...objectives, and why you feel you are a good candidate for the program. You may also discuss your institute/area of research preferences and personal goals. 3500 characters I remember one day when I was just starting preschool, I started screaming so loudly that I had to be pulled into the atrium as not to disturb the other students. My stomach hurt worse than it ever had before, but I insisted to my teachers that my teeth hurt. Even at three years old, I had been admitted to the hospital several times, and I did everything in my power to avoid returning there. My teachers, of course, realized...
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... Chapter 25 30 Chapter 26 31 Characters 32 Objects/Places 35 Themes 37 Style 39 Quotes 41 Topics for Discussion 43 Plot Summary Roy G. Basch is a new intern in internal medicine at a hospital called the House of God. He begins his internship under the tutelage of the Fat Man, a second year resident who has some crazy ideas as to how to take care of patients. According to the Fat Man, there are two types of patients: the dying young and gomers. Gomers are elderly, demented patients from outside nursing homes who barely qualify as being human and who, the Fat Man says, never die. Only the young are sick enough to die at the House of God. Roy starts his internship fairly scared. He meets his fellow interns, Potts, Hyper Hooper, Chuck, Eat My Dust Eddy and the Runt—all scared and new to internship and patient care. Roy gets assigned duty with Chuck and Potts under the Fat Man on an internal medicine ward. Each takes turns being on call, and he is third in line the first week. Before being on call, he learns of several of the Fat Man's rules like "Gomers never die" and "Gomers go to ground". He learns about the hierarchy of the House of God—from private doctors down to the lowly intern. He learns about "buffing" charts so they make the patient and the doctor look good and about "turfing" patients—sending them...
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...SUGGESTED TOPICS * Why do you want to be a physician (or dentist, or veterinarian)? What experiences have motivated and reinforced your desire to pursue this profession? Something to think about – but not necessarily state – is what can medicine offer that other professions do not. For instance, you can help people by being a teacher or social worker. What draws you specifically to medicine? * What experiences have allowed you to develop the skills necessary to be successful in medical school and to become an effective physician? * What have you learned about medicine and what do you want to learn more about? * What individuals have shaped your life and influenced you to pursue medicine? * What will you contribute to the medical school community? * What do you want admissions committees to know about you that is not addressed elsewhere in your application? QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF ABOUT YOUR CHOICE OF TOPIC * Why is it important for me to tell admissions committees about this topic as it relates to me? * What does this topic choice tell admissions committees about me?; How does my choice of this topic reflect on me? * How is this topic relevant to my pursuit of the health professions and to my application to health professions school? QUALITIES TO PORTRAY Maturity Compassion and empathy Reflectiveness Genuineness and sincerity Honesty and integrity Leadership Clarity of thought Insightfulness ...
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...were a lot of choices to choose from since 3D printing as expanded over the years. As I was looking into 3D printing to see what a good topic would be to expand on, I came across 3D printing in the dental field and in education. 3D printing in the medical field has expanded a whole lot. We can now make bones and some tissue. 3D printing can be used for several things, but I decided to specifically talk about 3d printing in the dental field and in education. First I’m going to talk about and explain why 3d printing is going to be useful in schooling and in the future schooling. Then I’m going to talk and explain some of the bad effects people see on 3d printing. Then I’m going to explain how it is useful in the medical field and how the doctors can improve on using this tool that is now out there. Then lastly I’m going to explain why 3d printing is such a good new technology that we all need to learn how to use and use one for good. How do 3D printers work? They work like inkjet printers, but instead of ink they use plastic. The machine uses ABS plastic, the same as LEGOS. So the first thing is 3d printing in school. Kids these days are going to have a lot of opportunity to learn in the field and be able to have hands on with their learning and such. I read in an article that said “Project difficulty can be tailored to a Student’s abilities and interests, so 3D printing can be used for all ages.” I agree completely, the younger they may be the better they are going to know how to...
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... Please read the case studies provided and answer the accompanying questions. You can attach extra pages if necessary. Please reference your work appropriately. Applying Operant Conditioning to Health Care Amelia is 2 year old and suffers with an allergy that is caused by dust. When Amelia has a reaction, she comes up in a rash and itches her skin until it bleeds. Her parents have been given medicine by the doctor to give to Amelia but she constantly spits it out. She doesn’t take her medicine, the allergy gets worse and Amelia’s skin becomes really sore. Her parents get really frustrated with Amelia and once her mum tried to pin her down and force the medicine into her mouth as she was so desperate for Amelia to get better. Now, Amelia associates the medicine with that experience and screams and shouts when she needs to take it. Her parents are at a loss on what to do. You now need to help the parents to understand what they can do to modify Amelia’s behaviour. How can you get Amelia to take the medicine using Operant Conditioning? You may even want to bring in some Classical Conditioning as well if you think you can? Describe the behaviour Amelia is exhibiting? Amelia is exhibiting this behaviour due to past experiences, in the past she has had a bad experience when taking this medication, therefore her mind associates the medication with something bad. She has been conditioned to link her being pinned down and fed to taking the medication...
