Type 2 Diabetes Personal Statement

My father was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and the way it affected him sparked my interest in medicine. At GCSE level, I learnt that diabetes results when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to maintain a normal blood glucose level. Further interest led me to learn that the most common drug used is metformin, reducing the amount of glucose released. Currently the only way to delay/prevent diabetes in people who may have genetic predispositions to it is by maintaining a healthy weight. Recently, a study in Diabetologia showed that obese people with prediabetes could improve their metabolic health, by avoiding AGE products. Findings of this small study may provide a way of helping people at risk. It's such discoveries that fuel my interest to draw upon my knowledge to find solutions.
I have greatly developed reasoning skills, necessary in Medicine, through my History and English A levels. I also studied Critical Thinking and I obtained an A, demonstrating my …show more content…
Doctors must be able to make judgements and inferences.
I lead NASH club, which will run for 9 months, where we provide activities for young people with disabilities. This has improved my communication as I have to find ways to communicate with the guests, such as through gestures. Communication is important for doctors as they need to be able to communicate efficiently with their colleagues. They should also be able to relay and seek information from patients, showing empathy when appropriate. Working with vulnerable people has deepened my appreciation for one of the NHS' core values; 'compassion'. Doctors must be pragmatic but must also be caring towards patients and volunteering has allowed me to experience this. I also developed my team working skills as I work with 2 other leaders. During my 2 week placement at Princess Royal University Hospital, I shadowed a multi-disciplinary team meeting and saw the importance of the doctors working together with