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Medicine Personal Statement

I would love to study medicine because it is a course that combines intense theoretical and practical science. Another pull factor in this field of work is that one is able to apply theoretical knowledge

Medicine will prove to be an incredibly varied, challenging and rewarding career, since it will allow me to apply theoretical knowledge to improve the health of people. Medicine combines the excitement of scientific investigation with a great deal of human contact; this course is unique in this way as it is far from pure research. The course will be an intellectual challenge and will develop my critical thinking as well as my social responsibility. My A level studies have given me a sound foundation, equipping me with theoretical and practical application. Economics has helped my ability to apply theory to many situations whereas chemistry has helped my analytical and practical skills. This will prove beneficial to the course. I regularly read articles related to medicine as these compliment the sciences I study at school and broaden my understanding of the fast advancing developments in the medical world

I am involved in regular voluntary work at 'Birchwood Rest Home' and have completing work experience at Chingford Hospital. Voluntary work at 'Liaqate Medical College' and hospital in Pakistan has provided me with the unique opportunity to compare how hospitals function and how patients are cared for in developing and developed countries. I became acquainted with people from different backgrounds and upbringings, broadening my social understanding. During these placements I realised the importance of being both professional without becoming emotionally attached to patients but still maintaining a high level of sensitivity to their needs. Work experience gave me an insight into the need for efficient time management, organisation skills and the importance of remaining calm in many situations. Shadowing a local GP made me realise the need for doctors to constantly keep up with change and advancement in the medical profession

I was part of the Young Enterprise in my school, this was a Limited company set up by a group of students who were given the opportunity to come up with profitable schemes. This gave me the ability to work very well in a team as well as exercise my leadership and management skills. Wanting to work with children, I took a placement in the autistic unit in my school working with pupils that have learning difficulties. This really helped to enhance my interpersonal and listening skills, moreover it made me realise the need for patience in certain situations. This proved useful when I was given the opportunity to look after a lower school form group. I was also part of the sixth form committee representing my form, where I was responsible for solving problems within the sixth form and any queries students had such as arranging year trips. One main task was to raise the money for cancer research by organising events such as a cricket tournament. From this I gained organisational, as well entrepreneurship skills that can be useful when new strategies need to be formulated to tackle situations. These tasks also taught me the importance of working collectively, and the need for realistic compromises to achieve important goals

Being a keen sportsman I represent my school in cricket and discus, as well as being part of a cricket team outside of school and a self defence class of taekwondo. Being the captain of cricket the team really helped my ability to deal with intense situations and problems that could mean a victory or a defeat in matches. This has enabled me to take initiatives and sustain momentum as well as improve my leadership skills, which are skills which will contribute to a successful medical career. I also help out in cleaning very fragile jewellery in my dad's shop using sophisticated instruments that help my manual dexterity which is a key skill required by a doctor. I am aware that medicine is a very lengthy and tough course, however I feel my genuine need to help people and my love of science will make medicine a very rewarding career.Taking part in many activities, I have developed skills that compliment my academic studies, which combined with my commitment I feel I can successfully contribute to a career in medicine.

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