Why I want to be a Physician Assistant I come from a neighborhood that sends more people to prison than to institutions of higher education - one of San Jose’s “barrios,” an overlooked and predominantly Spanish-speaking community. In the barrio, violence, drugs, and poverty are facts of life. In the 3rd grade, I became aware of the inequities that surround my community. We got paired in class and asked to share how we spent summer. My partner said he had gone to Napa, CA to visit his grandpa’s vineyard, so I asked what “vineyard” meant. The look on his face questioned how anyone could not know that word, which made me feel dumb. Reflecting back, I realized it was not that I was dumb, but that I simply lacked exposure to such vocabulary. After all, no one in the barrio owned a vineyard. Disparities like these extend into healthcare. The poorest get exposed to higher risk factors and, as a result, have higher rates of infectious and chronic illnesses, among other adverse outcomes. This topic touched home with me; it is one of the reasons I …show more content…
When I went to him, I was shocked to see his unrecognizable swollen body; a tube ran from his mouth to the ventilator that maintained his breathing. I had never considered studying medicine; yet, sitting beside my father, watching his vital signs, nothing seemed more natural. In each of my encounters with medicine, the PA who practices medicine as part of a team with physicians personifies all the roles I wish to fulfill. Helping my father and watching him in his recovery not only retained the focus of my interest in medicine but also made the desire to find a meaningful career in healthcare even greater. All of my interests have always led me back to medicine and deepened my resolve that I want to be a
Health Disparities and Racism is an ongoing problem that is reflected among society. Health is when an individual is physically, mentally and social well being is complete. However health disparities seems to be a social injustice within various ethnicities. Health disparities range from age, race, income, education and many other things. Even though we realize health disparities are more noticeable depending on the region of country where they live in. Racism is one of the most popular factors, for why it’s known that people struggle with health.
Is Medical Assisting a great job for me in the future world? Medical assisting is a job that you help people with. This job includes things like taking blood samples, giving shots, check-ups, etc. Any interests I have had within this career is that you help others, prescribe medicine if they are in need, being prompt and taking care of others. Related talents to this career that I have is enjoying helping people, experiencing blood, doing regular check-ups etc. I have selected medical assisting as a career because its easy/ great training in under a year, employment growth, and flexible schedule. I believe that being a medical assisting is the best career for me.
What are Health disparities? Health disparities are "preventable difference in the burden of disease, violence, injury or opportunities to meet optimal health experienced by socially disadvantaged populations". This population can be defined by elements such as race, gender, income, career and geographical location. Health disparities are biased and are related to the historical and uneven distribution of social, economic, political and environmental features. Some of this features include poverty, ecological risks, limited access to health care, educational discriminations and individual and behavioral factors. Some people believe that health disparities are ethically wrong because it demonstrates historical inequality. some ethical values of important in bioethics such as "Kantian ethics, contractarian ethics, and utilitarian ethics have provided theoretical justification" on why health disparities are ethically wrong. While most people believe in the unfairness of these approach to health care solutions, others sorely believe that this approach is beneficiary for those that can't afford proper care due to cost because of their financial limitation, geographical location, ethnicity/race or gender orientation. In this paper, I will expatiate on some disadvantages subsidized by this factors to the population in concern and will cite some of the difficulties faced by these populations due to their inadequate access to good or better health care.
These differences occur as a result of culture, race and geographical location as well as socioeconomic status (Andrews, & Boyle, 2008). Health disparities affect racial and ethnic minorities, low-income groups, women, children, older adults, residents of rural areas, and individuals with disabilities and special care needs (National Institutes of Health, 2010). Health disparities result in inadequate health care for affected populations with significant medical problems. Inadequate health care delivered in an untimely fashion ultimately requires more intervention to resolve worsening problems and also increases health care expenses for individuals, families, and communities (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2008).
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) define healthcare disparities as “differences in access to or availability of facilities and services” (National Institutes of Health [NIH], 2018). These healthcare disparities result in health status disparities which are defined as “variation in rates of disease occurrence and disabilities between socioeconomic and/or geographically defined population groups (NIH, 2018). Essentially, disparate access to healthcare services amongst certain groups of people leads to variation in health-related outcomes compared to those with access. The outcomes of those suffering from healthcare disparities such as lack of insurance and lack of access to healthcare services, whether primary, emergency or mental health care lead to poorer health
Many people rush through their daily life without contemplating their actions, thereby missing vast opportunities for achievement. They waste valuable time engaging in frivolous matters instead of putting their energies towards more productive and meaningful purposes. In the words of the Dalai Lama: “Life is not about acquiring money and other facilities; it is about dedicating your life to helping others as much as you can.” The immeasurable value of helping others has been engrained in me since childhood. As a result of my own difficult family circumstances, I have become more sensitive, kind and mindful towards others and their own situations. I have developed a passion for helping others, which, in combination with a proclivity towards medicine has lead to my descion to become a Physician Assistant. I want to live a life where I can provide healthcare and aid to anyone who needs.
