I was in 5th class when my grandfather was died of Congestive heart failure. He lived his last years in very miserable condition as he was living with Alzheimer,Diabetes and Cardiovascular diseases along with their complications.Two years before his death he was diagnosed with blood cancer. It was very painful for me to see him suffering from these diseases as I loved him very much.His death jolted our family, but developed a curiosity in me to learn about diseases,drugs and how they affect our body. Therefore, After 5 years when our principal asked me about my future plans, while I was receiving my School topper's prize in 10th class, I replied him without any hesitation that I would like to become a scientist in the field of medicine .
Five years of my pharmacy education further strengthened my desire for research. Ibne Sina, Alexander Fleming, Har Gobind Khorana and Rosalind Franklin are few of the many names that have continually inspired me. The Idea of Exploring the unknown has always been enticing me. Pharmacology,Pathology,Physiology Biochemistry and clinical pharmacy are the subjects who always attracted me towards them. In this regard, I wish to research in Cellular and molecular medicine, especially on Diabetes,Cancer,Neurodegenerative diseases and complications related to them.I know it is difficult but M.Sc program of the University of Ottawa is holistic as well as well structured and meets all the requirements that I aspire to be part of.
My pursuit for excellence led me consistently rank among the top five of my Pharm D class in past 5 years. I was exposed to various subjects during this time. Etiology and Pathophysiology of diseases, the whole process of drug discovery, pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic aspects of drug kept me captivated from the very outset.
Being curious, determined, and an avid reader certain puzzles always intrigues me. For example, why we are still helpless to cure 'common cold' like common disease or why we are still managing but not curing a silent killer like diabetes even with so much advancement in medical science. Thought of putting my heart and soul to discover a drug which might one day save lives give me confidence which I believe one should get from his profession.
From the time subjects of Pathophysiology,Biochemistry,Physiology, Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy were introduced, it was cellular and molecular basis of diseases, genetic and growth factors associated with them, molecular targets which can be targeted to cure diseases safely and effectively and behaviour of different drugs in our body, were the topics fascinated me the most.
During my studies, I also participated in research work on these diseases voluntarily and learned different techniques like patch clamp method, optical mapping, gel electrophoresis and DNA sequencing with Sanger's method. After looking at my interest in these topics , my teachers gave me different class projects on Cardiovascular diseases, Diabetes, Cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Through these project, I was able to study different aspects of these diseases. I collected data for my these projects by, Studying research papers of professors working on these topics both in my university and in other universities, visiting many hospitals and pharmacies.I also presented one of my projects at the first ever pharmacy conference of our university on improving health outcomes by best Pharmacotherapeutic Practices. In 8th semester of my class, I did an internship at District Headquarter Hospital Gujrat. Where I came to know the problems being faced by poor people of my area and HCP's Problems in treating diseases.
I also participated in many conferences, Some of those were;
National University Endocrinology Conference
International Diabetes and Endocrinology Conference
Conference on challenges faced by remote areas people and their solutions.
Conference on Diabetes Type1 patients challenges and their solutions.
Conference on Role of Pharmacist in solving adherence related problems.
These conferences provided me opportunities to meet and learn latest things going on in these fields.
Upon completion of my degree, I started working as Community pharmacist and now I was testing my theoretical knowledge in practical field. Whenever I interacted with a patient my desire to become scientist was reaching to new heights. To observe patients more closely and current therapy patterns , I joined as a medical educator in the medical education department of a multinational company and now this job is playing its part in improving my knowledge day by day both practically and theoretically.
The goal of education is the advancement of knowledge and dissemination of truth and this is what I expect from a graduate program. It's my believe that knowledge knows no boundaries. My acceptance into the graduate program of Cellular and molecular medicine at University of Ottawa will not only help me to mould my character, but guidance provided by such great professors and connoisseurs in the sphere of research, will definitely play their role in honing my skills as a researcher and analyst as well. After a few years from now I'm looking myself as playing my role in research in the field of cellular and molecular medicine and want to help people of my country and other poor countries that are suffering from these diseases without sufficient sources.
In order to achieve my goal, first step will be to work under the supervision of a professor among the pool of dynamic researchers of uOttawa as an apprentice on projects related to Study of Growth, Development maturation of diseased cell in Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular diseases and Neurodegenerative diseases, therapies used to treat them and etiology of the these diseases.