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...Doctor In kindergarten, my class was asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Crayons danced across sheets of paper to illustrate our dream occupations. Our drawings were hung in the hallway for our parents to see at Back to School Night. I remember looking down the line and seeing pictures of ballerinas dancing, firefighters putting out a blaze, and astronauts leaping across the moon, careers that were seen as typical dreams of five year olds. My picture showed a girl throwing a ball in the air, being a professional athlete, but as you can see my point of view of my future has changed. Now I want to be doctor because I want to cure cancer and do the impossible by helping people and not just work out and play my whole life. A question could be asked like why choose to be a doctor and not a professional athlete, well I believe a doctor can make a change, inspire people, be a leader and etc. Being a doctor you have to be able to be a directive, supportive, coaching, and delegating leader. A directive leader finds aspects to positively acknowledge and give direction, and ensures that those under their management understand what is expected of them in which a doctor must do his or her colleagues or patients. He or she must be able to coaxes ideas from those working under them, listens and encourages, and keeps the decision making process collaborative by asking open questions. They also have to be capable to find topics to praise, lead with novel ideas, explain the rationale...
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...MEDICATIONS FOR YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE Learn more to decide what’s best for you. http://www.nrcyd.ou.edu/psych-med-youth-guide a Making Healthy Choices: A Guide on Psychotropic Medications for Youth in Foster Care 2012 The contents of this guide are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. DOING WHAT YOU CAN TO FEEL YOUR BEST Everyone can benefit from learning what to do to be healthy. Young people in foster care have a lot of stressful things to deal with in their lives. Often they hurt a lot inside. Sometimes their coping skills are overwhelmed. They may need extra help in figuring out how to handle their feelings and improve their health. Teens who are sad or angry may feel better if they talk to someone they trust, do a favorite hobby, or exercise or play sports. Youth who feel really bad or act in unexpected ways often need help and support from other people. Sometimes, they need therapy and/or medication that can help them control their emotions and behaviors. When you’re hurt, there are often several things you can do to feel better. Imagine you fall and hurt your ankle—you can take a pain reliever, avoid walking on it, and/or apply ice. In the same way, when you hurt a lot inside, you can take medication, avoid activities that make the condition worse, and/or look for positive activities that help you balance your feelings. I can lp. Get H e EEL I CAN F . t my B es http://www...
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...the womb. They also have the ability to form cells of all tissues of an adult. So they can be manipulated to create new body parts for any human. This research can help with many new and exciting fields in medicine. HES cells are derived from the ‘inner cell mass’ of human embryos that develop in culture in 5 days of fertilization. It does not contain Extra embryonic tissue, which is needed for complete human development, which develop things such as the placenta and membranes of the fetus. So they cannot create a complete new individual in any way shape or form. Just spare parts for a lack of better words. This is why this research is so controversial to almost everyone who knows anything about it. Even the scientist who first discovered this technic have argued about it being just as controversial as abortion because you have to have a fertilized fetus to obtain the cells needed to do this process. So it touches an issue that has been around for years. When does life really start? When an egg is fertilized or when the mother has given birth? Or once the fetus has developed a brain? Really tough question, however I don’t believe it’s that deep of a question, and I will explain why. The most important potential use of hES cells is in transplantation medicine, where they could be used to develop cell replacement therapies that will help cure many diseases and give people new outlooks on life. Like war veterans that lost an eye, leg, or arm. This represents the real...
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...There were a couple of moments while shadowing physicians that solidified my ambition to become an osteopathic physician. The first was while shadowing Dr. Thapar during his neurosurgery clinic hours, in particular his interactions with patients. There is a level of trust and communication between a patient and physician that is unlike any other. Dr. Thapar communicates with his patients in a way that is calming and, even if they have never met him before, they know that he is going to do whatever he can to help. When I think about why I want to be an osteopathic physician patient centered care is the first thing on my list. I want my patients to have the same trust in me as they do with Dr. Thapar. I want them to know that I am going to do...
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...Deepak Chopra Introduction The person I have chosen as a role model is Deepak Chopra. Through my essay, I will explain the worldview of Deepak Chopra and significance of his worldview in his life. I will compare and contrast Deepak Chopra’s values and actions to my worldview and values. First, I will compare my nature of God view to Deepak Chopra’s view of the nature of God. Second, I will compare my view of sexuality to Deepak Chopra’s view of sexuality. Third, I will compare my money and career views to those of Deepak Chopra. Lastly, I will support an explanation by providing reasons why I believe Deepak Chopra is a perfect role model. Compare/Contrast the Values and Actions of Deepak Chopra with My Worldview and Experiences Nature of God I believe Deepak Chopra has a secular spirituality worldview (Frye, 2013) because he believes God is the creator of the universe who is within each one of us. Deepak Chopra is an endocrinologist who now practices the alternative medicine of Ayurveda, which has its roots as an ancient Indian medicine. Ayurveda medicine is a way of keeping one’s “body, mind, and spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature” (Das, n.d.). Dr. Chopra believes God reveals Himself to us through our spiritual practices and God does not reveal Himself to us solely because we believe (Roff, 2009). After reading about Deepak Chopra and his worldview, I would say that I have beliefs about God that are similar to those of Deepak Chopra. I believe that God is the creator of...
