Princeton University Athletics
Catherine Parkhurst Gardiner ’11 MD / Women’s Open Rowing
City, State / Workplace / Title
Boston, MA / Resident Physician in Internal Medicine
Medical Specialty / Other Degrees (MBA/MPH, etc.)
Internal Medicine
What made you choose a career in healthcare?
The opportunity to think critically and directly benefit the lives of others.
What is the focus of your work today?
Clinical care
How has your work changed in the face of COVID-19?
The [student-athlete] lessons of perseverance and determination have really carried through to my career and knowing that I can improve and achieve with a growth mindset.Catherine Parkhurst Gardiner
Increased time doing telehealth rather than in-person care.
How did being a Princeton student-athlete prepare you for the challenges you’ve faced?
The lessons of perseverance and determination have really carried through to my career and knowing that I can improve and achieve with a growth mindset.
What keeps you inspired as you look ahead?
As I consider my post-residency career options, it is exciting to think about how I can use my medical training to improve the lives of others clinically, and hopefully through innovation and policy as well.
Medical School / Other Affiliations
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Tiger Heroes
In partnership with RWJBarnabas Health, the official health care system of Princeton Athletics, “Tiger Heroes” honors front line workers and health care leaders from our alumni community. This digital and social series highlights alumni from all 37 varsity sports programs who have risen to the challenge since the onset of COVID-19. We also recognize special Princeton friends and family. Nominations may be sent to Jess Deutsch, Princeton's Associate Director, Student-Athlete Services: jdeutsch@princeton.edu