I Want To Pursue A Degree In The Medical Field

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Ever since I was a little girl, I was certain I wanted to work in a medical setting. The idea of relieving people of pain and changing their lives for the better was always something I strived to do. Of course, no one is truly certain if they will enjoy their long desired career until they are placed into that setting. Fortunately for me, I have been presented with several opportunities that have enabled me to spend countless hours shadowing healthcare professionals. The experience I have gained far exceeds that of other eighteen-year-olds across the country. This experience distinguishes me as a candidate for the Calhoun Honors College, as it has lead me to be more focused, knowledgeable, and driven towards my goals. My first experiences in the medical field came from my participation in the Deaconess Health Science Institute. This program is for elite students who demonstrate interest in the medical field, and allows these students to spend two full weeks learning the ins and outs of working in the medical field. Participants spend sixteen hours per day listening to lectures from renowned physicians, shadowing various specialty …show more content…

Through school programs, I am able to shadow at the two local hospitals every school day, which has allowed me to gain knowledge in specialties such as immunology, endocrinology, and pulmonology. I spend three hours every week day speaking with doctors, nurses, and patients, all while acquiring an immense amount of information about the medical field. The hours I have spent in a medical setting have solidified my desire to enter the medical field, specifically as a physician. I am now more passionate and confident as I enter my undergraduate studies. It is rare that someone my age has such valuable experience in their desired career, and the opportunities I have been presented with place me far above other

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