My Motivations For Internal Medicine

The motivation to pursue Medicine as a career have been frequently presented as a few typical clichés. Some say “I’ve always known that Medicine was the career for me.” Others say “I was often sick as a child” thus “the hospital was an integral part of my life” while others use the typical “Dr. ________ changed my life and I always wanted to be just like him/ her”. While some these things ring true of my own life experience, there were numerous, sometimes unrelated things, that have influenced my decision and fueled my desire to pursue Medicine. I am particularly drawn to Internal Medicine because of its complex problem solving opportunities, emphasis on team centered adult care, and the never-ending learning opportunities it affords.
Medicine presents a myriad of complex puzzles waiting to be solved. Though not for the faint of heart, Internal Medicine allows for a daily dose of these complex diagnostic and treatment problems. During my Internal Medicine rotation, one of my most memorable cases was a 44-year-old who presented with shortness of breath, cough, night sweats, fever, focal neurological

I would play Point Guard, as the position suited my personality and skill. However, if at any point there was someone better suited for the position, I’d happily play Shooting Guard and do my best to help the Point do a great job. If it was best for the team, it was best to me; although not always best for me. I understand and value the importance of teamwork. I excel in this environment because I know from experience what it means to be a team player. In the hospital, Internists play Point. While I worked as a Registered nurse I quickly learned that caring for patients should be a team activity. Whether it’s getting a Neurology consult on a difficult stroke patient or rallying the Nurses and Residents through a tough patient, good Internists can effectively manage their team for the good of the