J jonnyboy Member 7+ Year Member 15+ Year Member 20+ Year Member Joined May 7, 2003 Messages 48 Reaction score 0 Jun 7, 2003 #1 Members don't see this ad. what exactly are RD looking for in the personal statement?
Andrew_Doan Ophthalmology, Aerospace Medicine, Eye Pathology Moderator Emeritus Lifetime Donor Verified Member Navy Physician Verified Expert 20+ Year Member Gold Donor Joined Oct 1, 2002 Messages 5,643 Reaction score 29 Jun 7, 2003 #2 Originally posted by jonnyboy what exactly are RD looking for in the personal statement? Click to expand... In my opinion, three things should be made clear in the PS: 1) Clear demonstration of your commitment and interest in ophthalmology. 2) The essay should convey the personal and professional qualities that make you unique in comparison to other applicants. 3) Perfect grammar and spelling. (I've seen applications tossed for incorrect spelling of "ophthalmology" and other words.) Good luck! Andy
Originally posted by jonnyboy what exactly are RD looking for in the personal statement? Click to expand... In my opinion, three things should be made clear in the PS: 1) Clear demonstration of your commitment and interest in ophthalmology. 2) The essay should convey the personal and professional qualities that make you unique in comparison to other applicants. 3) Perfect grammar and spelling. (I've seen applications tossed for incorrect spelling of "ophthalmology" and other words.) Good luck! Andy