Personal Narrative: A Career In The Medical Field

The first time I realized I wanted to specialize in medicine was when my father took me to the fire station when I was around the age of fourteen. He began to show me images of different cases and trauma scenes they had participated in. Since then, I have constantly asked my dad questions about different calls and scenarios about patients he has rescued. By having a father in the medical field and continuing to take science and medical courses throughout high school, I began to learn more about medicine throughout the years. Deciding to partake in these courses further advanced my understanding in medicine. These courses helped it become clear to me that the medical field is something I continuously

The career I became interested in is a Physician’s Assistant, or a few people call them PAs. I became interested in this job in my sophomore year of high school. It all started when I attended the STEM fair after school one day. STEM fair is only offered to students who are in either the biomedical Stem academy or the engineer academy. At this fair, students tour around to different classrooms to acquire information on different careers. I attended the Physician’s Assistant one, where there was an actual PA to give information on what PAs achieve. For example, PAs examine patients for diseases, injuries and illnesses.

My passion in working in the medical field is one of the most amazing experience I will remember because since I was young, I always told my parents I would become a doctor one day. I never thought that there were a bunch of specialties in the medical field such as anesthesiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), Radiology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Urology, and so much more. As I got older, I became knowledgeable of what career would fascinate me and keep it for the long term. Ultimately, I found two career choices that I like which is neonatal nurse and OB/GYN because it deals with newborns and their health. My best interest are newborns and toddlers because I have experience taking care of my younger siblings since birth.

During the course of my college years, I have considered alternate career options. I have contemplated becoming a physician’s assistant, a dentist, or a podiatrist. Physician’s assistants and doctors play similar roles in clinics; I would still be able to see patients and enjoy the interpersonal aspect of delivering healthcare. Additionally, I would still be able to play an important role in primary care and do my utmost for the sake of my patients, which is hugely appealing.

The career path I have chosen to take is in the medical field. My dream from a young age was always to be a nurse. A nurse is a healthcare professional who is focused on caring for people, and making sure that they manage, maintain, and recover patients to the finest state of health (What is Nursing, par.1). Nursing makes up a vast majority of the healthcare industry. There is a huge range of nursing specialties. Nurses work in General and surgical Hospitals, doctor’s offices, nursing care facilities, outpatient facilities, and home health services (Why Be a Nurse, par. 2). Nursing is an extremely flexible career, with one hundred and four specialties and a lot of advanced nursing degrees, so there is something for everyone in this field (Why Be a Nurse, par. 4). Nurses do much more than just help people heal physically. Nurses are there to make sure patients are taken care of physically and emotionally. There are different levels of

The medical field has sparked an interest in my love for science, pretty much since I began my academic career. The constant advancements and the touching stories of individuals that have undergone life changing circumstances, have inspired me to pursue a career as a nurse and then continue my education to later become a Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon.

Oliver came up to the Department of Radiology for a pre-operative stat echocardiogram. Fairly young and seemingly healthy, he warned me that he was in a lot of pain and could not lay flat for the exam. I propped him up so that he was comfortable, and we began. A third of the way through the exam, Oliver exclaimed “I can’t take it anymore, I have to let my legs dangle.” Initially confused, I quickly became aware of this patient’s affliction when he pulled the sheet off of himself, exposed his legs and displayed an extremity that quickly transformed from vibrant pink skin to ischemic blackish blue. Staring at the floor with a distressed look upon his face, he revealed, “I am having my foot removed today.” Horror washed over me thinking about

Well the doctor office I normally go, they are nice and polite. I never have problems when I go there. The last time I went which was a couple months ago, the lady at front desk was very unprofessional. She had her pants unbuttoned, playing her music loud, and she was popping her gum. I never seen her before because I usually go earlier in the day. I was very disgusted. The whole time I was talking to her I was thinking is she serious. I could not believe she really like that at her job. I wanted to tell somebody who could do something about it but I did not want to go through some whole extra stuff. I was very amazed that she was hired on though. As a medical assistant, I would make sure I had my hair pulled back and my scrubs were clean and

Choosing my career was not an easy choice but becoming a Medical Assistant would be my “foot in the door” to becoming a nurse. I started Alaska Career College in fall 2014 to become a Phlebotomist. I thought that with my experience as a medical receptionist, I can further my career as a medical assistant rather than a phlebotomist. I love to draw blood but because of my personality, I thought that maybe it would be more beneficial to become a medical assistant instead. As a young Hmong child, I loved helping people especially the older folks who did not speak English well. It is my goal to help others who are in need of help and because of that, I chose to become a Medical Assistant. I do hope that one day

When I was younger, I fell off my bed and cracked my head on the bed frame. I was sent to the emergency room and was given stitches. I had to keep going to the doctors for check-ups and me being a child, I was curious of the doctors and always asked them many questions about their occupation. At a young age I became very interested in the medical field. My mother being a surgical technologist and my ex-stepfather being a CRNA, I fell in love with the health care system and that’s when I knew I wanted to help others by becoming a nurse anesthetist.

Throughout my life, I’ve had many future career interests like becoming a teacher, dentist, and even an astronaut. Once, when I was with my friend in the hospital for her concussion, I was sent out of her room and I ended up having to wait outside. As I waited, I realized how intrigued I was while watching all the different things that the nurses and doctors were doing. I knew at that point what I wanted to be when I grew up, a nurse, but more specifically, a registered nurse.

When I was younger, my doctor directed me to have surgery to remove a cyst on my arm. Hearing the word surgery, I instantly became anxious. However, I remember my nurse who always reassured me through every step of the way, and before I knew it, I awoke in the PACU lying in bed. My nurse constantly checked on the tubes leading into my arm, writing down any necessary statistics. That is what intrigued me the most at the time: she knew what all those numbers, lines, and symbols meant. Looking around, I did not understand how she knew or why there were so many foreign objects around me. Ever since my surgery, the thought about pursuing a medical career resonated in my thoughts. My thoughts formed my desire to interact and learn about the medical

“Call 911! We need help!” One bystander was shouting. I remember it vividly. A large

I was always undecided regarding the career that I wanted to pursue. As I got older and looked at many choices in careers I realized that I wanted to have a career in the medical field. Being a nurse interests me because it requires the study of the human body along with other great opportunities that nurses have in this career. I want to become a nurse because I like being able to help those who are in need.

Since I can remember my passion has been to help others. I remember the teachers asking us what we wanted to be when we grow and and each time I said a doctor. That passion has since grown over the last few years especially when my bother had an accident just a few years ago, he was hospitalized for about two weeks. I did not realize it then but that experience has pushed my interest further into medicine. This year I am taking the PLTW college level course, Principles of Biomedical Science. It has truly taught me a lot and I look forward to taking the next level course, Human Body Systems. After high school I plan to go into the medical field and perhaps become a pediatrician. This opportunity to help the patients and families would give me