“Don’t consider yourself a real physician except when you practice medicine at its best” with these words, Dr Hassib, my medicine professor ended our final lecture in medical school. At that time, all I thought he meant was that I needed to excel in my final exams and secure a position in a good residency program. His words were always in the back of my mind though, and indeed, I graduated with the Highest Honours and got accepted in the best residency program in Egypt, Cairo University. At that point, I thought I had reached the peak of my dreams, but it took me some years to realize that my journey didn’t even begin yet.
It all started at a very early age, I can still remember how I was really fascinated when my father who is a veterinary …show more content…
I am particularly intrigued by the doctor-patient relationship, which impress me as a seamless blend of problem solving, hypothesis testing, trust building and appreciation of the patient’s individuality. Behind the countless chief complaints I faced during my residency, I met real people, each with a story that shaped who they were and how they reached this point in their lives. I realized that a physician shouldn’t only try to cure a patient’s physical pains but he should also treat him functionally and …show more content…
Furthermore, my diverse life experiences have helped me to know that I possess many positive skills that will make me a very valuable asset to a medical team. Some of these characteristics are determination, resilience, mental strength and compassion. My involvement in activities both inside and outside of medicine has really added to me and I believe made me a well-rounded person.
As I completed my residency in Egypt, my love for internal medicine is the same today as it was on my very first day but my passion to explore more has grown. I will always bring to residency enthusiasm, diligence and most of all, my endless curiosity. Today Dr Hassib’s words still resonate loudly as I prepare for my journey towards residency in the United States, a journey searching for the best medicine which I hope will make me, one day, a real
It all started at a very early age, I can still remember how I was really fascinated when my father who is a veterinary …show more content…
I am particularly intrigued by the doctor-patient relationship, which impress me as a seamless blend of problem solving, hypothesis testing, trust building and appreciation of the patient’s individuality. Behind the countless chief complaints I faced during my residency, I met real people, each with a story that shaped who they were and how they reached this point in their lives. I realized that a physician shouldn’t only try to cure a patient’s physical pains but he should also treat him functionally and …show more content…
Furthermore, my diverse life experiences have helped me to know that I possess many positive skills that will make me a very valuable asset to a medical team. Some of these characteristics are determination, resilience, mental strength and compassion. My involvement in activities both inside and outside of medicine has really added to me and I believe made me a well-rounded person.
As I completed my residency in Egypt, my love for internal medicine is the same today as it was on my very first day but my passion to explore more has grown. I will always bring to residency enthusiasm, diligence and most of all, my endless curiosity. Today Dr Hassib’s words still resonate loudly as I prepare for my journey towards residency in the United States, a journey searching for the best medicine which I hope will make me, one day, a real