Radiologist Personal Statement

To venture into the realm of medicine is to pursue a path of immeasurable discovery. I am in awe of how mankind has been shaped by advances in medicine, providing a way for new cures to be developed and allowing for a better understanding of pathological processes. Radiology has been vital in these advances. The future of medicine lies in medical imaging, and I plan to be an integral part of that future as a radiologist.
My interest in radiology began during my third year clerkships as I was able to work with a diagnostic radiologist during my internal medicine rotation. I was impressed by his ability to quickly and efficiently uncover several subtleties to provide an accurate interpretation of the film. He was able to integrate both the medical history and diagnostic discoveries to come to a logical differential diagnosis. His reasoning and input were absolutely critical to the course of treatment. In fact, the course of treatment would have been completely altered if the underlying pathology seen in the radiograph had not …show more content…
Furthermore, I hope to find a program where camaraderie exists among mentors and colleagues. I am looking for a program that encourages creativity and begs for us to push the boundaries of medicine. I want a program that creates an environment where I can inspire and likewise be inspired by others. I have a passion for not only learning, but for teaching. I hope that I might be able to foster that passion during my training and one day be able to instruct the next generation of physicians. It’s an exciting time in medicine as research and technology continually expands those boundaries and revolutionizes medicine. Radiology is where I want to be and I eagerly await the challenges that lay ahead in training as a resident in one of the most diverse fields in