Sahil Rahman Tasbi
“Everything Monroe taught me—the protocols, the practice, the hands-on experience—is exactly what I use in the real world.”
When Sahil was deciding what path to take after high school, he knew he wanted a career in healthcare but wasn’t sure which direction to pursue. After meeting with an advisor at Monroe University, he discovered sonography—the field that would ultimately shape his future.
Sahil chose to study sonography because of his longstanding interest in healthcare, particularly cardiovascular and vascular care. He hopes to continue building on that foundation as he pursues opportunities to work more closely with heart and vascular patients.
Reflecting on his time at Monroe, Sahil credits the University’s hands-on approach with preparing him for the workforce. Through lab experiences and practical training, he developed the technical skills and confidence he now relies on every day.
“I’m doing exactly what Monroe taught me,” Sahil said. “Everything they taught me—the protocols and the way we practiced—is exactly the same in the real world.”
Today, Sahil works as a diagnostic medical sonographer, collaborating with cardiologists and vascular specialists to help diagnose patients. One of his proudest career moments came when a cardiologist praised the quality of his work despite his being new to the profession.
For Sahil, the most rewarding part of his career is knowing that his work directly impacts patients’ lives. By performing diagnostic scans, he helps physicians identify medical conditions and provide patients with the care they need.
Looking back, Sahil encourages current and future Monroe students to make the most of every lesson in the classroom.
“Focus on exactly what your professors are teaching,” Sahil said. “At the time, you might think something isn’t necessary, but it really is. You’ll use it when you get into the real world.”
With guidance from dedicated faculty and extensive practical training, Sahil graduated with the skills and confidence to begin his career in healthcare. Today, he puts what he learned at Monroe into practice while making a meaningful difference in the lives of his patients.