Personal Statement On Jjt Md Cardiovascular Medicine 11057627

I have dedicated a significant part of my life to the pursuit if knowledge and expertise in the field of cardiology, and have every intention to continue doing so. I have always had great enthusiasm to understand the realm of medicine and hence wished to explore a career in this field. I consider myself to be fortunate that I have been able to become a physician. However, it is an even greater privilege that I have attained the invaluable experience of being a clinical instructor. Being an educator enabled me to develop my own knowledge and skills, as well as share the same with my students. After three years of challenging, stimulating and worthwhile living experiences, I have realized that cardiology is the discipline that I would like to specialize in.
My decision was greatly influenced by the mental challenge that cardiology poses as well as the admiration and respect that I hold for cardiologists. It was highly inspiring and motivating to observe survivors of cardiac events. Almost each of these patients felt that they had been given a new lease of life and it was a cardiologist who was responsible for given them new hope. I had the privilege to be mentored by a number of highly inspirational and renowned cardiologists, who passed on to me their teaching concepts, competence and bedside etiquette. They represent how I envision myself in the future.
In addition, the variety of clinical pathology, procedures and degree of illness makes cardiovascular medicine an alluring challenge to me. For example, I find it fascinating to have a patient interviewed, given a physical examination and the process of correlating all the findings supported by Electrocardiogram, Echocardiogram, as well as more sophisticated nuclear testing and catheterizations techniques. The effective convergence of concepts that range from basic science to clinical medicine, to advance a patient’s life is mesmerizing. I believe Cardiovascular Medicine will offer me a challenging and stimulating career that combines my skills, interest and life experiences.
Being a Cardiologist is not solely a career but a way of living. Numerous of life experiences have prepared me for this field. As an Internist and Clinical Instructor I was able to discover myself, my strengths, my abilities, my skills and my limitations. As a Clinical Instructor I find it extremely fulfilling to support and guide my residents as they evolve into competent healthcare providers. For me, precepting is a highly rewarding experience. I developed lasting bonds with my patients and their families as a community leader through my role as a clinical director. Their constant feedback has tremendously helped motivate me to develop my skills and knowledge in the field of cardiology.
I believe the forefront of Cardiovascular Medicine is Research and Education. I consider myself a lifelong learner and, although I intend to become a clinical Cardiologist, I also plan on continuing work in an academic center in order to carry on teaching. I also look forward to developing my research skills during fellowship. I would particularly like to explore the issue of endothelial dysfunction using incretin hormone activity.
My goal is to utilize my unique background as internist and educator to one day becomes a respected cardiologist. I strongly believe my skills and experiences, honed by vigorous training, hard work and determination will help me achieve my goals.