As a kid growing up - I can see now - it didn't matter what I did, as long as it was something I could be really good at. Cycling just happened to be the opportunity that came along.

As a professional track cyclist, I have always challenged myself, and I enjoy seeing how I cope when faced with the unknown.

I am a self-critical perfectionist.

I've always been very open with my emotions. Actually, that's got me into a lot of trouble, too, in the past.

I am not worried about failure. I have made my career in this industry, so it does not scare me.

People recognize me once in a while and appreciate the work. It gets a little embarrassing, but it's good. If you work as an accountant, you don't have people coming up to you in the streets saying, 'Hey, great job on tax statements!'

I am a career physician. I practiced for 32 years before I began my career as a public servant.

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