Why I Want to Be a Doctor Term Paper

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My dream to become a doctor began when I was a young girl. Always eager to rescue people and take care of them, I felt like I had the ability to heal. I also played pretend games with all my friends, and like many children we often played doctor. The original instinct was to nurture and soothe, but also to act as the leader. I seem to have a natural inclination for leadership and tend to remain calm in most situations. This comes naturally to me, for I tend to be independent, confident, and self-reliant. My desire to help others as a doctor also comes from this fundamental aspect of my personality. It has always satisfied me when I can help others be well, whether psychologically or physically.

As I grew up and my intellect matured, I realized my predilection for the natural sciences. Always excelling in biology and other classes in school, my inclination to become a doctor was magnified. I began to realize that I had the capacity to not only be a nurturing caregiver and natural leader, but also to be grounded in scientific knowledge.
In fact, the details of medicine draw me to the profession. I love learning about anatomy, physiology, genetics, and the potential future of the medical sciences. I can envision myself practicing any type of medicine, but for the past several years I have given due consideration to becoming a gynecologist. As a female doctor, I feel like I could offer support, guidance, and wisdom to the women under my care.

The human body will never cease to amaze me, even after I become a doctor. I have always been fascinated by the mysteries of the body and hope to learn as much as possible during my studies and my residencies. One of the driving factors in my desire to practice medicine is this fascination with and respect for the body. This, coupled with my confidence that I would be a caring professional, continues to lead me in this direction. As I….....

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