Student Doctor Transition

Professionalism and the ability to gain respect in the community in which you live is of utmost importance as you embark upon a career as a physician. What three professional qualities do you feel a Student Doctor must be able to demonstrate as he/or she makes the transition into the study and practice of medicine. How will you demonstrate those qualities as a medical student at VCOM?

The care that I will give my patient will also involve being empathic. This will enhance the development of the therapeutic relationship that will finally improve the outcomes. Compassion and empathy will make my patients more forthcoming with their symptoms. This yields accurate diagnosis. It also improves care given to patients. The interaction that takes place during this process affects the patient's recovery process. I also intend to cultivate a culture of trust between me and my patients. It has to be there for me to realize effective therapeutic relationship that leads to job satisfaction.

They serve as pillars of wisdom and guidance while exhibiting communication adroitness with care teams and patients to engineer top-notch medical care. To maintain high standards, effective medical professionals are constantly taking in new information through continuing education, placing providers at the pinnacle of knowledge. Moreover, physicians require affective aptitude as they must convey empathy during patient interactions. All these attributes draw me to seek the personal challenge and resulting responsibilities that are demanded. I desire to become an important contribution to society in a field I am passionate

Backing all great physicians are a group of highly trained and dedicated individuals ranging from scribes to nurses. A student doctor must understand that working in groups is not just a skill needed to succeed in undergraduate school, but it is also a skill that is critical to becoming a good physician. During my times as a medical scribe in the ER, I have been present during several codes and I have witnessed the importance of group work firsthand. On several occasions, in fact, I have found myself as an important member of a patient’s care team. As a VCOM student doctor, I will continue to keep the critical principle in mind. Whether it is something as simple as studying for an exam or something as important as saving a coding patient, I will always make sure to work well with others and play my part as best as I

Just as the institution is eager to continue embracing the ever-changing world of healthcare and medicine, I too embody this same distinguishing characteristic. Throughout my undergraduate experiences I have learned in order to be a steward and servant of the medical profession one must exercise teamwork, service, empathy, accountability, and optimism; all of which coincide with the tenets that are declared by the Meharry Medical College, School of Medicine culture. Attending this medical school would be one of the greatest rewards for my motivation and persistence. I know for certain there would be no greater experience than to be a part of the Meharry Medical College

Open mindedness, a calm demeanor and empathy are key qualities that all physicians share and are strong components that go towards helping others control and overcome sickness. I want to be able to lend a helping hand to anybody regardless of sex, gender, race, age, or health status. True satisifaction is knowing that I was able to positively impact somebody's day or life. Physicians are advocates for public health issues and play a strong public role in the community. I look forward to participating in the community and along the way gaining the trust and developing strong relationships with my coworkers, patients and members of the surrounding

I realized I had similar strengths, like strong interpersonal skills and compassion, that would help me connect with patients at a personal level and foster trust and meaningful relationships with other members of a health team. I was particularly impressed how family physicians treated a range of medical issues and kept a watchful and continuous eye toward patients while managing multiple tasks. They maintained their professionalism regardless of their setting or the severity of the patient's condition. I developed a profound appreciation for

As the daughter of a healthcare professional, medicine was a constant throughout my life; however, my understanding and motivation to pursue this career came from my experiences. As I explored medicine by shadowing various physicians, I realized that developing trusting relationships with patients was the first vital aspect of medicine. Whether traveling to rural Honduras on a medical brigade, volunteering at a clinic for the uninsured, or serving as a camp counselor for children with IBD, I realized everyone wanted to be cared for by a doctor whom they could trust to provide quality care. This trust begins with listening to health problems and the patient’s social issues to put the symptoms in the proper perspective. Establishing this patient

Dr. Zhou has also agreed with this statement. When asked about his opinion of the knowledge and skills required to have to survive in the medical industry, he has mentioned being loving, caring, tolerant, and responsible towards the patient. It is important to connect well with patients, especially if one is traumatized or in an unhealthy state of mind. A doctor should help the patient ease their pain not only physically, but mentally as well. Therefore, compassion and communication is an important aspect of caring for the

This role does not only allow me to shadow doctors while they engage with patients, providing an opportunity to gain invaluable information and advises. This role requires most of my attention towards patients’ needs, which helps to establish a professional relationship and understand what they expect a doctor to be: caring and sensitive but decisive. As English is not my first language, my bilingual skills give me a chance to help some patients through being a translator. It is not the dream job anyone imagines, hours of sleepless shifts, tremendous responsibility with no room for errors as dealing with fragile lives and not products. This only further strengthens my decision to pursue medicine. What I most admire is how empathetic a doctor can be yet unaffected during a critical situation. It is more than just a skill; it is a talent.

developing a rapport with ones patients and that a little compassion and understanding can mean the world to a

The importance of compassion in the health field is undeniable. Doctors must relate to their patients and speak to them with care and understanding. Through reading “The White Coat” essay as well as retrospectively looking at my own encounters with medical professionals, I have been able to see the lasting impact that a truly empathetic doctor can have. Another way

Developing long-term relationships with patients is what I’m looking forward to as a Family Physician. Through my experiences as a medical student, intern, hospital volunteer, and observer, my most enjoyable moments are those spent listening to the patient. I have learned that communication, empathy and good listening skills, attributes

A physician’s commitment to compassion needs to start before they ever enter the examination room. Burnout experienced throughout a physician’s career can easily undermine what good work they do inside the examination room. For this reason, it is important to approach every patient interaction unhindered. Doing so ensures that no patient feels rushed by the next patient, or feels as if their physician is unapproachable due to an inevitable bad day. Once a physician successfully minimizes burnout, it is important they then follow through with expressions of genuine compassion inside the examination room.

I have taken stock of myself, considering my skills, experiences, and goals. I have looked to family and friends, some of whom are doctors, for advice. Because of this self-examination, I have decided to pursue a career in health care. The process has been difficult at times but always illuminating. Throughout it all, I have never lost confidence - the confidence that I will actively absorb all available medical knowledge, forge friendships with fellow students, and emerge from my training as a skilful and caring physician.