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Why did you want to hold a group meeting?
Why did you want to hold a group meeting?
To discuss how our cultural identities have affected our experiences on the trip and to make Lauren feel that she was not alone.
What are the differing interpretations of the situation regarding Lauren's feelings?
What are the differing interpretations of the situation regarding Lauren's feelings?
What should you do as a doctor if your patient tests HIV+ and hasn't informed their spouse?
What should you do as a doctor if your patient tests HIV+ and hasn't informed their spouse?
Respect patient confidentiality, help the patient see the importance of informing their spouse, and offer support for counseling.
What would you do if you knew your roommate cheated on her AACOMAS application?
What would you do if you knew your roommate cheated on her AACOMAS application?
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What academic strategy do you use to prepare for challenging courses?
What academic strategy do you use to prepare for challenging courses?
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What do you think is the most important quality of a physician?
What do you think is the most important quality of a physician?
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Describe one surprising complexity you've encountered in medicine.
Describe one surprising complexity you've encountered in medicine.
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What do you want to do in relation to chronic diseases?
What do you want to do in relation to chronic diseases?
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What do you think healthcare is?
What do you think healthcare is?
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How would you explain DNA to a third grader?
How would you explain DNA to a third grader?
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What is one thing you would miss when starting medical school?
What is one thing you would miss when starting medical school?
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What academic class best prepared you for medical school?
What academic class best prepared you for medical school?
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What qualities do you possess that you would offer as a physician?
What qualities do you possess that you would offer as a physician?
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What academic strategy helps you tackle learning challenges?
What academic strategy helps you tackle learning challenges?
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How would you address team conflicts in a group setting?
How would you address team conflicts in a group setting?
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Would you tell a patient they only had six months to live?
Would you tell a patient they only had six months to live?
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If a car crashed and went into the river, would you jump in the river and help?
If a car crashed and went into the river, would you jump in the river and help?
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Talk about some of the characteristics you'd hope to see in a successful osteopathic physician.
Talk about some of the characteristics you'd hope to see in a successful osteopathic physician.
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Who do you believe is responsible for a patient's healthcare?
Who do you believe is responsible for a patient's healthcare?
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How do you define success? Do you think you are successful?
How do you define success? Do you think you are successful?
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Are you comfortable with the dress code required for OMM lab?
Are you comfortable with the dress code required for OMM lab?
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If you had a magical pen, how would you use it toward healthcare?
If you had a magical pen, how would you use it toward healthcare?
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What was the strongest argument against going into medicine, and why wasn't it convincing enough for you?
What was the strongest argument against going into medicine, and why wasn't it convincing enough for you?
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What makes you angry/ what frustrates you?
What makes you angry/ what frustrates you?
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How do you recognize when you are overwhelmed and in over your head? And what do you do to handle it?
How do you recognize when you are overwhelmed and in over your head? And what do you do to handle it?
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Please tell me more about the osteopathic doctors you shadowed.
Please tell me more about the osteopathic doctors you shadowed.
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What do you think are the advantages of an osteopathic medical education?
What do you think are the advantages of an osteopathic medical education?
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What are some difficulties that you think you will face as a medical student?
What are some difficulties that you think you will face as a medical student?
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What exactly is a 'Health Science' major?
What exactly is a 'Health Science' major?
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How would you tell a patient they had terminal cancer without making them lose hope?
How would you tell a patient they had terminal cancer without making them lose hope?
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How do you feel about the 'Octo-mom' situation from an ethical standpoint?
How do you feel about the 'Octo-mom' situation from an ethical standpoint?
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How did you decide which medical schools to apply to?
How did you decide which medical schools to apply to?
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Will you withdraw if you get an MD acceptance?
Will you withdraw if you get an MD acceptance?
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Questions about healthcare reform, the economy and bailout.
Questions about healthcare reform, the economy and bailout.
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Being that your father is an allopathic physician, how do you feel about going into osteopathy?
Being that your father is an allopathic physician, how do you feel about going into osteopathy?
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Why would you work at a job where the object is to shoot someone with a projectile?
Why would you work at a job where the object is to shoot someone with a projectile?
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When was the last time you laughed so hard you almost peed in your pants?
When was the last time you laughed so hard you almost peed in your pants?
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What fascinates you about osteopathic medicine?
What fascinates you about osteopathic medicine?
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How will you be able to help your fellow classmates during the first two years?
How will you be able to help your fellow classmates during the first two years?
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Why PCOM?
Why PCOM?
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When did you decide that you wanted to pursue osteopathic medicine?
When did you decide that you wanted to pursue osteopathic medicine?
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Tell us about a time you've worked among a diverse population. How did it help you grow?
Tell us about a time you've worked among a diverse population. How did it help you grow?
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Study Notes
Patient Communication
- Discuss terminal illness with the patient early, gauging their desire for information to allow informed decisions.
- Compassionate delivery includes planning for future end-of-life care and emotional support from the physician.
Moral Responsibility
- In emergencies, such as a car accident, ethical duty compels action not solely out of legal obligation but also from a moral standpoint.
- Prioritizing safety, assess the situation and ensure emergency services are contacted.
Characteristics of Osteopathic Physicians
- Effective osteopathic physicians view the patient holistically, addressing underlying causes rather than just treating symptoms.
- Empathy and approachability are essential traits for fostering patient trust and openness.
Healthcare Responsibility
- The healthcare team shares responsibility for patient care, with the physician holding the most significant responsibility.
