I believe in myself
Rehabilitation Medicine Physician | Jongmin Lee
Q. Is there anything you especially enjoy
or a unique hobby that reflects who you are?
Like many people,
I enjoy drinking but in my own way.
Among all kinds of drinks,
I especially enjoy learning about,
experiencing, and appreciating whisky.
There are countless varieties of whisky,
and what fascinates me most is
understanding their history, origins,
and characteristics while enjoying them.
For me, whisky is not just something
to drink it’s something to experience.
One of my future dreams is to visit Islay
in the United Kingdom and experience
whisky culture firsthand.
Q. Is there a leisure activity you especially
enjoy sharing with others?
These days, the activities
I invest the most time in are exercise-related,
especially weight training and Pilates.
As you may have noticed from my photos,
once I become fully committed to something,
I tend to see it through and achieve the goals I set for myself.
That mindset naturally carries over into fitness as well.
I’m also officially registered with a Pilates association.
Q. If you could become a mentor to someone
who is where your younger self once was,
what advice would you give?
Be clear about your purpose,
and never doubt yourself.
Working hard is difficult but staying
consistent is even harder.
When I look back on the challenging
and turbulent periods of my younger years,
I realize how much those experiences
shaped the way I think about my future.
Now, whenever I set a goal,
I live with the confidence that I will achieve it.
I’ve learned to enjoy the process
and trust myself along the way.
Have confidence in yourself.
Q. What kind of fashion style
are you naturally drawn to?
I tend to like clean, refined styles something
along the lines of Acne Studios,
with a subtle French-chic feel.
That style suits me the best and feels the most natural.
Q. What inspired you to become a doctor?
At first, I never imagined
myself going to medical school.
But at some point,
I began wanting to do work
that felt more meaningful and purposeful.
That realization led me to make the decision
to return to school and pursue medicine.
It required a tremendous amount
of time, effort, and commitment.
But as I mentioned earlier, once you
have a clear sense of purpose and confidence
in yourself, very little feels impossible.
Now, I’m proud to be working
in rehabilitation medicine,
and through this path, I’ve grown to appreciate
and love both my work and my life even more.
Q. What does the external image
of being a doctor mean to you?
I think being a doctor is a profession
that can be seen in many different ways.
To some, it is a respected
and aspirational career.
To others, it represents someone
they turn to in times of need and vulnerability.
Because of that, the role of a doctor carries
many different meanings depending
on who is looking.
Just as every person is different,
doctors are also incredibly diverse some
are expressive, some are humble,
and each carries their own values
and way of practicing medicine.
As someone who has always dreamed
of becoming a truly meaningful doctor,
I constantly remind myself of what matters most.
To always give my best,
without ever losing sight of purpose.
“Do your best, but never
lose your sense of meaning.”
Q. What was your impression of ACMESHE?
It feels far more premium and refined
in person than it does in photos.
What stood out to me most was the fabric
it feels especially well-suited for doctors
who spend long hours working indoors.
The design is what caught my attention the most.
Honestly, if you asked me
whether this was medical wear,
I might not immediately think so.
It has such a clean and sophisticated look
that you could easily wear it to a meeting
or even a café without feeling out of place.
And on top of that, it’s incredibly comfortable.
It’s definitely a brand I have high expectations
for in the future of medical wear.
