Ballerina to Miss Montana to Ophthalmology Match | Dr. Laura Hallerback

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Hallerback, a fourth-year DO medical student who just matched into ophthalmology, one of the most competitive specialties in medicine.What makes her journey even more unique? Before medicine, Laura was a ballerina and later went on to become Miss Montana—bringing discipline, resilience, and confidence into everything she does.We dive into her full journey:How her background in ballet and pageantry shaped her pathWhy did she choose the DO routeHow she discovered ophthalmologyWhat it really takes to match into a competitive specialtyThe mindset, strategy, and sacrifices behind her successIf you’re a medical student, pre-med, or anyone chasing a big goal, this episode is a reminder that your path doesn’t have to be traditional to be powerful.🎧 Listen now on Spotify and Apple PodcastsHer TikTok: dophthoHer Instagram: lhallerback