame – all I ever wanted was to pass on the kindness my father received when ill! However , the tiny petty aspect in me , wanted the naysayers and haters to read it – often I would feel the imposter syndrome when I would see classmates who belonged to families of generational doctors and surgeons or meet people who would look down upon my parents but change their attitude once they realised I was academically gifted.

Today as I saw how the leper praised Jesus, I move forward to a new place, new community – even a new language , I know I am here to represent my people , my faith and be a beacon of hope to patients who come with such aspirations!

I hope and pray I succeed and thank each and every reader who commented or smiled or even prayed for me! I will always have you all in my heart!

PRAYER

Dear Lord, I surrender myself into your hands and put my wishes and dreams unto you! If I deserve it and you wish, let me do my best!

Amen.

About the Author

Hello! I’m Dr Analise Maria D’ Mello, (MBBS, MS obgyn, DNB) from the beautiful state of Goa in India. I was born and raised in a Roman Catholic family, learning my prayers, catechism and Catholic values from my parents and grandmothers. I am currently practicing as an obstetrician and gynecologist for 3 years since my residency. I often speak on anti-abortion to college students and married couples, and counsel distressed pregnant women with appropriate medical advice. I am part of the St Luke's Medical Guild of Catholic Doctors in my state providing services in prisons, and Lenten and advent retreats for medical professionals and their families.

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17 Comments

  1. Analise, I love your reflections as you write with such honesty about your thoughts/feelings which I so resonate with. And …you always conclude with your true desire to be God-centred. Thank you 🙏

  2. Amen!!! Analise, God be with you always. May He continue to mightily use you in your work for the glory of His kingdom.

  3. Dear Analise,I am a goan and y
    and possibly your father’s age. I pray that God may shower his countless blessings on you,keep on doing the good work you are doing, your parents are truly blessed to have a daughter as you 🙏 ….Bernardo Lopes

  4. Doctor
    Thank you for the reflections that you share as placed in your heart by the Lord.
    Congratulations on passing the exam, a new job in a new area.
    Continue to be a beam for the Lord and represent your family and village well.

  5. Congratulations on passing your exam. I look forward to reading your future posts, and how God leads you on in doing His/your work. God go with you.

  6. Godspeed to you Dr. Analise as you start this new chapter. I look forward to your honest and transparent reflections each week. You are in my prayers along with all those who take the to write reflections.

  7. I am smiling with happiness for your success in passing the exam. Congratulations! May you continue to hold on to your moral convictions and please God with the way you conduct your profession.

  8. Thank you Analise. May your love for three Lord keeps you strong and humble. May the light of His face shine upon you.

  9. Wonderful news and congratulations are in order. Like the healed leper blessed with the goodness of the Lord go forth and share the news. You are certainly doing it here for us at the Catholic Moment. Peace and best wishes to you my sister.

  10. Congratulations Doctor!
    Hard work and perseverance and God’s hand got you here! You truly an inspiration! May Gods hand be upon us all as we travel this earth on our journey to our Eternal Home.

  11. Congratulations again and continued prayers for you Analise,as you start this next chapter in your career.
    From a purely selfish perspective,I hope that you are able to continue to write your weekly reflection on this website.
    I love reading your posts and sharing your experiences and spiritual journey.God Bless you.

  12. May God’s blessings be upon you as you care for others in need. I pray that you can help the poorest of the poor who need care. Jesus please strengthen Annalise as she cares for those You place in her care🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  13. Congratulations to you, wishing more success in your future endeavors. Thank you for sharing the testimony,just like the man in the gospel of today.

  14. Analise, what a beautiful and simple prayer! You absolutely put your future in God’s hands, and that’s exactly where it belongs. Congratulations and all our best to you!

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