From a young age I was captivated by the science of the human body – what makes us ‘tick’, how such vast, complex structures could work together so seamlessly and how even the smallest organelle can have a pivotal role in ensuring organs carry out their function. To this day, I continue to be intrigued by what I believe to be the most important profession to exist – the ability to cure and make someone well again.
This passion grew during my work experience at GlaxoSmithKline and AstraZeneca where I could see first-hand the research and the level of thinking that goes towards a simple drug that millions take for granted. After experiencing the pharmaceutical side of patient care - I became eager to begin talking to patients and experience the clinical, more personal side of medicine.
It was this which led me to become a hospital volunteer where I have been able to develop my skills of engaging with patients, observe the ways in which nurses and doctors communicate, and learn how important efficiency, management and organisation is in such critical circumstances – as well as the desire and dedication required to pursue such a career . It will continue to be a truly inspiring experience which has driven me
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The attribute of teamwork especially has been engrained in me from a young age though my obsessive love of football and cricket (together with weekly games as part of the school netball team) - making me an ardent team player as a result – in addition to making me far more conscientious about how important working with a group of people really is – especially in the field of medicine with such life-threatening consequences. My love of sport not only teaches me these invaluable lessons but manages to fill my free time away from academia