As one year comes to a close and a new one begins, I naturally pause. I look at where we are right now. I take stock of the past. Then, I gently turn my attention toward the future.
This moment always feels meaningful to me. It invites reflection, curiosity, and intention.
I feel deeply lucky to have built Oregon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Clinic into a place where patients can feel comfortable, heard, and respected. That sense of safety matters. It sets the tone for every conversation, every visit, and every step of care.
Looking Back With Gratitude
When I reflect on the past year, I think about people—not procedures.
I think about the trust patients place in me. I think about the courage it takes to show up, ask questions, and share personal goals or concerns. Each interaction reminds me why I chose this work in the first place.
Because of that, I never see care as a checklist. Instead, I see it as a relationship built one visit at a time.
Looking Ahead With Curiosity
As I step into this new year, I feel excited. More specifically, I feel energized to lean even further into the patient experience.
That means:
Listening closely
Explaining clearly
Slowing down when it matters
Continuing to improve how patients feel before, during, and after care
At its core, great care starts with connection. That belief continues to guide how I practice medicine and how our clinic grows.
The Question That Stuck With Me
Recently, someone asked me a thoughtful question:
“Who is the one person you would most like to meet this year?”
My answer surprised them—and honestly, it clarified something important for me.
There is no one person.
Instead, I hope to remain open to the many meaningful, individual interactions that happen every day. Each patient brings a unique story, perspective, and goal. Those moments of connection—quiet or profound—are what truly shape my year.
Moving Forward, Together
As this new year unfolds, my focus remains simple and steady:
show up fully, stay curious, and continue building genuine connections with the people I have the privilege to care for.
That, to me, is the most meaningful way to move forward.
— Dr. Tina Jenq
