Pursuing A Medical Degree: Personal Statement

After graduating high school, I was accepted to Alabama State University and decided to study Biology. I figured that this area would help me study living organisms, life processes and understanding the basic life processes that required different medical provisions. I believed that I would eventually find out if I wanted to studying medicine or counsel people. On May 7, 2011, I graduated from Alabama State University with my Bachelor’s degree in Biology. Then I volunteered at Jamaica Hospital emergency room alongside the medical providers and interact with the families of those who are medically

At this point in my life, I was not completely behind the idea of me attending medical school so I began exploring the idea. I ensured my schedule could accommodate the few missing courses before I graduated and starting looking for ways to further my interest in healthcare such as volunteering. Throughout college, I volunteered at an emergency department and intensive care unit to gain an understanding on what it means to be a medical professional. These events did increase my interest in becoming a physician, but due to the limited nature of volunteering did not solidify my decision. Going into my senior year of college, the idea of medical school still did not feel natural to me so I began focusing solely on the rigorous internship I was about to embark on. It was during this internship at Sanford that the idea of applying to medical school became mine. This was accomplished by immersing myself in the hospital setting and discovering my intense interest in correlating patient test results with their conditions. After graduating with a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, I began working at Sanford where I quickly became the Hematology Education Coordinator for the laboratory. I took this

My dream has always been to work with kids, but once I got older and started paying more attention to the people at my doctor’s office, I immediately admired their career and how happy their job made them. I was stunned by how one doctor could make a baby stop crying after giving them a shot to make them feel better or how they could help a little girl stop sneezing and coughing, this inspired my secondary education plans. From that moment on, I knew that I was meant to be a pediatrician. I plan to attend the University of Georgia, Mercer University, Charleston Southern University or Clemson University in the fall of 2017 majoring in biology/pre-medicine. I am currently a member of National Honor Society and National

Your hearing goes first, followed by your eyesight then it is pitch black.” I remember describing the first time I lost consciousness on the sight of blood; my brothers were huddled around the bed, eager for someone to explain the chaos around the house. My mother and I were returning from the Doctor’s office after giving a blood test. It felt like the entire world’s weight was balancing on my head, so I volunteered to walk home alone as my mother stopped at the pharmacy to get the required antidote. A few moments later, I open my eyes to see I was lying on the sidewalk and my mother was sprinkling water on my forehead. After this incident, no one – including myself - thought I would ever consider a profession in medicine. Yet, here I am, five years later unable to see myself as any other profession other than a doctor.

The dedication of a ballerina, the compassion of a teacher, and the creativity of a scientist all make up my career of choice. I have always looked up to doctors. They heal those who are sick, identify and solve health problems, make discoveries and lead teams to provide patient care. I am fascinated by the way the human body works; what happens at the cellular level, how genes are expressed, and how medications work. Becoming a physician is my ambition. I am ready and excited for the journey leading to this amazing career.

"It does not matter the road you take, or how long it takes you to reach your goal, it only matter that you reach it in the end." (-Anonymous) I start my morning off with this quote daily. To me, it represents who I am on so many levels and why I want to be a nurse. I have not always wanted to pursue a nursing degree. I have always known the medical field was my passion, but I often thought I was needed in other areas. I can look back now at the paths I have gone down and can see how each path God used to show me where I truly needed to be.

As a senior in high school, I am becoming aware of the technological advances in the medical field. I have also realized my love regarding the field of medicine and children. My desire to be a part of the medical field inspired me to seek an undergraduate degree in biology and enter Medical School. I intend to complete studies that expand my knowledge about medicine. I am writing this statement in the hope of pursuing advanced studies at NC State. I believe that these studies are essential for my future career field and will benefit me my entire life.

The pre-matriculation program offered at the LSU School of Medicine is idea for me for many reasons. First, I intend to excel during medical school so I appreciate any program offered to facilitate my successful transition into medical school. As a non-traditional student with a prior career as a scientist, I knew I required a program that would facilitated my transition into medical school. It was in 2008 that I graduated with my bachelors in biomedical sciences and in 2012 my Ph.D; as a result there has been quite some time since I have had a full schedule of didactic classes. Currently, I am completing a spring course in pathophysiology in order to prepare myself for medical school. Although, that class has been extremely beneficial to

I wish, that I was the top person in gymnastic class. I wish, I could be the best on the balance beams and won’t hurt myself. I wish, the bars weren’t so hard to flip around. I wish, I could do a back flip and have the best flips there is. I wish I didn’t have a fear of flipping. I wish, to go to the Olympics and have all perfect scores.

Biomedical sciences have always played a role in my life due to the surgeries I’ve been a victim of and my relatives being active in biomedical fields. At the age of 9, I was diagnosed with Scoliosis in which I had to wear a brace for most of my adolescent years. As time progressed, my curve progressed extremely which resulted to spinal correction surgery. This life experience captured my interest for the medical field. I am an aspiring Biology Pre-Health major at Alabama State University planning to become a pediatrician. My main objectives as a pediatrician would be keeping children healthy, preventing childhood diseases, educating families about the importance of health, and easing difficulties for patients by keeping them happy and comfortable.

Initially Health Science was not my first selected major. Before entering college, my set goal was to become a Pediatric Nurse. Thus, entering Towson University, Pre-Nursing was my selected major. However during my Spring semester of freshman year, I realized that I didn’t want to be in a clinical setting. I also realized that I hated the sight of blood. In addition. I realized I did not want to encounter severely ill children. Nevertheless, my goal was to still be in a health setting working with children and educating them in the areas of good health.

I am trying to go into pre-medicine, but the universities I am looking at do not have this major. I am probably going to major in human science or biology.

With a keen interest in science and a plan to pursue a career in medicine, I am naturally drawn to this course. Through Investigations in Bioscience and Biotechnology, I can dive deep into research and studies on evolving diseases and potential cures. The study of bioscience and biotechnology will give me the unique opportunity to immerse myself in the evolution of how we diagnose diseases and benefit patients. As technology becomes more advanced, medical professionals can analyze a patient’s genetics and help detect diseases early on. This information in turn helps patients leverage preventative medicine to support their health during the early stages, when treatment is the most effective. The intersection of bioscience and biotechnology has

My determination to pursue a career in medicine began in earnest during the summer of 2012, when I worked as an intern in Benedict Hospital in Sekondi, a town in Ghana, West Africa. It was the first time I was exposed to the realities of a career in medicine. Like many other hospitals in the region, it was heavily burdened with patients and lacked both the resources and qualified personnel to properly care for them. Although many people were treated every day, it was unsettling to watch those who were unfortunate enough to be sent home without the necessary care. As an intern, tasked with collecting patient health information, I came in contact with a mélange of people. They all sought reliable medical care, something that should always be available, but was not. At the end of my internship, I left with a clear sense of purpose, which has been a key driving force in my pursuit of a medical career.

My current academic objective is to become a pediatrician, one who cares empathetically for my patient’s well-being. To perfect my career goals there are steps that I have been taking and plan to take in order to achieve my goals. I present you with reasons why I want to gain a productive internship and later attend one of the best medical School in the United States. These steps includes, time considerations and hours, my ideal work environment, my work style and my ideal mentor.