I was torn between becoming a medical professional or a researcher; both options I had been passionate for since beginning college. My research experiences prompted me to pursue a career in research. It gave me the ability to test my knowledge, my patience, and my commitment to producing results that supported--or rejected--something I chose to investigate. But I needed some opportunity that could persuade me to determine which career was the best for me. This opportunity came in the form of a summer internship with Kossuth Regional Health Center, a rural healthcare facility in Algona, Iowa. It was then that, while working full-time with physicians, physician assistants, nurses, and staff, I obtained hands-on experiences as a "medical …show more content…
I drew blood and cultured samples in lab; I filled prescriptions in pharmacy; I visited Community Health clients in their homes; I even prepared meals with Dietary. As I worked in each department, I realized that each employee played a critical role in the success of not only their department, but in the success of the entire facility. I discovered how hospital and clinic staff relied heavily on the lab, how Surgery and Clinic depended on Radiology, and how Dietary provided hospital staff with opportunities to meet new employees. Even I played an integral role in the hospital. While working with Community Health and Public Relations, I contributed several community-oriented ideas to promote their new Tobacco Coalition Campaign; of which one has already been used to educate the public of the 1300 deaths from tobacco-related diseases each day. My contribution to the campaign is one significant example of how important even my role as an intern was to promoting …show more content…
I saw this in each of the providers I worked with. While working with an osteopathic physician, I observed that his passion and dedication for promoting the highest of patient satisfaction surpassed his schedule. He made sure patients were not only satisfied with their visit, but he encouraged his patients--while giving them his number--to not hesitate to contact him if they needed anything. His commitment to patients was astonishing and only surpassed by a physician assistant who was locally adored. His caring personality and genuine concern for patients was obvious, but his commitment and concern for employees was exceedingly unique. He made sure employees were content, worked effortlessly to educate patients about their illnesses and treatments, and even made sure I had positive experiences throughout my internship. The providers expressed deep compassion and commitment towards patients and staff; qualities I know I have demonstrated in my continued dedication to serving each community I have
... caring for everyone within the community, including their employees and stakeholders, creating a environment for more caring and healing for the patients and families.
I began my college career unsure of the path ahead of me. I knew I had a passion for medicine, however, I did not know which direction I would take. With the expansive amount of options offered within the fields of science and medicine, it was difficult to narrow down exactly what direction I wanted to take. I gained some clarity the summer of my sophomore year when I stayed at a close friend’s home, whose father, a practicing Medical Physician, became somewhat of a mentor to me. The passionate way in which he discussed the practice of medicine led me to develop an interest in pursuing a career as a physician. He explained that a career in the medical field was about responsibility, the responsibility to work with all members of the healthcare team for the well-being of the patient as well as their family
Since a young age, I always felt inclined towards pursuing a career in the health care field; daydreaming about myself working at a clinic or hospital and making a positive impact on someone’s life. When I started college, I decided to major in Biology and explored the different career options the health field had to offer me by shadowing dietitians, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare workers to find my ideal job.
... tutoring, advising, and volunteer opportunities, I have developed a strong sense of leadership, confidence, and responsibility. A career in medicine will not only strengthen such attributes, but provide me with an ongoing opportunity to learn, not just from books, but also from patients; and to educate and serve those individuals as well. Though my journey began under dismal circumstances, I believe those experiences will specifically enable me to better understand quality of life issues in the under-served populations of my geographic region.
For two semesters of my junior year, I interned at Huntsville Hospital, shadowing nurses and technicians in many different areas of the hospital, including the emergency room and cardiovascular units. Oddly enough, I liked giving obese, old patients bed baths, helping them to the bathroom, and cleaning their bed pans. But, don’t get me wrong. It wasn’t exactly what I loved doing, but I knew it was part of the job, and I willingly did the dirty work. By the end of my junior year, I knew I loved the hospital environment and wanted to eventually work there; however, I just didn’t know in what capacity.
As a student that is currently seeking a career in the medical professions, I have had to routinely contemplate my reasons for pursuing such an extensive education program in a field that is constantly demanding excessive time and effort. I know of students—many friends and acquaintances of mine included—that have the most sure-fire, inspirational stories that align with their desire to become doctors, surgeons, physician assistants, etc. They always seemed to have a story that emphasized their desire to “give back” what they have received from the medical community. Because of that, ever since the beginning of high school, I have been trying to find an extraordinary reason, a purpose for my medical pursuits. Perhaps I could justify my passion for
...forming bench research at Barry University and Weill Cornell Medical College in the Traveler’s Research Fellowship, I have been exposed to the side of medicine where scientists work every day to find cures for diseases and save lives. Experiencing different aspects of medicine has made me a more competent individual to thrive in this field and has deepened my interest and passion to pursue medicine as a career.I believe that those who fight with so little against so much truly need others to help them in their struggle. Being a physician is not only becoming a successful professional. I will work hard to bring about necessary changes to end social disparities, so that more groups in society receive the best healthcare. By making a difference in their lives, I will receive rewarding experiences that are worth all the hard work and sacrifice my chosen career requires.
