Essays on Doctor

Ethics are an inseparable part of health care. Well being of the patient is impossible without all the parameters of health care being applied; the medical practices to cure the ailment and ethical measures for mental well being. Confidentiality is the basis for good ethical...

As I’ve mentioned in my initial interview, I have always wanted to study medicine. It has been my dream for as long as I can remember. A vivid memory of five year old me walking in to my pediatricians office for the first time is...

The human body is a complex yet beautiful machine which, with its meticulous defence systems, is able to endure the abuse we put it through; however there are times that its complexity serves as an ‘Achilles’ Heel’ causing problems to arise, deteriorating the body and...

The holistic nature of medicine that combines a practical application of science with making a difference in the lives of individuals is what solidified my motivation to become a doctor. With my undergraduate degree, I wanted to apply what I learned from courses like Biochemistry,...

I believe medicine is a career that would challenge and inspire me on a daily basis, coupling practical science with human interaction and compassion. Experiencing daily routines of doctors in hospital placements and medical labs have offered me the opportunity to confirm that I am...

Growing up with my mother, who has had diabetes for 17 years, I learnt a lot about its effects. I was 6 years old when I first witnessed my mother having a hypoglycaemic attack and after this, seeing her inject insulin on a daily basis...

Our cosmos is forged by the interplay of the three fundamental sciences that I’m currently undertaking at A-Level; Biology, Chemistry and Physics, which each respectively pose intricate questions. On April 1 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space. However how is it that...