Personal Statement: Uncompromising Work Ethicist

Throughout the history of medicine there has always been a need for shared commitment to ideals of moral, ethical and humane practice. The Hippocratic Oath, created by a compilation of works largely based on Hippocrates, has always stood as guidelines for the conduct of physicians. The Classical oath has and continues to serve well in preserving the sanctity of the medical profession while developing a basis for the respectful treatment of patients. However, this out-dated oath is not equipped to handle the modern trials and tribulations faced by physicians and health care in general. Many of its principles are simply unrealistic and inapplicable in today’s society. For this reason a revised version of the oath was written. As I will

Honorable doctors do their best to uphold the Hippocratic oath by being kind to their patients and doing their best to connect. At Harvard, they are now teaching how to connect and bond with patients through Patient-Doctor classes to create a more effective and comforting hospital experience. I know when I go to the hospital, I enjoy when doctors and nurses talk to me about my life and theirs. That bond that is created helps build a trust that this doctor cares and wants what's best for those that they treat; when things go wrong, it also opens up the ability to comfort one another. Building relationships between doctors and patients change the dynamics so that it ends up being doctor

In addition to scholastic achievement, well rounded physicians have plenty of life experiences. They have fought through tragedies, yet find reasons to smile. They demonstrate success and leadership in spite of past failures. Their story may not be glamorous, but they consistently overcome obstacles that would stifle others. Their drive and determination defines who they are. The physician that emphasizes the well being of others over personal gain, that is the physician I plan to be. My path towards becoming a physician has been difficult in order to shape me into a more complete person. These past experiences allow me to sympathize, empathize, and more supportive of patients in the primary care setting. I feel the need to use my personal

I see myself contributing to the fabric of University of Washington’s student body. We are a mixed racial family; my father is Hispanic, and my mother is Caucasian. The pillars of values that define our family and myself are: faith, family, community building, education and service. In that, I believe “you earn tomorrow’s opportunities today”, and that “everyday matters”. I hold a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and I am resilient. I volunteer in multiple organizations such as Bellevue Foursquare Church and district camps. I also volunteered with the Asian Language Pacific School, and took part in the Conversation Buddy Program, in which I used my background in Japanese to help the Japanese community. Additionally, I tutor my peers

Not only will I be experiencing what it takes to become a doctor, I will be providing healthcare to those in need. I will be part of an organization that actually helps the community in a positive way by treating the health concerns of people in stressful situations. Through previous volunteer work, I noticed that a small deed can provide another individual with immense happiness. Impacting others and seeing the happiness in them is what fulfills me and brings happiness of my own. This is why volunteer work speaks to me and the underlying reason that ultimately made me choose the medical path. And because of this, I strive to volunteer in various service events in my community in order to aid as many people as I can. I have previously volunteered in hospitals and

I am a highly motivated international nursing student, with a great work ethic. I embrace responsibility and commit myself fully to the goal of providing best possible health care for every individual patient. My strength lies in team work and I see great benefits in a holistic approach and engagement with the multi-disciplinary team. The past years of study have also consolidated my nursing knowledge and skills to be confident about working autonomously. In my work, I emphasise on building therapeutic relationships with the patients, as I strongly believe that this is a key to improved health outcomes. I am enthusiastic about completing my bachelor of nursing and following on with gaining valuable work experience here in Australia.

Like international relations, pursuing medicine is often a long and arduous process; prescribed medications because unintended side effects, being sleep deprived after working 80 to 100 hours a week or failing a biology midterm. When I think of these aspects of medicine, I begin to think of my own experiences. Why do I continue to do research in a lab even after all my samples had been contaminated? Why continue to advocate for the social justice even though you still continue to see adversity? While keeping these hardships in mind, I realize that I want to pursue a profession which emphasizes commitment to service, and compassion. These are what drive medical doctors, and in their training, to persist in the face of adversity. Consequently, I am considering pursuing an

I grew up in a multi-racial household where neither of my parents graduated high school. School was never discussed nor was I encouraged to attend. It was the norm to begin working as soon as you turned sixteen. Success was based on being able to maintain a job in order to contribute financially to the family. I had to seek guidance from teachers, coaches and friends since there was no academic support at home. I realized early on that school was going to be my way out. An education was going to allow me to become financially independent and allow me to experience the world that I did not know much about.

I believe in Work,I believe in work because working is a part of life and A lot of people have to work in order to make money to support their family and whatever their necessities are. Since I was young I was taught to work for my things,For example when I was 10 years old I wanted a new pair of shoes so my mom told me to clean the front yard and backyard and she gave me money then I went to go to buy my New pair of shoes. People need to know that Nothing is never just going to be handed to you, You're going to have to work hard for the things you want in life.

"Only as high as I reach can I grow, only as far as I seek can I go, only as deep as I look can I see, only as much as I dream can I be." Coming from a family of physicians, I looked up to my parents and always wanted to be one. Now I have reached this stage in my career where I have realized what I want to be and where my strengths lie. This has happened not by chance but by careful consideration at every step of my career, unbiased self-evaluation and the realistic interpretation of the future that I want to be part of. This essay is thus an honest attempt to present myself to all those concerned.

Being raised by two primary care physicians in a modest but comfortable lifestyle, I have always known that a physician is not what I want to become. Witnessing how their lives were and are to this day heavily influenced by the different stages of their careers and the constant changing of the policies and laws that affect health care led me to follow a different calling. On the contrary, their commitment to their professions and quest for higher knowledge did have an effect on me. Despite my occasional resistance and minor teenage rebellious spirit, the drive to do well in school was instilled upon me.

"Put your good where it does the most!" This aphorism by Tom Wolfe, an American author and journalist, captures a guiding tenet of my life. I want to become a Family Medicine Physician because I think it is one of the most challenging fields in medicine and would allow me to do the most good for others. For me, medicine brings together science and people, with a chance to make a difference. Becoming a primary care physician would allow me to serve others, develop close relationships with patients, families, and the community, and improve access to health care.

When reading through the standards of the Hippocratic Oath, they fall in line with many moral things that any normal human should follow when dealing with others. But, since this is a health care profession where you deal with people daily, more emphasis are put on us. Medical professionals must follow through with each of these steps thoroughly to ensure patient care is being met. Most importantly when the Oath states "remember that there is art to medicine as well as science", it reflects on how different people view medicine/science differently because it is an art, and can be interpreted in different ways. This can come in the form of differently cultural remedies, or religions that choose or deny medical care depending on their faith.

A little over two weeks ago I, along with my entire medical school class, recited the sacred Hippocratic Oath as a promise to our friends, peers and community at large that I will practice the art of medicine in the most honorable and respectable manner, solely for the good of man. While the values that we as fellow students and colleagues appreciate may vary, I do believe we share a good portion of them. The following are a series of qualities and virtues that I hold close to my heart and intend to uphold as I begin my life-long journey of learning and healing in the field of medicine:

Medicine is a career in which we are committing our lives to a life of service, and to be unengaged would be disingenuous to others and to ourselves. Medicine is also high stakes and so apathy for service can be detrimental to the level of care we provide. For this, it is important for everyone interested in this career to be engaged in service. Service with care and compassion will not only reinforce our passions, but for those who are unsure of this career, it will also provide the sentiment necessary to make a lifelong decision. I as a medical student have already made this decision, and so I take a step further. It is important for me to engage in service now, not only to prepare myself for my career, but to also continue learning. Through