It is common that I come across students who are aspiring to be physicians for the wrong motivations. Those motivations quickly diminish in the midst of long hours and difficult circumstances. Victoria possesses the drive necessary for the medical profession, and she also appreciates the difficult journey she has ahead of her. I have seen her handle challenging situations with poise and professionalism, and she continues to reflect the importance of remaining compassionate in order to effectively care for patients.…
The article titled “Working at McDonald’s” by Amitai Etzioni is in short describing how there is no individuality in working at a fast food restaurant. Kids have no initiative and cannot make many individual decisions for themselves. There is no real career training when it comes to working in a fast food restaurant. In saying this, Etzioni is correct. After all he the winner of the 2001 John P. McGovern award in Behavioral Sciences. He states that McDonald’s is bad for kids, not because of the food itself (which is still unhealthy) but because of the fact that they are working for them. Also, the hours children have to work are ridiculous.…
Currently, my aspirations lie towards Pediatrics. With frequent visits to the doctor’s office due to illnesses and infections from my vesicoureteral reflux as a child, the health care setting became a place I was comfortable with. Furthermore, my experiences volunteering at Kids Come First Community Health Clinic and tutoring disadvantaged children through Project Literacy have confirmed my desire to work with this population. The early primary care clinical experiences and required primary care clerkships will help confirm that Pediatrics is the ideal fit for me.…
When I read the short story the prince about S. Leon Kleinman who every two months would call in sick at his job and go to museums and just have a his own little day off. I thought what the heck is this guy doing and how is he getting away with this but threw out the whole of this short story I thought he was very crafty and had a good thing going. Mr. Kleinman worked at an office type job and dreaded working there and thought that all the people were stupid and he hated them so he did it to have his little private time but this little scheme finally game to an end when his boss Mr. Graham found out that he was skipping and called him to his office to see what was the deal and so kleinman came in and they started talking and his boss was asking him questions and kleinman was admiring his painting and Mr. graham saw this and he saw that he had a creative side when he was making statements like to own a prince painting one must be a prince and then the boss Mr. graham offered him a promotion for having such an understanding and love for art. The ending of the story I have to admit I was not expecting that he would get a promotion out of all the things I thought he would maybe get fired and it was kind of ironic because he skipped work and it got him promoted and it spoke on the kind of person he was and all this proved that you can beat the system if you plan it right just like how you saw in this short story and he did all this to do what he loved which was art which…
I am confident that acceptance in this program will help me to nurture my dedication towards satisfying my patients' quality of life. Acknowledging that medical school will be difficult and an arduous learning process, I anticipate the opportunity to utilize my intrinsic traits of selflessness, curiosity, and being thorough in order to emerge victorious. If accepted, I am confident that the guidance, teaching, and training I receive will enable me to continue contributing towards the medical profession. It will also enable me to achieve my ultimate dream of becoming an exceptional medical…
British imperialism in China and India brought very different responses, in part because of the nature of imperialism in each place. While both regions were greatly influenced by the British, in India the country was placed under the direct rule of the Queen. In China on the other hand, the "spheres of influence" were economic, and did not entail direct British rule. During the British imperial age the culture of China continued on much the same as it had before, while in India the British tried to replace the Indian culture with their own.…
Ever since I transferred to the University of Miami as an undergrad, I have had the gratification and honor to meet and work with various remarkable people, from physicians to scientists and staff. Doing research and shadowing at Miami Miller School of Medicine gave me the prospect to admire how marvelous the school and its community are. Furthermore, I have had the satisfaction to meet several professors who teach at the medical school and the prospect of learning from them is enticing. Being able to experience first-hand the compassion and care that the doctors at Miller demonstrate their patients have also confirmed that this school is not short of role models for me to follow. Additionally, I have met several students who have shared their…
My work experience and scholarly achievements have prepared me for the long haul. I am committed and prepared to embark on my journey into the study of medicine. My hopes are to apply everything I have learned along the way to my study of medicine in an effort to become a medical student you are proud to have attending your…
My clinical experiences, extracurricular activities, and working hard during my years in college to attain an excellent grade point average reflects my passion and abilities to succeed in medical school. As well as the skills that I acquired during the past years will help me improve and excel in the medical…
Growing up, seeing my mother and godmother aspiring to become medical assistants began to enhance my interest in the medical field. Skimming through their textbooks intrigued me on how the human body is extremely complex yet I found it to be so captivating. As time progressed, I became even more intrigued in pursuing a career in the medical field. Thus, when I was accepted to Hillcrest High School’s Pre-Med Program I was elated to see that I was now one step closer. Taking rigorous science courses such as Anatomy, Med-Lab and Microbiology, heightened my enthusiasm as I had finally begun to prepare for my future endeavours. Conducting experiments such as pig dissections, growing bacteria on a petri dish and others intoxicated me with excitement for…
My initial motivation was to study medicine. However, this novelty of an idea wore off as I have learned that the road to success and pursuit of happiness in life is not necessarily a straight one. This has encouraged me to follow my heart no matter how daunting the journey can be. William James once said “the greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being has the power to alter his life by his attitude”. It is deeply rooted in this philosophy that I desire to become a physician assistant (PA) where I hope to provide quality healthcare to the underprivileged, an area of medicine, which I have noticed to be dramatically underserved.…
It has been ten years since my graduation from Temple University, where after diligence, perseverance, and a focused state of mind, I successfully accomplished my goal of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Science. With earning this degree I was ready to enter graduate school to further advance my skills needed to carry on my career path in becoming a Physician. After graduation I went on to medical school. It was challenging, but I was strong-minded and endured. I earned my MD-Ph.D. and started practicing medicine. I really love being a doctor. The…
I am intrigued by the workings of the human body, in health and in sickness; life and death and its response and adaptation to our environment. It is this interpersonal connection and fascination in to the growing field of medicine that compels me in embarking upon a lifetime of learning. My caring nature and desire in making a difference to the lives of others, which by no doubt will challenge my mental ability and decision making skills; implies medicine is the vocation for me.…
However, I am not going to let this discourage me because I believe that I was born to be a pediatrician. I tried to look through a list of jobs, but I couldn’t find one that suits me better than medicine. With all the information I gathered from my research, I will try to find ways to make being a medical student an enjoyable trip despite the years that it will take me. “Success is not a destination, but the road that you’re on. Being successful means that you’re working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That’s living your dream”-Marlon…
Such altruistic life experiences can become addicting, and I had realized that I wanted to spend the rest of my life continuing this virtuous cycle. My interest in Internal Medicine quickly became evident when I found a common ground between my passion in community service and a rewarding career in medicine. Ever since I learnt about Doctors Without Borders, I knew that alleviating someone's pain and saving human lives was the best way I could make a difference in society. My role as an Internist would not only be stimulating but will also prove to be valuable in the community, as it would allow me to build long-term relationships and provide a continuity in the health-care of my patients; a privilege I strive for.…