Why did you decide to become a physician?

“I became a doctor because I enjoy caring for people. This was further solidified when I understood that medical translational research has direct impact on we the patients. This concept of working on a medical problem whose solution would lead to better health for individuals is extremely satisfying.”

What qualities make a good physician?

According to our research, the following 10 qualities make a good doctor:

Confident. Perhaps, more than any other quality, patients seemed to want to have a sense that their doctor knows what they’re doing…and knows it.
Empathetic.
Skilled.
Focused.
Knowledgeable.
Unbiased.
Lives and promotes a healthy lifestyle.
Respectful.

What skills do physicians need?

10 Key Skills Needed to Become a Doctor

Communication skills. Communication is important in every career, but none more so than in medicine.
Emotional intelligence.
Problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Decision-making skills.
Professionalism.
Teamwork skills.
Leadership skills.

What are the 4 purposes of medicine?

The Hastings Center Goals of Medicine project articulated four goals: (1) the prevention of disease and injury and the promotion and maintenance of health; (2) the relief of pain and suffering caused by maladies; (3) the care and cure of those with a malady and the care of those who cannot be cured; and (4) the …

What is the happiest medical specialty?

Here is our list of the top 10 happiest doctor specialties according to work-life balance and personality:

Family Medicine.
Diagnostic Radiology.
Dermatology.
Anesthesiology.
Ophthalmology.
Pediatrics.
Psychiatry.
Clinical Immunology/Allergy.

What happens if you fail med school?

It is very uncommon for students to fail medical school classes. However, many US medical schools have made the decision to only grade on a pass fail basis, which is very unfortunate. It is very uncommon for students to fail medical school classes. In this case, you would have to retake the class to move on.