Trying to come across as “good” to medical professionals began with my childhood pediatrician. I’d act cool when getting a shot hoping I’d earn a lollipop, even though everyone always got a lollipop. One time he was doing measurements and said “she has a big head.” I was certain my huge noggin, which I assumed was my fault, would kick me off the lollipop list. Instead, he said “big head means big brains, you’re a smart girl” and gave me two lollipops. To this day whenever I’m forced to purchase a men’s XXL sun hat, I remind myself that Dr Y said I am a genius.