SAADIQ EL-AMIN, MD, PHD IN HIS OWN WORDS 1 When I was a child, I dreamed of becoming a doctor. See, dreams do come true! 2 My first job was at an auto collision shop. 3 I realized I wanted to be a doctor when I was 8 years old. 4 If I weren't a doctor, I would be a teacher. I truly love teaching and inspiring others. 5 6 "If I weren't a doctor, I would be a teacher. I truly love teaching and inspiring others." My inspiration is my dad. My favorite restaurant is Frankie's Steakhouse. Ask for the Dr. El-Amin special! Bone-in tenderloin with Cajun rub. 7 If a movie were made about me, I would be played by ... Denzel Washington. Practice: 8 One thing people may not know about me is that I am an Eagle Scout. 9 10 My first car was a 210 Datsun. My favorite holiday tradition is gathering with family and friends at Thanksgiving dinner. El-Amin Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute Specialty: Orthopedic surgery and sports medicine Years in practice: 16 Birthplace: Rochester, New York WINTE R 2019 5