Microtia Personal Statement

Microtia is a congenital deformity where the pinna of the ear is underdeveloped and it is estimated that cases of Atresia/Microtia range from1 to 5 in 10,000 births in US. Living with a congenital deformity wasn’t easy as a female born in India. I was taught to hide my ears with my long black curls. I struggled my whole life with, bullying, humiliation, and embarrassment. My peers abashed me and they considered me as an alien. I dreamed of putting my hair up like any other girl in a ponytail and that day finally came. Dr. John T Reinisch, Senior Craniofacial and Pediatric Plastic Surgeon and the creator of revolutionary Medpor ear reconstruction technique, changed my life forever. After frequent visits to his office, I saw many kids like me
Suffering from side effects following the surgery was an obstacle in my academic performance, but the care received at the time and over the next few years during recovery made me understand the importance of skilled physicians and PAs. After shadowing Mrs. Stacey Kleinbeil and Ms. Jamie Kinsey,I got a better insight to a role of a physician assistant.I closely observed their professional etiquette,interpersonal skills,importance of teamwork, integrative patient care and seeking consultation from physician.I imagined myself in their shoes as I walked beside them. The ease of working in different speciality definitely snatched my attention to choose a career as a physician assistant. During my academic period, I struggled to pay my tuition fees and the tremendous medical expenses followed by the surgery. Despite the fact, my whole family is citizens of US; I had to be an international student to continue my studies. The whooping fee of $10,000 per semester was far more than I could
The philosophy of a PA is disease centered with emphasis on assessment, diagnosis and treatment to improve a patient's health.I am capable of handling great responsibility that comes with becoming a PA.Being a hard worker,I always strive to be the best.I am a fast learner and a two to three year program is a best fit for my educational goals towards becoming a PA.I am fully aware that the PA program is intense and I am more than willing to accept such a challenge with open arms and promise to give it my all to succeed.It is my highest priority and I am eager to start the education process given the opportunity to prove myself.“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others”, a quote by Mahatma Gandhi, serves a true meaning in my life. My journey to dedicate my life to serve the needy began when I started volunteering for the homeless in my