Why I Want To Become A Doctor Personal Statement

The human body is an intricate structure and a unique creation by the Almighty. However, my aspiration to pursue a medical career originates partly from my experience from my late grandmother. Witnessing her deterioration due to Alzheimer’s showed that inevitable problem will arise in anyone. Caring affectionately for my grandmother at home whilst perceiving her progressive declining condition, triggered my empathy and sensitivity towards patients’ needs. My desire to comprehend what exactly was happening to her led me towards the field of medicine. For me, the appealing part of medicine is the integration of passion for science with the opportunity to work with and enhance the lives of people from all walks of life irrespective of race,
Thus, as my endeavour to acquire a full and balanced appreciation of the challenges of medicine, I ventured out and now possess a mixed bag of experiences. My week in different departments at KPJ Hospital have given me an essence of the realities of medicine. Routine ward rounds with the team of experienced doctors were the most enticing aspects of the experiences, where I had seen the trust that patients placed in doctors, and was profoundly awed by the persistence and respect with which all the staff reacted to this moral obligation. I was able to witness the job diversify of a doctor ranging from prescribing medication to performing surgery as well as delivering effective care during difficult times with empathy, patience and compassion to enhance the doctor-patient relationship all for the better outcome of the patient. I was humbled by the courage and the clarity with which patients discussed their illnesses. Investing time in a medical environment permitted me to grow as a potential medical student and learn new and intriguing things such as the way medication acts on the body, the effectiveness of disease control and the impact of overwhelming use of antibiotics on the human
I have been fortunate enough to attend training courses on first aid to improve my abilities in emergency treatment, which I have officially used to make a difference in the path at work and out in the community, solidifying my desire to specialize in emergency medicine. Hence, transforming my fascination in medicine’s scientific base into passion. My year long participation has permitted me to gain a more extensive view of the world and add to a genuine desire to help the less fortunate. I have taken the effort to participate in several local charity events. However, after realizing that donating money is simply insufficient, I have decided that I need to personally promote change in the world. From my experiences I have come to appreciate the role of a doctor as I believe “Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile” - Albert Einstein. Hence, for these reasons, I am dedicated and willing to work hard to excel in the medical field and help make a difference in the lives of people from all strata of society in the