Prosthetic And Orthotics Personal Statement

I have always had a high admiration for the impact that physicians have on families. At an early age, my younger sister had major heart surgery. Being four, I was too young to fully grasp what this meant for my family, but I quickly learned the grief my parents endured thinking their only daughter would not live past two. Dr. Jane Doe saved my sister, giving me a friend for life. I have set my goal to be like countless doctors who save lives daily and improve the quality

I was just two weeks into my internal medicine rotation at Suez Canal University in Egypt, when I encountered a case that I still remember to this day. Ms. Rafat was an elderly diabetic patient that came into our clinic complaining of a persistent wound on the sole of her foot. Upon removing her boots, her complaint turned out to be a foot ulcer with an infection extending to the first and second metatarsal bones .Unfortunately for her, we had to break the news to her and her family that her foot would need amputation. Ms. Rafat was understandably upset but took the news in stride. Following up on her case, I learned that after the surgery, the blood flow to her leg became increasingly poor and she had to return to have a below the knee amputation. Ms. Rafat ended up dying of pulmonary embolism as a complication of her second surgery. This case stayed with me not only because it

Despite my parent’s challenges, they were still able to raise me with love and care and surrounded me in an environment where I

In October of 2012 my son was born. I put my plans on hold and focused on providing for him. I wanted him to have everything I had as a child. My mother worked day and night when I was younger. I can still remember holidays where she'd wake up at the crack of dawn just to prepare a full feast and go to work that afternoon. I knew the importance of sacrifice and hardwork. I also wanted my son to experience the chance to have his father around. I wanted it so bad that I endured two long years of mental and

Truthfully, as an undergraduate I knew very little about the osteopathic profession. In 2013, however, I began working as a medical scribe with Dr. Ghaffari-Greene, DO, in the Sibley ER and she opened my eyes to the beauty of osteopathic medicine. Thanks to Dr. Ghaffari-Greene, and a number of other osteopathic physicians in the ER, I have come to understand what osteopathic medicine is all about. Three years after my first exposure to the osteopathic profession, I continue to be motivated to become an osteopathic physician for many reasons. These include the following:

I chose to pursue a career as a physician in osteopathic medicine for several reasons mainly relating to the nature and philosophy of osteopathy. My first reason is the the extra set of tools osteopathic physicians use to diagnose and treat patients. Osteopathic physicians are trained to use their hands to reorient muscles and joints to improve the body’s natural healing processes. By doing so, patients can reduce their dependence on prescribed medications or surgeries to treat their symptoms. My second reason is that I am interested in studying the wide variety of common health problems osteopathic medicine can diagnose and heal such as environmental allergies, asthma, and hypertension. My third reason is because I plan to offer the most effective

Toughness, ambitious and strength come down to one trait both my mom and I share; determination. Raising a family and working her job in throbbing pain every day because of not having a meniscus in her left knee didn’t stop her from doing what she loved for the people she loves. The author of the article stated, “Being passionate about your work and resilient in the face of setbacks are key, most experts agree” (Mangan). Seven-teen years ago, her softball princess was ready to be born right before a softball playoff game. Her princess could not be born naturally, with that being said, the only option was a C-section. My mom with a huge cut under her stomach, knowing that the doctor would be upset if she didn’t go home and rest, did not listen.

What intrigues me most in the field of Occupational Therapy is that I could make a positive impact in the lives of others. An occupational therapist can help a patient revitalize their physical, cognitive, or emotional disabilities, and develop or restore its functionality through continuous practice and effort. There is nothing more fulfilling for me than to see an individual achieving the greatest possible independence. This train of thought arose when I observed an occupational therapist working with my mother to return her arm to feeling normal again after her accident.

One day while walking through Frankenmuth, my mother had a gut feeling that she was expecting. When my parents returned home from the day’s festivities my mom snuck away to take a pregnancy test, which confirmed she was in fact pregnant. According to my dad, he was surprised and very excited to be expecting. My parents had long been trying to start their family but had suffered a miscarriage 8 weeks into their first pregnancy. Due to the prior miscarriage, my parents decided to use caution and wait until they made it through the first trimester to share the news with friends and family. My mother went on to explain that pregnancy changed everything for her from her diet to her daily activities. Both of my parents

My best friend had a difficult delivery that resulted in an emergency c-section. I credit the quick and competent intervention of those on her obstetrics team with saving her life and the life of her baby. I spent several days with her in the hospital following her delivery. I began to think about my mother and what would have happened to me if she had declined medical care in a similar situation. I thought about the people of Costa Rica who want and need access to health care, but do not always have it. I again began to question my career path, and I became compelled to explore a career in

A occupational therapist makes the world a better place. Through helping people learn about their problems and teaching them how to overcome them they open the eyes of people everyday. This is a career I would like to see in my future. I enjoy talking with and helping other live a easier life. This is why I believe a occupational therapist is the job for me. I will continue to learn about the steps and chase my dream to become a occupational

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I can honestly say going through labor was the most painful thing I had ever experienced. Once Freddrick finally did arrived I knew that I would love him unconditionally for the rest of my life. He was just as precious as he could be and didn’t have a worry in this world. I didn’t know the type of mother I would be, but I was determined to be a different type of teenage mother. I wanted to show everyone I might be young with a son, but I made sure Freddrick was taken care of financially, Freddrick came first in my life at all times, Freddrick had disciplined in his life, and that he would know that mommy would always love him regardless of what happens through life.

I will never forget the moment my labor began, the moment that marked that step in my journey into motherhood. I can remember everything about it so clearly. My mom, fiancé, and I woke up early Friday morning to make our way to Western Missouri Medical Center. I stood in front of the mirror looking at my belly knowing it would be my last time standing in that bathroom with my baby inside of me still. It was a bittersweet moment that I cherished as long as I possibly could. I was set to be induced that morning and very excited, yet a little bit nervous. I had no idea what to expect. I’d been waiting a very long 37 weeks to finally meet this precious human that had been growing inside me. I had ideas of what he might look like, and what the experience might be like, however nothing could have prepared me for what was in store over the next few days.

Mother: I have a case of moderate arthritis from playing tennis and gardening, so my doctors were concerned about my body's ability to carry the pregnancy to full term and handle the full ordeal of the delivery. The birth of our child took a long time. I was in labor for nearly four days. We hired a lovely midwife who has specialized knowledge in handling special births, but after the second day, we decided to load me up in the car and head for the hospital. It was frightening, I suppose, but I also felt a clarity of purpose. I really wanted this baby and I knew that the baby's best chance and my best chance for survival was for me to stay calm and coherent as possible, for the sake of my family.