Mother and Daughter Make Medical History: Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester and Dr. Jasmine Kudji Graduate Medical School Together

In a historic achievement, Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester and her daughter, Dr. Jasmine Kudji, have etched their names in medical history by simultaneously earning their medical degrees from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences (UMHS) in the United States.

This extraordinary mother-daughter duo has made headlines after completing their medical studies at UMHS and embarking on their medical residencies at Louisiana State University Health System. Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester, originally from Ghana, shared the pivotal moment that ignited her journey into medicine.

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At the age of 19, during a family trip to Ghana, she encountered a child in need of medical attention. This encounter profoundly influenced her decision to become a doctor, setting the stage for her aspirations. However, her journey took an unexpected turn when she became pregnant with her daughter Jasmine during her senior year at Tulane University.

Undeterred by the challenges, Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester pursued a bachelor's degree in Biology and later entered nursing school at William Carey University. She subsequently earned a Master's of Science in Nursing from Loyola University, working as a Registered Nurse and a Nursing Assistant for almost a decade.

Despite her success in nursing, Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester harbored an unfulfilled dream of becoming a physician. Ten years later, fueled by her determination, she enrolled in medical school at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences at the age of 43.

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Jasmine Kudji, having grown up observing her mother's dedication to healthcare, naturally gravitated toward a career in medicine. Exposed to patients and medical environments from an early age, Jasmine pursued her undergraduate degree at Louisiana State University, New Orleans.

Driven by the inspiration drawn from her daughter's pursuit of medicine, Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester reignited her own dream of becoming a physician. The mother and daughter enrolled together at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences, sharing the challenges and triumphs of medical school.

Jasmine expressed the unique support they provided each other, stating, "Having my mom be the person who does understand that was great. You’re just able to rely on each other throughout the entire process." The duo commenced their medical residencies at Louisiana State University Health System, with Jasmine focusing on general surgery and Cynthia specializing in family medicine at Lafayette University.

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Their joint achievement not only marks a significant milestone in their personal and professional lives but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring medical professionals. Dr. Cynthia Kudji Sylvester and Dr. Jasmine Kudji exemplify the power of determination, resilience, and familial support in overcoming challenges to achieve extraordinary success in the field of medicine.