Cardiology Personal Statement

CODE STEMI, Heart Institute. I can remember the flurry of nurses and people rushing in a man on a stretcher. I was working with the on-call cardiologist in the cath lab that day, and at that moment I saw the most amazing series of events. From the cardiologist being in a composed state of mind, to the nurses working with upmost efficiency, I saw a man’s life saved. From that moment, I knew that medicine, and specifically cardiology, would become my career.

I have dedicated my time in medical school developing my skill-set to that of a cardiologist. As cardiology is a research-driven field, I spent the majority of my spare time in a lab working on various projects. Being in Ottawa, I had the opportunity to work with world-class cardiologists, who have shared their passion for research. Being in such an incredible environment has allowed me to publish nine research
articles, with some being in premier cardiology journals such as Circulation.

During my fourth year of medical school, I decided to complete as many electives in cardiology as possible; I was able to complete eight of my eighteen elective weeks in cardiology.
My clinical experiences from that time were the most rewarding during all of medical school for multiple reasons. First of all, the heart is an elegant organ that has such an intricate and delicate interaction with the rest of the body. Being able to apply this knowledge required active learning and analysis. At the same time, I was treating people and not diseases. The patient population of cardiology is unique. You have the opportunity to treat patients in the most acute and critical situations, to help rehabilitate and prevent disease, and to follow patients suffering with chronic disease. The relationships built with these people have added meaning to my work. The positive feedback I have received from my preceptors and supervisors have assured me that I may have the attributes to become a successful in this field. I want to continue my dedication and training in the hopes that I can become an excellent
cardiologist.

Cardiology has been my passion since the early days of medical school. I am excited for the future. The research, the science and the patients in cardiology are remarkable, and I would love to call it more than dream or career, but a life’s meaning. If I receive this honour, I will do all I can to best represent Ira Krupen.

Thank you for your consideration,

Pouya Motazedian