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I have taken the "scenic route" to becoming a physician, and my journey has served me well. Completing my senior year of medical school, I enthusiastically look forward to a residency in pediatrics.
During high school, I considered pursuing a career in medicine. I was an honor student and participated in many extracurricular activities, but lacked the confidence and commitment to attempt premedical studies. I set my sights on becoming a nurse practitioner. As an undergraduate, I did well academically in nursing, but found myself occasionally questioning whether I should redirect my efforts toward medicine. Believing the additional years of schooling would only delay my entrance to the "real world," I decided to complete my training in nursing.
After graduating, most of my work was in a neonatal intensive care nursery. Caring for critically ill infants was tremendously challenging and satisfying for me. While working alongside pediatric residents on a daily basis, I became more interested in medicine. It was then that I knew I had the desire, motivation, and confidence to study medicine and become a doctor.
Entering medical school, I wanted a career in a primary care specialty. I enjoyed my previous experience in critical care, but thought I would be happiest preventing illness and helping patients optimize their health. Upon completion of many core and elective clerkships, I reaffirmed my decision to proceed with training in a primary care specialty. I felt most effective in pediatrics and medicine and most fulfilled by the quality of doctor-patient relationships in these specialties.
Ultimately, I have decided to become a pediatrician; and my decision is multifaceted. I find the challenges and pleasures from interacting with children and participating in their development exceptionally rewarding. For me, studying pediatric medicine is more interesting than other areas of medicine. Furthermore, I want to work against common adult disease processes often initiated in childhood.
I seek a well respected pediatric residency program that places quality teaching as one of its highest priorities. The program should offer its residents broad clinical experience with a children's hospital as one of its major facilities. Additionally, the program should foster a cohesive and congenial working environment while supporting the residents in their individual career goals. My husband and I look forward to residing in a liveable and vibrant city!
