Everyone knows Mary is a creative genius, but her greatest attribute is how caring and selfless she is. I am beyond lucky to call her my sister.

You can always rely on Gaoqi to find the best solution in any situation while she relentlessly pursues perfection. My dream Chinese wedding could not be possible without her.

When you need to both rant but also hear logical sound advice, no one is better than Jenny. I can't imagine making it through undergrad and medical school without her. She's also great for impromptu ophthalmology consults, even during brunch at Denny's ;)

If there was ever a vascular surgery nerd who bleeds for the specialty, pun-intended, it's Kirsten. There is also no person more genuine and empathetic than her. I'm forever grateful for her encouragement and support as I navigated the final challenging chapter of residency.

Dave is a smart, thoughtful and competitive person who will always take care of his friends unless there is a competition involved. As house "mom" in college, Dave was there to keep us all in line and make sure the house was neat and tidy.

Thomas is always willing to help out a friend no matter what problem you are facing. If you want someone to help you evaluate the pros/cons of a choice, Thomas will help you figure out the best option and how to get there.

If you ever need help finishing those half baked ideas, Tim is your guy! He is always up for an adventure and willing to jump head first to help out a friend in need.

Ryan is always down for a good fellowship; doesn't matter if it's on the golf course, the slopes or parking lot of a softball field. Always reliable and making sure that the entire group is having a great time. And no, I am not just saying that because he is my legal guardian. ;)