Physician Personal Statement

Having succeeded in the pursuit of my DMD as one of the top students in my class both clinically and didactically, my immediate goal was to broaden my horizons in understanding dental medicine. This understanding encompassed the multifaceted and dynamic collaboration of specialties- both of which share the goal of comprehending biomechanics concerning maxillofacial complexion and the proper treatment of various malfunctions.

The medical field is a career path that brings about many options and opportunities of great value. The noble idea of being a doctor tends to cloud the diligent studying and precise training that is actually required for this career. I have wanted to become a doctor since a very young age, and now that the opportunity is here for the taking, I have fully researched what it takes to succeed in this profession and various specialties of the practice. The road to a medical degree is one filled with thousands of notes, years of schooling, and many stressful nights, but the reward is one incomparable to any other. Saving people’s lives on a day-to-day basis has been one of my dreams for as long as I can remember, so the rigorous curriculum

The rise in numbers for doctors are growing and many people don’t understand all the aspect that it takes to even be considered to become a doctor. The years of education that are required depend on what someone would like to specialize in. Sadly though, college and medical school both cost a lot and takes time away from planning further along. Although the path to this career is hard, but it allows them to have an easy lifestyle. My dream career to become a physician for it requires motivation, high level of education, and a stable mentality. These qualities are what I need to ensure I achieve the type of lifestyle I hope to achieve by the end.

Picture opening up a box with over 1000 pieces belonging to a jigsaw puzzle, emptying the contents out on to a tabletop, and then being tasked with putting those pieces together to ultimately create a beautiful picture of the human anatomy. One can imagine the eye for detail, patience and thoroughness that would be required to complete such a task. As with any puzzle it is critical that the wider picture is envisioned at all times, as focusing on only one piece would effectively hinder any progress towards completion.

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

The medical field attracts a wide variety of individuals from all walks of life. The reasons for their shared choice, to pursue a career as a practitioner of medicine, are similarly different. Several of my classmates and friends can point to specific events that helped them make their choice, moments of inspiration when they consciously decided to become physicians. I had no such epiphany, but my choice to study at DMU was influenced by two main factors. Additionally, I have been forced to reevaluate myself and my goals several times along my journey. Most recently, the film “The Doctor” caused a change in perspective regarding my future goals as a physician.

When I was a fourth year medical student, I had a summer volunteer rotation in Intensive Care Unit at University of Illinois Hospital at Chicago. It was a very short time but it definitely impacted my life. Those two months spent there helped me to see the great clinical and investigational opportunities that United States has which are being offered to young physicians. I was very impressed with the excellence of education and dedication in research. It was then that I decided to pursue my future career in US.

I foresee myself practicing medicine in a large urban hospital or in a large practice with other physicians of my same specialty. Working in either of these two environments would allow me to collaborate with colleagues to provide innovative and state-of-the-art care for patients. I am committed to primary care because I have found purpose in translating my interest in the foundational science behind medical diagnoses and my interest in disease pathology into care for my patients. My interest in medical science also leaves me committed to research to further the collective knowledge of the medical community. As a medical practitioner I would like to spend the majority of my time providing primary care for patients and a minority of my time

Growing up in a rural community in northern Russia I was first introduced to the wonderful world of medicine by my father, who was a Neuropathologist by training but worked primarily as a Family Medicine physician in our small northern town. Having him as a role model, and the constant exposure I had to the medical profession and its virtues as a young boy, studying medicine was a natural evolution for me. After immigrating to Canada and with that determination in mind I set out to follow in my father’s steps by pursuing my higher education at Laurentian University in Sudbury where I obtained a B.Sc. degree in Biomedical Biology (Honors), and then successfully completing my M.D. degree program in the West Indies with numerous Medical Practicums in the USA.

I remember entering medical school with the intention of pursuing internal medicine, a specialty that would fulfill my desire to be a strong advocate for adults as well as associate physicians. I cannot even begin to describe how overwhelming it is to see patients improve after methodically figuring out how to nurse them back to health. Internal medicine will allow me to apply my knowledge and the resources available, to figure out the problematic nature of diseases. The challenging array of diseases and working with adults is the reason I am fond of internal medicine.

It all began when I was eight years, my father and I were waiting patiently in our community health center to see the doctor because I had a fever. Few minutes later, a young man stepped out from a wooden door wearing a long white coat with a stethoscope gently resting around his neck. I turned to my father and asked “Dad, is that an Angel”? My father replied, “No son that is the doctor we came to see”. This experience opened up my dream to become a physician.

Through the stress, strain, and painstaking decisions, a doctor is able to stay poised, confident, and meticulous. A doctor has immeasurable qualities. They persevere, and they demonstrate integrity, grit, and compassion among other things. Not everyone is equipped to be a doctor, and not everyone wants to be one, but those of us who do, such as myself, put in a lot of time and effort into achieving this goal. When someone asks me why I want to become a doctor, the answer is easy. I want to emerge as a doctor because I want to help people, but my reasoning extends far beyond that concept. Moreover, I enjoy challenging things, and what could be more challenging than dedicating your life’s work to ensuring that people become well, and go on to live long and happy lives? I enjoy thinking on my toes, and I love learning. The opportunity to become a lifelong learner in order to be the best possible provider that my patient can have, makes me want to achieve a medical degree. When I take the time to reflect upon myself, I know that medicine has always been the right choice for me.

Medicine as a profession is one of the few where we have the prospect of serving and attending to the agony of another human being. And there is nothing more satisfying than pacifying the suffering of another soul.

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Throughout my medical career, I have strived to succeed with the best of my abilities. I completed all of my courses with above average scores. I have successfully passed my Step 1, 2 CS and CK, and MCCEE exams on first attempt. I have used my knowledge to help fellow colleagues by offering mentorship in to MD3 Neuroscience students while I was in MD4. As a clerk during internal medicine core rotation I had the opportunity to work in both hospital and clinical setting. I found this opportunity very rewarding and it helped my developed my patient care.