Statement of Purpose to Pre Medical Program

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Statement of Purpose to pre medical program
My first brush with the medical field came early on when I was still in high school. The
local hospital repaired volunteers to cope up with the growing number of patients due to the flu
epidemic. A group of 20 students was selected form our school, and I was one of them. I was
sixteen and had little clue what medical field was about or how the hospital worked. As I walked
into the hospital, I was not sure of what to expect and what was expected of me. I felt lost and
confused. I was in doubt and wondered if I would like the experience of getting my feet wet in
healthcare. Little did I know that my experience here was going to be a life-changing one for
me.
We had a busy day getting involved in the hospital activities and were assigned different
asks. Whether it was getting medications or helping an old patient on his wheelchair and even
entertain a patient who is bored and get him involved in small talks. I admired at the dedication
of the doctors and their hard work as they worked nonstop to tackle with the ever increasing
number of patients. Although I was tired by the end of the day, all I knew was that I had that
genuine feeling of happiness of making a difference in someone’s life. It was indeed amazing as
to how even the smallest things could make such a huge difference in someone’s life. I looked at
the doctors and felt that what a wonderful life they make, of serving humankind and working
hard despite the adverse conditions and challenges. The next time I went to the hospital, I felt as
if I had just arrived home and this was the world for me. Thereafter, I spent whatever free time I
had at the hospitals, volunteering or shadowing the doctors. I realized how much I enjoyed the