Physical Therapy Personal Statement

Throughout my upbringing and experiences, I have developed a passion for physical therapy and its potential impact on people's lives. This passion for the medical field was initially sparked by my mother, who had aspired to become a nurse before immigrating to the United States with my dad. Although her dream was no longer feasible, she carried her passion with her. While working as a house cleaner, she formed a friendship with one of her clients and his family. They gave her the opportunity to assist with medication administration and daily tasks. As a result, I accompanied my mother, and at the young age of four, our friend gave me an honorary doctorate degree, making me Dr. Ronald. My role was simple—providing water and passing him the pill my mother gave me. Despite its simplicity, I found immense gratification in this act of assistance, and I thoroughly enjoyed accompanying my mother and helping our friend. As I

In my senior year of high school, I took the opportunity to shadow at our local hospital to gain insight into different careers. During my first week, I observed a physical therapist and became highly intrigued. Excitedly, I shared my interest with my father, who had personal experience with physical therapy after tearing his ACL. However, I soon realized he had a negative perception of the profession, considering it "full of simple exercises" and a "waste of time." Despite his discouragement and advice to choose a career with higher compensation, my interest in physical therapy remained strong. I decided to focus solely on shadowing the physical therapy department. As I continued my observations, my confidence in pursuing a career in physical therapy grew. Unlike many other medical professions, physical therapy provides a unique opportunity to establish genuine connections with patients and guide them through their recovery