Essay On Veterinary Technician

Multiple factors played a role in my decision to become a physician. My passion for science initiated my interest in medicine. An inherent need to be challenged and my ability to excel academically provided the confidence necessary to pursue medical school. My natural ability to lead contributed to the idea that I could succeed at becoming an exceptional physician. Most importantly, my desire to make a difference by serving others provides me with the ambition to pursue a career in medicine.

My passion for science, beginning in childhood, initiated my interest in medicine and led me to becoming a registered veterinary technician. Here my curiosity regarding medicine was allowed to grow and evolve. Over time, however, I found my occupation to be less challenging and realized my need for something greater. After much thought, the obvious choice was to pursue a career as a physician.

My history of academic excellence gave me the confidence required to pursue medical school. I graduated third in my class in high school and in the top ten percent of my veterinary technology class, making medical school a reasonable goal. I went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude from Cleveland State University, where I also …show more content…
Throughout my life others have frequently perceived me as a leader, and consequently, I tend to naturally fall into leadership roles. During my career as a veterinary technician, I was placed in charge of a surgical ward and promoted to shift leader due to my superiors’ confidence in my leadership capabilities. The most fulfilling leadership role I have pursued is peer tutoring, as it is particularly rewarding to utilize my academic and leadership ability to assist others. As a physician, my natural ability to lead will serve me well, principally in the areas of patient education and the education of future