I believe that the interpersonal skills, confidence, and intellectual abilities which I will get from this institute will not only help me to progress in research, but will also be a stepping stone in making my dream true of making my mark in the field of Cellular and molecular medicine. I look forward to being a part of the University of Ottawa summer 2017 class.
Five years of my pharmacy education further strengthened my desire for research. Ibne Sina, Alexander Fleming, Har Gobind Khorana and Rosalind Franklin are few of the many names that have continually inspired me. The Idea of Exploring the unknown has always been enticing me. Pharmacology,Pathology,Physiology Biochemistry and clinical pharmacy are the subjects who always attracted me towards them. In this regard, I wish to research in Cellular and molecular medicine, especially on Diabetes,Cancer,Neurodegenerative diseases and complications related to them.I know it is difficult but M.Sc program of the University of Ottawa is holistic as well as well structured and meets all the requirements that I aspire to be part of.
My pursuit for excellence led me consistently rank among the top five of my Pharm D class in past 5 years. I was exposed to various subjects during this time. Etiology and Pathophysiology of diseases, the whole process of drug discovery, pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic aspects of drug kept me captivated from the very outset.
Being curious, determined, and an avid reader certain puzzles always intrigues me. For example, why we are still helpless to cure 'common cold' like common disease or why we are still managing but not curing a silent killer like diabetes even with so much advancement in medical science. Thought of putting my heart and soul to discover a drug which might one day save lives give me confidence which I believe one should get from his profession.
From the time subjects of Pathophysiology,Biochemistry,Physiology, Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy were introduced, it was cellular and molecular basis of diseases, genetic and growth factors associated with them, molecular targets which can be targeted to cure diseases safely and effectively and behaviour of different drugs in our body, were the topics fascinated me the most.
During my studies, I also participated in research work on these diseases voluntarily and learned different techniques like patch clamp method, optical mapping, gel electrophoresis and DNA sequencing with Sanger's method. After looking at my interest in these topics , my teachers gave me different class projects on Cardiovascular diseases, Diabetes, Cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Through these project, I was able to study different aspects of these diseases. I collected data for my these projects by, Studying research papers of professors working on these topics both in my university and in other universities, visiting many hospitals and pharmacies.I also presented one of my projects at the first ever pharmacy conference of our university on improving health outcomes by best Pharmacotherapeutic Practices. In 8th semester of my class, I did an internship at District Headquarter Hospital Gujrat. Where I came to know the problems being faced by poor people of my area and HCP's Problems in treating diseases.
I also participated in many conferences, Some of those were;
National University Endocrinology Conference
International Diabetes and Endocrinology Conference
Conference on challenges faced by remote areas people and their solutions.
Conference on Diabetes Type1 patients challenges and their solutions.
Conference on Role of Pharmacist in solving adherence related problems.
These conferences provided me opportunities to meet and learn latest things going on in these fields.
Upon completion of my degree, I started working as Community pharmacist and now I was testing my theoretical knowledge in practical field. Whenever I interacted with a patient my desire to become scientist was reaching to new heights. To observe patients more closely and current therapy patterns , I joined as a medical educator in the medical education department of a multinational company and now this job is playing its part in improving my knowledge day by day both practically and theoretically.
The goal of education is the advancement of knowledge and dissemination of truth and this is what I expect from a graduate program. It's my believe that knowledge knows no boundaries. My acceptance into the graduate program of Cellular and molecular medicine at University of Ottawa will not only help me to mould my character, but guidance provided by such great professors and connoisseurs in the sphere of research, will definitely play their role in honing my skills as a researcher and analyst as well. After a few years from now I'm looking myself as playing my role in research in the field of cellular and molecular medicine and want to help people of my country and other poor countries that are suffering from these diseases without sufficient sources.
In order to achieve my goal, first step will be to work under the supervision of a professor among the pool of dynamic researchers of uOttawa as an apprentice on projects related to Study of Growth, Development maturation of diseased cell in Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular diseases and Neurodegenerative diseases, therapies used to treat them and etiology of the these diseases.
I believe that the interpersonal skills, confidence, and intellectual abilities which I will get from this institute will not only help me to progress in research, but will also be a stepping stone in making my dream true of making my mark in the field of Cellular and molecular medicine. I look forward to being a part of the University of Ottawa summer 2017 class.