5 questions with medicine’s Peter Chin, Class of 2026

As commencement approaches for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine students, the excitement of what lies ahead is matched by the gratitude to the people, classes and clinicals that made a difference along the way—because the journey of earning one’s degree is just as important and impactful as the destination of a healthcare career.

To capture that experience, we spoke with several School of Medicine graduates as they prepare to close this chapter and step into the next.

Read on to learn about Peter Chin, a Doctor of Medicine (MD) candidate.

Answers have been lightly edited.

What initially drew you to CWRU?

I actually started at CWRU for undergrad and then stayed for medical school. I first came to CWRU for undergrad because of its reputation as a great pre-med university. When I was applying to medical schools, I was very surprised by how happy, collaborative and successful the medical students at CWRU were.

What course or campus experience shaped your education most?

My third year clinical rotations were the most formative experiences I had during medical school at CWRU. They pushed me beyond my comfort zone to think quickly, think critically and think creatively to apply everything I had learned so far. Furthermore, the faculty, fellows and residents I worked with were outstanding team members, teachers and mentors; as I prepare for residency, I can't wait to pay that forward to my future colleagues and trainees.

What is your favorite memory as a student at CWRU?

I will always recall fondly the great times I spent with my friends during medical school. My overall experience would not have been nearly as enjoyable without them.

What’s next for you after graduation?

I am headed to Stanford for a categorical residency in pediatrics, with a long-term interest in pediatric cardiology.

What advice would you give to new students in your program?

Find something you enjoy and really lean into it; you'll never know where it'll take you.