A medicine-based career
Sophie Davis Prompt #1
Throughout my high school years, I had participated in a number of extra curricular activities within the community. These activities helped me narrow down my true self as an individual as well as boost my confidence with everything I do. Some of these activities include; my involvement in both the bowling and wrestling teams for 2 years, my contributions in the Bukharian teen lounge, my participation in the Hebrew and Jewish community clubs, and finally my assistance in Dr. Korofluyev's medical clinic. Even though each of these undertakings educated me in their own ways, the medical clinic most efficiently provided me with the most memorable and reflective experiences.
On my first day of working as an assistant in the osteopathic medical clinic, I was very excited, but also quite nervous. This was my first time engaging in real medical practices and I was oblivious on what to expect- disregarding the romanticized Hollywood portrayals of medical practices. The strong scent of hand sanitizer immediately blew into my nostrils as soon as I entered the clinic. I was then greeted by the receptionist, which directed me to one of the doctors' offices. The head doctor assigned me the role of signing in visitors in addition to my observational endeavors in the clinic. This volunteer work was quite tedious at first glance but was soon rewarded with the doctor's incredible work that us, interns, were able to appreciate. The doctor's work was seen to be heaven-like to witness since I had imagined the experience so many times before and to think that it was occurring right in front of me would be an incredulous occurrence. Regardless, by participating in pre-medical practices, I was able to partake in preparing for my desired career in medicine.
On one day, I witnessed my first eye-opening diagnosis made by the doctor. The patient had severe stomach pains for months and had already seen a medical doctor, which directed her to osteopathy since their medication failed to lessen her symptoms. The head doctor of osteopathy then began to examine the patient's daily habits and was able to pinpoint some unhealthy habits. The patient relieved herself of these irregularities and within the following weeks began to notice major improvement with her discomforts. This patient inspired me into wanting to continue my pursuit in medicine because it demonstrates how I can also help heal patients whether it be with or without the use of tangible medicine. My dream even as a child was to contribute in healing of someone in pain; that day was a glimpse of my anticipated future.
Overall, my volunteer work experience was by far one of the most significant activities that I participated in during my high school career. The experience foreshadowed my future and consequently further advanced my determination and confidence in acquiring a career in the medical field. The employment placed me in the setting of my dream and is one that I will recall as the turning point in my career choices; from unsure to undeniably assured in pursuing a medicine-based career.