Jun 24, 2025 | Grade 1 View

Grade 1 View – Ep. 15 – The Science, Culture, & Compassion of Anesthesia

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From a 72-hour labor in rural India to the operating room as a nurse anesthesia resident, Taranjeet Rathore’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Along with Olivia and Kevin, Taranjeet, a nurse anesthesia resident at National University, opens up about the moment that inspired his career in healthcare, the cultural barriers he’s worked to overcome, and his mission to represent underserved voices in nurse anesthesiology.

Taranjeet’s story is one of resilience and determination. After moving to the U.S. in 2015, he explored various avenues in healthcare before discovering the role of a CRNA while shadowing in the operating room. This pivotal moment solidified his desire to blend nursing with anesthesia, particularly in the field of obstetrics. His unique background and experiences have shaped his approach to patient care, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🇮🇳 Taranjeet’s journey from rural India to CRNA resident
👨‍⚕️ Breaking cultural stereotypes as a male Sikh nurse
📱 Using social media as a tool for visibility and mentorship
😰 Managing imposter syndrome in school and online
🌎 Human connection in OB anesthesia and beyond

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"I ​remember ​that ​I'm ​just ​holding ​the ​ladder, ​which ​people ​have ​held ​for ​me ​because ​as all ​three ​of ​us ​know, ​it ​takes ​a ​village ​to ​be ​a ​CRNA

- Tanjareet Rathore