Since my first pathology lecture in my first year of medical school, I have wanted to become a pathologist. Since that lecture, I have been intrigued with the stains and tests performed to solve the mystery of the patient’s disease. The revelation of immuno-histochemical staining pointing to an exact disease process in an otherwise unknown situation fascinates me. I want to be the one that other medical providers come to for answers regarding the pathology in their patients, the one who helps solve the mystery.
While continuing my medical career, it has only solidified my desire to be a pathologist. Working in laboratory research gave me a taste of the environment and workflow that a pathologist might experience. While I certainly enjoy talking with people and helping people, I don’t need patient interaction every day to be happy, and I would be content knowing that I helped someone by doing my job in the lab, regardless of whether or not I get a “thank you” from the patient. I genuinely enjoy the lab experience; having my work to do, going through a process, and reaching an answer. Additionally, my research experience provided me with skills pertinent to the field of pathology. I have experience in neuronal cell culture, immunocytochemistry staining, PCR,
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From my gastrointestinal medicine rotation to my obstetrics and gynecology rotation, I have seen how imperative the work of the pathologist is and I want to be able to help the gastroenterologist feel comfortable in having his or her patients return in ten years for their colonoscopy or to assure the obstetrician that from the perspective of the placenta, the delivery and prenatal care should ensure a healthy child. I cannot wait to begin the training that will give me the knowledge to help other medical professionals in this way and I am excited to meet the people who will help me attain that