My name is Sarah Scharber and I worked as a DIHI scholar for part of my third-year research experience. During my time at DIHI, I was introduced to a whole new field: data science. There was a very steep learning curve but my skills in programming and statistics grew exponentially over the first few months. Throughout the year I learned a great deal about applying these skills to innovation and the improvement of healthcare delivery. I worked on a laboratory test appropriateness project to help ensure that Duke is providing the highest quality care in the most cost- effective way. Hopefully I can continue to utilize all I have learned and make meaningful change as I progress in my future career as a physician.