Statement of Purpose for Pharmacy Studies

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I have always had a great interest in medicine because of the impact it causes on the body. The fact that a pill the size of a lentil can produce so much change in our bodies, as well as the advances in the medical word has inspired me to learn about the formation, characteristics, and the effects of drugs. My initial inclination to become a pharmacist arose seven years ago when my grandmother, who was only 55 at the time, was diagnosed with breast cancer. After undergoing chemotherapy and radiation, my grandmother found out that the cancer has metastasized to her bones, liver, and lungs. Based on her progress, doctors predicted that she had less than two years to live. During the initial steps of her treatment she was prescribed medications such as Nolvadex, which helps treat invasive breast cancer. As months passed, my grandmother grew weaker, thinner, and the cancer has metastasized to her brain as well. Five years later, she was switched to the hormone therapy drug Aromacin. Although there are currently no known cures for metastatic breast cancer, the hormone therapy allowed her to continue fighting her battle against cancer. The estrogen-blocking drugs extended my grandmother’s life by slowing the growth of cancer cells. Oncologists told my grandmother that her time was limited but the drugs have extended her life and helped her live a lot longer than two years. Witnessing my grandmother’s battle and her dependence on medication gave me an insight to study the composition of drugs, their properties, and the effects they have on our bodies. The way in which drugs interact with our bodies in a chemical and physical level fascinated me and galvanized my decision to pursue a career in pharmacy. As a pharmacist, I want to allev... ... middle of paper ... ...ex DM, which would clear his congestion. In Russian, I explained what the medication would do, and the directions on how to take it. The patient was satisfied and I felt thrilled to help him. Gratifying experiences like this drive me into healthcare, and working in Parkway Pharmacy has helped developed attributes that are essential in a pharmacy student. I often reflect on my experience caring for my grandmother where her dependence on medication was essential for her survival. My dream is become a clinical pharmacist and manage patients suffering from chronic diseases and to be involved in cancer-related research. With new diseases and illnesses divulging, innovative drugs and treatments would be required. I fondly believe that pharmacy is a career of persistent learning, and I would love to one day pass on my knowledge and experience to future pharmacists.

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