I chose a career as a medical assistant because of the rewards I knew I would experience on a daily basis. Seeing a patient smile because I have helped them understand, or just making them feel comfortable with their visit, is just one of the many perks of my job. Upon graduating from an accredited college such as The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP), I now work for one of the most reputable hospitals in my area. Within two short years of committed studies, I obtained my associate of applied science degree, and then went on to obtain my certification as a medical assistant. There is nothing I have found more fulfilling, strong, secure, or rewarding then choosing to become a medical assistant,
Socioeconomic Disparities and health are growing at a rapid rate throughout the United States of America. To further understand the meaning of Socioeconomic Disparities, Health and Socioeconomic disparities & health, this essay will assist in providing evidence. Disparities can be defined in many ways, of which include ethnic and racial background and class types that deal with it the most. Due to the low income some individuals receive, they have less access to health care and are at risk for major health issues. Although, ethnicity and socioeconomic status should not determine the level of health care one should receive or whether not the individual receives healthcare.
Woolf, S. & Braveman, P., 2011. ANALYSIS & COMMENTARY: Where Health Disparities Begin: The Role Of Social And Economic Determinants—And Why Current Policies May Make Matters Worse. Health Aff, 30(10).
If I could go back in time, I would do many things differently. Then again, how many of us feel the same way? Now that I am a high school senior, I see the importance of an education. It’s up to me to push myself, not my mother or anyone else. I would have liked to come to this realization much sooner, I do not want to work two jobs and not have enough time to be with my family. I have seen how tough it can be. I know what career I would like to pursue. I would like to be a physician’s assistant. I would like to be the first person in my family to go to college. I would like my mother to be proud of me and my accomplishments.
Inequality is the main concern of every economy. Rising costs and population growth are major reasons of this increase. Furthermore, poor populations are more faced with this increase than the others. Nevertheless, experimental study results show that health outcomes are extremely worse among poor populations than the better-off. This means that poor households are suffering from higher rates of mortality and morbidity because despite higher levels of need, they often use health services less (O’Donnell et al. 2008). Because of the poor often spend more on health care as a share of income, inequalities in health care are still existing between poor and non-poor populations. These differences affect quality and sustainability of health care
I have many dreams and aspirations for my life, all of which begin with me going to college. I want to become a physician assistant, and in order to do so I must first get a bachelor's degree in biology and then continue on to graduate school. With a total of six years of college ahead of me I know that paying for college will be a burden. As the youngest of eleven children, with my dad working as a janitor at a small catholic school, and my mom staying at home, my parents are not able to offer much financial support. Also considering the demanding schedule I will have in college, I want to make sure to focus on my academics, so playing sports in hope of scholarship money is also not a feasible option for me. As of right now, my main assistance
My name’s Jody, I am a 26 year old Midwestern mother of two kids. I was born in a small town in the northern part of the state called Hayward, Wisconsin. When I was two years old, we eventually moved to what I consider my hometown of Beloit, WI. Beloit is where I eventually went to school and met my partner, Angel, whom I have been with for the last fifteen years, on and off. It was him who would eventually bring me to Hot Springs, Arkansas at the age of 22. I have a daughter, Emilia, who is five and a son, Tony, who is eight. They’re the reason I decided to go back to school to pursue an education. My children are my biggest motivation to do well in life. Originally I started off going to school as a Medical Assistant, though I did not find
The unparalleled commitment of my father to serve hundreds of ailing, in an under-privileged areas, and my mother who maintained the highest level of care for everyone, endorsed my commitment of taking care of ailing human beings by becoming a doctor. Stepping into medical college, was like marrying the love of my life! I enjoyed every day that I spent in medical college and every moment that I took care of my patients, with compassion and modesty. I learned, on the first day of my clinical rotation that satisfaction is the real fortune of a doctor’s life, which comes through compassion and integrity while taking care of patients.
Ever since I can remember, I have always dreamt of a career in medicine. I have always had a passion of saving others people's lives. Being a doctor is meant for me because I love taking the time throughout my day to make a difference in people's lives. I am willing to further my education for an extended amount of time just to fulfill my dreams of becoming a doctor. Others want to become a doctor because of money or prestige, I want to become a doctor to help the people that are ill. My grandmother, who has been suffering from Cancer for 3 years is recovering from therapy. Even though, she experiences skin problems frequently, the doctors are still doing everything in their power to help her recover. Her hair have started to grow back and she is back to her normal self. This is one of the reasons why I want to be a doctor. When one is a doctor, people look up to that individual when they are at their weakest point. When they have no one else a doctor helps maintain a sense of hope for the patient and his or her family. I will be honored to say that I will be the person people turn t...