Questions and Answers
Tell me about yourself.
My passions include soccer, hiking, and long-distance running. These activities help me practice mindfulness and have influenced my decision to study environmental awareness.
Why do you want to be a doctor?
I want to be a physician because I recognize the complexity of diabetes and the importance of understanding each patient's unique situation to provide individualized care.
What is your greatest strength?
My greatest strength is my ability to adjust quickly and excel in new and fast-paced settings.
Study Notes
Personal Introduction
- Passionate about soccer, hiking, and long-distance running as forms of mindfulness.
- Study abroad experience in New Zealand emphasized love for nature and environmental awareness.
- Childhood experience included recycling advocacy and raising awareness about climate issues.
- Shifted dietary choices after learning about industrialized meat production's impact on health and environment.
- Focuses on facilitating respectful conversations to empower others rather than forcing beliefs.
- Volunteering with Cooking Matters to teach nutrition, emphasizing collaborative learning over lecturing.
Motivation for Becoming a Doctor
- Inspired by grandmother's struggles with diabetes and the complications she faced.
- Personal connection to diabetes spurred exploration of nutrition and research experiences.
- Recognizes the complexity of diabetes management influenced by various personal and cultural factors.
- Committed to understanding patients' unique experiences and values to find tailored healthcare solutions.
- Advocates for active patient participation in their own care to create effective treatment plans.
Greatest Strength
- Adapts quickly and excels in fast-paced environments, evidenced by positive attitude during study abroad.
- Maintains work-life balance effectively, contrasting experiences of peers in college.
- Strong work ethic contributes to overcoming challenges in dynamic settings.
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Description
Prepare for your NYITCOM interview with these flashcards focusing on common questions. Learn how to effectively communicate your passions and experiences, particularly in relation to mindfulness practices like soccer, hiking, and long-distance running. Enhance your confidence and clarity before your interview.
