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Physician Science Personal Statement

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Based on my experiences as an undergraduate, I have made the decision to pursue a career in research. Specifically, I hope to one day run an independent research lab as a physician-scientist. I believe that the MSTP at Penn provides the optimal training for such a goal. The university’s rich academic environment, coupled with several unique aspects of the medical training I would receive, such as the blending of basic science and clinical curricula early in the program, the flexibility offered in terms of independent academic pursuits, as well as the diversity present in the surrounding community would provide me with the tools to become a competent physician and a well-versed scientist. Perhaps just as important as the unparalleled education
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