Dr. Jesse Heechan Yoon and Dr. Yuri William Doolan's first date at Mermaid Inn led to a meaningful connection, with both doctors sharing their Korean heritage over oysters. Despite initial reservations, they felt an immediate bond, deepening their conversation during a long walk. Dr. Yoon is a double board-certified dermatologist, while Dr. Doolan, an educator and researcher, has recently moved to New York. Their dynamic highlights a blend of personal history, cultural connection, and professional achievements, culminating in an unexpectedly profound first date experience.
Over oysters, they exchanged stories about their upbringings and their shared Korean heritage. Dr. Yoon's parents immigrated to the United States before he was born.
Dr. Doolan was unsure about dating, but something told him to go, and when he met Dr. Yoon, he thought, 'I like this one.'
They picked up dessert at Milk Bar and continued their deep conversation, walking 50 blocks across the city to Dr. Doolan's apartment.
Kiyoshi, Dr. Doolan's Shiba Inu, usually suspicious of strangers, immediately liked Jesse as if he already knew him.
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