- Patient involvement is crucial in healthcare decision-making, emphasizing their autonomy.
Defining Success
- Success is characterized by a balance in personal achievement and external recognition, as seen in academic and athletic accomplishments.
- Commitment to service and improving lives are core indicators of personal success.
Dress Code Sensitivity
- Understanding and respecting varying comfort levels with professional attire is crucial in a learning environment.
Handling Overwhelm
- Recognizing stress through changes in behavior; utilizing sports as an outlet to manage stress efficiently.
- Importance of maintaining focus and clarity amidst overwhelming academic demands.
Shadowing Experiences
- Learning from a female osteopathic physician emphasizes work-life balance and holistic patient care.
- Compassion and humor are highlighted as vital aspects of effective patient interactions.
Advantages of Osteopathic Education
- Focus on preventative care and understanding of the body's interconnected systems is fundamental.
- Collaborative approach involving the patient in their healthcare team enhances wellbeing and recovery outcomes.
Challenges as a Medical Student
- Balancing personal passions, such as environmental causes, with the demands of medical training is anticipated.
- Commitment to integrating sustainable practices into a future medical career.
Health Science Major
- Emphasizes the broader context of health, incorporating social determinants and systemic understanding beyond biology.
Delivering Difficult News
- Approach must combine empathy with clarity, providing patients with a sense of agency and support.
- Creating actionable plans for end-of-life care while ensuring emotional support is essential.
Ethical Concerns in Reproductive Rights
- Balancing individual reproductive rights with societal concerns over the well-being of children born into difficult circumstances.
- Acknowledging the complexity of ethical issues surrounding fertility treatment.
Medical School Selection
- Choosing schools based on alignment with values of community service, holistic care, and educational philosophy.
Commitment to Osteopathic Medicine
- The desire for a holistic approach to healthcare drives the decision to pursue osteopathic medicine.
- Numerous experiences reinforce the commitment to this specialty.
Community and Support in Medical School
- Appreciation for a collaborative, supportive medical school environment contrasted with competitive atmospheres.
- Opportunity to engage in extracurricular activities that foster community connections.
Cultural Diversity in Healthcare
- Recognizing the impact of diverse backgrounds on healthcare experiences and interactions contributes to personal growth.
- Discussions of cultural identity enhance understanding of varying perspectives in healthcare contexts.
Patient Confidentiality vs. Duty to Warn
- Ethical dilemma arises when handling confidential patient information, especially concerning sensitive diagnoses like HIV.
- Encouragement for patients to communicate with affected parties while ensuring necessary support and care is paramount.### Cheating and Integrity in Medical Applications
- Emphasizing the importance of integrity in the AACOMAS application process, highlighting respect for medical institutions and truthful applicants.
- Cheating undermines the value of education and can lead to a mismatch with personal values and skills, ultimately affecting future patients.
- Advocating for open conversations about the moral implications of cheating and the importance of ethical standards in medicine.
Personal Growth and Self-Reflection
- Recognizing the need to accept imperfections and setbacks on the journey towards achieving goals.
- Emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in personal development.
Explaining DNA to a Child
- Explaining that cells, which are not visible, serve specific functions in the body.
- Stating that DNA acts as a blueprint that instructs cells on their roles and responsibilities.
Motivation to Study Medicine in the US
- Acknowledging awareness of societal issues, specifically the high rates of maternal mortality in the US.
- Expressing an interest in addressing chronic disease through dietary changes and encouraging a return to natural food sources.
Healthcare as a Right
- Defining healthcare as a fundamental right, necessary for the enjoyment of other rights and freedoms.
- Arguing against the notion that wealth should determine health outcomes.
Learning Preferences and Strategies
- Engaging in independent study by using Online resources and attending office hours for clarification.
- Preferring group study before exams for collaborative problem-solving, while struggling with maintaining focus during lectures.
Conflict Resolution in Teams
- Advocating for mediation and communication during conflicts within team settings.
- Promoting active listening and neutral facilitation to reach a compromise.
Academic Preparedness
- Demonstrating consistent daily engagement with challenging coursework, particularly in General Chemistry.
- Utilizing early office hours proactively to resolve questions before exams.
Anticipated Losses in Medical School
- Anticipating a loss of time to pursue interests in evolution and comparative anatomy.
- Connection made between evolutionary biology and understanding medical practices, with aspirations to teach evolutionary medicine.
Personal Qualities and Strengths
- Identifying as loyal, supportive, a good listener, disciplined, and adaptable in social settings.
- Valuing personal convictions and effective communication skills.
Complexities in Medicine
- Recognizing socio-economic barriers leading to poor dietary habits and chronic diseases.
- Identifying the challenge of transforming the food system to improve public health.
Bioethics and Preparedness for Medicine
- Highlighting the significance of a bioethics course focused on human rights and the impact of bias in healthcare.
- Commitment to advocating for underrepresented populations and fostering collaborative healthcare environments.
Transitioning Study Habits
- Reflecting on the necessity of adapting study habits during the transition to college.
- Preparing for the challenges of medical school with an understanding of the need for continual adaptation.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Advocating for a patient-centered approach with a focus on meaningful interactions.
- Choosing to prioritize quality time with patients over efficiency in a clinical setting, valuing patient dignity and satisfaction.
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Test your knowledge and skills for PCOM interviews with this set of flashcards. Each card presents a critical question that you might encounter in a medical interview, focusing on patient communication and ethical decision-making. Prepare to articulate your thoughts clearly and confidently.
