BABSMD Medicine Program - Personal Statement Example

Why I chose the BA/BS/MD Medicine program The desire in me to serve the humanity while pursuing career goals actually helped me in going for a medical program. Drexel is a highly ranked name in education field. That's why I am very much interested in the BA/BS/MD program from Drexel University. "Service to humanity is service to god" goes the saying and the most imperative reason for pursing such a career is my desire to assist people. I have a strong interest in medicine, and especially the field of oncology.

I am fully aware about the exigent nature of medical field, which in fact provides an opportunity to take on challenging tasks. I feel that I do have something in me which motivates me to take on challenges head on. And I will be cheating myself, if I prefer to choose some simpler programs, thus depriving myself from taking up the challenge. Finally, another good reason for me to opt for this program is my belief in my capabilities. It won't be an exaggeration if I say that I am talented enough to succeed in this profession.

For example, my SAT's will help in proving my assertions. I received a 2210 on my SAT. On my SAT-II I received a 750 in Chemistry, 750 in Biology, 760 in Physics, 800 in Math II and 800 in foreign language. I have taken 5 AP exams and 3 other APs this school year. My GPA was 4.0, with a top 10% ranking in the most competitive school in New York City. I have been named a semifinalist for the National Merit Scholarship as well. I had a dream to be a doctor since I was very young. When I was about four years old, I often insisted on accompanying my mother to her ward-round during the weekends or holidays, who was an attending oncologist in one of the best cancer centers in China.

I was curious about why there were so many cancer patients over there. I was told that many types of cancers could be prevented if we quit smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol and stop eating unhealthy food, etc. I promised to myself during those days, that I will enter this profession at the first available opportunity, so that I can help people in getting rid of such bad habits. The determination grew stronger when I saw many near and dear one's smoking carelessly around me. During the family assemblies, I found my father smoking cigarette and I told him: "Father, I want to have a complete and happy family.

Please stop smoking for me and for the family!" After several persuasive attempts, my father finally quit smoking. As I grew up, I have chosen the Medical Doctor program as my major. I have relentlessly pursued my desire to develop some capability for healing the sick and helping the injured. My goal is, not only to excel in my academic achievements and leadership in my school but also to have strong interest in medicine. I often give advice to my friends to stick to healthy habits. I attended the National Youth League Forum in Medicine in 2007.

By listening to the medical experts and visiting Pediatrics Hospital in University of Pennsylvania, I hope to be a doctor as soon as possible to provide healthcare to people. I love to study and do some research. Because heart disease is the most common cause of death in USA, I did a research project with my friends, aimed at diminishing or removing atherosclerotic plaques in coronary arteries with robotic nanotechnology to improve heart function, which was granted Toshiba Awards in 2008. Nowadays, cancer is the second most common cause of death in USA, second only to heart diseases.

There is a wide spectrum of cancers. In the past three consecutive summer vacations, I did scientific research in Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York. This summer, I also worked in Cornell University Medical School. Over there, I developed a strong interest in medicine and grew passionate about oncology. Interacting with the doctors and scientists was very fulfilling personally. I observed how prostate cancer cells grew in tissue culture and how tumors could form in nude mice. I studied the effects of oxygen status (air condition and 0.

1% O2 hypoxic condition) on the expression of prostate specific membrane antigen (PSMA) and vessel endothelial growth factor receptor (VEGFR) in human prostate cancer cells using ELISA analyses, immune-blot assay and flow cytometry, etc. The expression of PSMA and VEGFR could be suppressed by the exposure of the cancer cells to PSMA antibody, especially in hypoxic condition. Tumor hypoxic cells are very much resistant to cancer treatment, such as surgery, radio- and chemo-therapy and possess increased potential for recurrence, metastasis, and mortality.

I am organizing these data for the Intel prize. To enter the BS/MS/MD program is my first priority, which will enable me to practice medicine so that I am able to help people soon enough. I would like to take the privilege to pursue some of my own academic and extra-curricular interests as well. A range of experiences like helping others, shadowing physicians of different specialties to participating in groundbreaking medical research activities are bound to help me in my endeavor to become a part of medical fraternity.

I choose medicine as my way to spread knowledge, touch others and give hope with love and understanding. The easy-going, warm-hearted, knowledgeable and dependable personality of mine is sure to help make things happen.