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Discussion in 'Pre-Medical - MD' started by whatsupdoc, Sep 29, 2002.

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  1. whatsupdoc

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    What do you think about using my decision to change careers and become a doctor in reply to the "relate a difficult decision that you've had to make" question that appears on numerous applications. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.
     
    #1 whatsupdoc, Sep 29, 2002
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  2. Camden772

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    I think if you spin it right, it could be okay. However, you want to be careful. By saying it's a difficult decision, it can make you look like you were/are unsure of your decision. You certainly want to avoid that or at the very least go out of your way to make sure the committee knows you're %100 sure NOW! I would probably avoid it out of caution, and try to find something that would be similar to the difficult decisions that doctors must face. I think it's always best to answer every essay in terms of "why I'll be a great doctor," whenever possible.
     
    #2 Camden772, Sep 29, 2002
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    Camden's right-- it all depends on how you spin it. Just be careful not to protray yourself as being unsure of your decision to enter the medical field. Good luck!
     
    #3 Sweet Tea, Sep 30, 2002
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