Tafadzwa Mandiwanza

Tafadzwa Mandiwanzais a Zimbabwean-Irish pediatric neurosurgeon recognized as Ireland's first female pediatric neurosurgeon. Quotes An interest alone is not enough to propel one to greatness, but when it is nurtured into passion, it becomes ambition, dedication and success. My parents fostered that ambition. I assuage the guilt of being a working mum by being a role model for my girls so that they can achieve whatever they want as long as they are decent human beings. I don’t think I’d be in this position if I hadn’t had the mentors that I had — people who had my back and offered me advice and encouragement. I'd like to be available now to mentor other neuro-surgeons — particularly women coming through those long training pathways. You can just focus on one thing. Every surgeon is a perfectionist. You have to be slightly obsessive, but most of us are critical of ourselves as well. We’re more empathetic and less ‘God-like.’ While all surgeons need confidence, female surgeons are often more self-effacing. Imposter syndrome is something I face daily, but I remind myself that I’ve earned my place. External Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/tafadzwa-mandiwanza-b0062183/