Med School Personal Statement

The ability of physicians to examine their patients in intense environments with professionalism and not only nurture patients physically but also emotionally has always intrigued me from an early age itself. However, my love for science and the human body was initially sparked when in 2015 my younger sister slipped from a swing and heavily injured her head. The way doctors treated my sister by remaining calm even in the most profound situations truly intrigued and fascinated me. My continued experiences with the doctors further made me realize how highly respected and hardworking they are by saving the lives of strangers yet they expect no gratitude in return.

Throughout my academic career, I have chosen classes that will ultimately benefit my aspiration to attend medical school. My enthusiasm for science has been reflected in my secondary school grades as I have constantly been able to compete for the top spot. In addition to good grades, this profession also compels a person to deal with high-stress environments effectively which can be recognized through my high school records where the strength to cope with the huge pressure due to time constraints is very critical to succeed in the competitiveness surrounding the curriculum.

In addition to academics, my participation in different co-curricular activities has provided me with many essential life skills. Over the years I have participated in several MUN as well as debate conferences as I apprehended long ago that qualities such as leadership skills and teamwork spirit are critical not only to succeed as a doctor but are also very important in today’s modernized world. Realizing the importance of computers and robotics I have also participated more than once in the workshops arranged by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) which have given me a valuable insight into the workings of computers and other electronic devices that are used daily in a medical environment in the rapidly developing technological world. To have a greater understanding of the medical profession and to confirm whether or not it was the right career choice for me I spent 25 hours as a volunteer at Hamad Medical Corporation Qatar.

Medicine encompasses more than hard science. Medicine is also about people- their feelings, struggles, and concerns. My experiences in tutoring my sister during the last few months of my gap year also nurtured my passion for medicine. I found that helping her required more than knowledge of basic science. Rather, I was only able to address her problems when I sought out her underlying fears and feelings. These abilities, I believe, are crucial to be a sensitive and understanding physician.

One of the other most vital skills to become successful not only in Medical School but also in practical life as a doctor is the ability to cope with failure. Last year after being rejected from Weil Cornell, instead of getting demotivated and giving up, I decided not to let a setback keep me away from pursuing my life long dream career. By leveraging my application materials, I continued my commitment to medicine and did not give up in the face of difficulties. The valuable insights that I got into the practical life of a doctor especially during my visit to Pakistan, when I assisted my uncle in his hospital, further reinforced my decision to study medicine as I witnessed the impact of compassion, problem-solving, and perseverance. From him, I learned what separates good doctors from great doctors. Good doctors can accurately diagnose a patient and administer the proper medication. Great doctors, however, can earn each patient’s trust. They serve both as a patient’s caretaker and companion, even if a cure for their condition isn’t immediately available. Because of these experiences, I believe that medicine is precisely this: the application of knowledge of both humankind- our hearts, souls, minds, and bodies- and human disease towards the eradication of human pain.

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