Myron Rolle, from NFL star to neurosurgeon

Myron shares his journey from being an athlete to a neurosurgeon. He discusses his early dreams of playing professional football, his inspiration from Ben Carson, and his decision to pursue academics alongside sports. Despite being a top football recruit, he chose to study at Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, delaying his NFL career. After playing in the NFL, he transitioned to medical school, focusing on neurosurgery. Myron emphasizes the importance of avoiding concussions in football and reflects on his current career as his true calling.

What inspired Myron to pursue a career in neurosurgery?

• A family member's illness

• A book by Ben Carson

• A documentary on brain surgery

• His college professor

How did Myron balance his college life?

• By working part-time jobs

• By playing football and shadowing doctors

• By focusing solely on academics

• By participating in student government

Why did Myron choose to study at Oxford instead of immediately joining the NFL?

• He wanted to travel

• He was injured

• He valued the academic opportunity as a Rhodes Scholar

• He was not drafted by any NFL team

What was Myron's main concern about playing football?

• The long training hours

• The travel requirements

• The team dynamics

• The risk of concussions

How does Myron feel about his current career in neurosurgery?

• He is considering a career change

• He believes it's where he belongs

• He feels out of place

• He misses playing football