I grew up in a research and development campus where my father is a scientist. Research and curiosity were constantly encouraged and this prompted me to take up medicine as a career, a field that offers tremendous prospects for research and discoveries. Throughout medical school I tried to be involved in research and attempts at trying out new ideas, be it in the lab or working with human subjects. I carried this through my residency and now my fellowship. The idea of studying a topic or issue that has so far not been treaded upon seems to be extremely exciting and challenging.
In order to determine whether or not clinical medicine was the right career for me, I started shadowing Dr. Richard Turner in the ER. Through my experiences with him, I learned that medicine is a problem solving process. As I watched, he would take a patient's history and try to piece together the correct diagnosis by deciding which scenarios were more likely than others. I was attracted by the dynamic nature of each patient's diagnosis and the necessity for an open mind. My hobby of flying has taught me to look at everything in life with a new perspective and to assess the situation from as many angles as possible. Watching Dr. Turner has confirmed my perception of a medical career and the nature of the work involved. Since I love puzzles and problems, the problem solving aspect also increased my desire to become a physician.
Over all, in the healthcare system we must be and remain passionate human beings who serve with pride and
My final course deliverable I choose the internship option. The site that I would prefer to do an internship at is Colorado Children’s Hospital located at 13123 East 16th Avenue Aurora, CO 80045. Children’s hospital Colorado is the only pediatric level 1 trauma center within the region and provides comprehensive medical care to children ages birth through adolescents. Conditions they treat are from minor illnesses to complex medical conditions, emergencies and traumas (Childrens Colorado, 2018).
Through the internship, I have developed an institution competency in addition to the technical and administration competency. In particular, I have gained exposure to the health policy formulation/implementation and development of health system in diverse communities throughout staff training sessions, projects and assignments which I observed and participated. Also, I gained exposure to assessment of health status in population by implementing of survey assessment and patient satisfaction. Moreover, I developed an understanding of management of health risks (risk management) such as being aware of healthcare challenges environment. That is VA, along with the rest of healthcare, faces unprecedented challenges, such as funding shortfalls, quality
In high school, I was among those students who always indicated that I will be going college. However, unlike most people I seem to meet these days I did not know that I wanted to be a doctor. When it was time to head off to college, I was still unsure of what I wanted to pursue. As most college freshmen, I did not know what major best suits my personality. I desired a career that would define who I am and a career that is self-gratifying. However, the path that I should follow was unclear to me. Because of my uncertainty I failed to see that my parents dream became my reality. As I began my college experience as a nursing student, I felt somewhat out of place. I realized that my reason for majoring in nursing was my parents' influence on me. They wanted me to believe that nursing is right for me. I always knew I wanted to go into the medical field, but I felt that I needed to know how to choose a medical specialty that I feel is right for me. My first step was to change my major. I chose to change my major to biology. My love for science led me to this decision. I began to explore the opportunities open to biology students.
During the course of time, I’ve learned many useful things that have led me to be the person I want to be today. From college classes to work experiences, I now have the ability to exceed upon internship experiences that can shape my perspective on life. The purpose of this paper is to summarize, reflect, analyze, and synthesize on my internship experience at the Children’s Home of Reading-Acute Partial Hospitalization Program.
Throughout my life, I have worked towards one goal which is to become a doctor. Medicine offers the opportunity for me to integrate different scopes of science while trying to improve human life. Medicine has intrigued me throughout all my life because it??s a never ending mystery and every answer has questions, and vice versa. Upon entering my career, I had assumed that professional and financial success would surely bring personal fulfillment. This realization triggered a process of self-searching that led me to medicine. The commitment to provide others with healthcare is a serious decision for anyone. As I examined my interests and goals, however, I underwent a process of personal growth that has propelled me towards a career as a physician. A career in medicine will allow me to integrate thoroughly my passion for science into a public-service framework. Since childhood, I have loved acquiring scientific knowledge, particularly involving biological processes. During my undergraduate studies, I displayed my ability to juggle competing demands while still maintaining my academic focus; I have succeeded at school while volunteering part time, spending time with family and friends, and working part-time. To better serve my expected patient population, I worked over my English and Korean language skills. I have come to discover that a job and even a good income, without another significant purpose, will not bring satisfaction. I planed to utilize my assets, namely my problem- solving affinity, strong work ethic, and interpersonal commitment, to craft a stimulating, personally rewarding career in medicine. I have taken stock of myself, considering my skills, experiences, and goals. I have looked to family and friends, some of whom are doctors, for advice. Because of this self-examination, I have decided to pursue a career in health care. The process has been difficult at times but always illuminating. Throughout it all, I have never lost confidence - the confidence that I will actively absorb all available medical knowledge, forge friendships with fellow students, and emerge from my training as a skilful and caring physician.