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...Choose one idea – and create a refined brainstorm list of 15-20 key words related to the topic. I will choose the topic Reusable Shopping bags. Condoms in Schools Safe sex Sexually transmitted diseases Abstinence till marriage Condoms Teen pregnancy is high Sexual Behavior Religious communities do not favor condom distribution in high schools. Risk avoidance Comprehensive sexuality education Youth National School Condom Availability Clearinghouse School Faculty – Nurses, Teachers, Counselors Government funds Tax Payers Choices for young ladies Cost-effective True Love Waits Parents' choice 2- Group ideas from refined brainstorm you want to use in outline 3- No Sex Education---------------Abstinence--------------Comprehensive sexuality education Government Funds Religious Groups Safe Sex Tax Payers Sex until marriage Risk Avoidance Inappropriate True Love Waits Choices for young ladies Parents' choice No cost School Faculty Sexually Transmitted Diseases 4- General Purpose: Persuasive Speech of Conviction – 5-9 minutes 5- Specific Purpose Statement: I want my audience to believe the only way to ensure every teen can prevent Sexually transmitted diseases...
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...One day I hope to be able to create my own non-profit. The goal for this organization would be to open and maintain teaching hospitals in developing countries that suffer largely from the “brain- drain”. The brain drain is a phenomenon in which intelligent people that want an education leave their home country in search of a better life and prosperous education. These people would greatly benefit their native country if they could learn and practice medicine (often the occupation of choice) there instead of going to Europe or America where there is already an abundance of medical care facilitators. This is non-profit is different from organizations that already exist because existing programs bring in volunteers who come in and take up jobs from native people and as soon as resources are gone have to leave. This is unsustainable in many areas and often leaves the cities in more need then before outside sources had come in. This is not a “feel-good” organization; it is not supposed to make outsiders feel like they are helping and being good people. It is supposed to help the people that already have the ambition to practice and study medicine, be able to accomplish that with residencies and then inspire other people in the area to do the same. The first part of Drucker’s Managing the Nonprofit Organization explains what makes up a good mission and the benefits of sticking true to it. The mission statement for the organization that I have yet to create will probably...
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...During this day and age lots of people still think to themselves ¨what are stem cells, ¨ I Have heard that a lot I´ve had to look back as well to find the exact meaning of what a stem Cell does what people in this day in age use them for. Stem cells are undifferentiated cell of A multicellular organism that is capable of giving rise to infinitely more cells of the same Type, from which certain other kinds of cells arise from differentiation. The main study on this is they are taking human body and using it to, test, and grow stem cells or even master cells and they form immediately after the human egg is fertilized. Which the cells are called master or stem, because they can develop into all parts of the body including muscles, brain, blood, and skin. The way I feel about them...
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...One should use their passions and skills to better the world. I firmly believe in this statement which is why I want to become an allied health professional. My passion for research, medicine and science and my desire to impact and improve public health are among the greatest motivators to become an allied health professional. Elementary school was very challenging for me. My mother was concerned with my introvert nature and slow academic development which inhibited my social interactions. Four years later, after being assessed by various medical professionals, I was diagnosed with Attention Deficiency Disorder. I became very curious and learned all that I could about ADD. Reading books on the disorder led me to learn about other learning disabilities and mental disorders. My curiosity expanded into a desire to know about all mental disorders, the brain, the human body and human behavior. Later in 2002, a close relative became afflicted with a seemingly onset of psychological disorders. A variety of psychologists, physicians, psychiatrists and other medical personnel were all involved in diagnosing and caring for her during her struggle. She suffered a lot during this time and often wanted to give up on life. Nevertheless, her medical team was continued to support and treat her so that she could recover. This experience fueled my desire to be part of a medical team. I look forward to working with doctors, nurses and other medical staff as an allied health professional to...
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..."The children are now working as if I did not exist."" (Montessori, 1974) There are so many greatest educators in the world and Dr. Maria Montessori is the highest peak in among them. Dr. Montessori is a controversial figure in education. But there is no doubt that her method changed the course of education. During her lifetime, she wants to change the adult belief on children and their education. She strong believed each adult must develop his or her abilities to observe children deeply so that adult can found the inner beauty each child possesses. "Just who was this woman who began an educational revolution that changed the way we think about children more than anyone before or since?" (Retrieved from http://www.montessori.edu/maria.html) Dr. Maria Montessori was born on August 31, 1870 in Chiaravalle, Italy. She was the only child of Alessandro and Renilde Stoppani. The Montessori family moved to Florence in 1873 and then to Rome in 1875 because of her father's work. In 1876, Dr. Montessori entered a public elementary school at the age of six. In 1883, at the age of thirteen, against the wishes of her father but with the support of her mother, she began to attend a boy's technical school. She did not want to be a teacher although the teaching profession was one of the few that young ladies were encouraged to take park in at the time. In 1886, she graduated from the technical school. She did well in the Science and mathematics. She wants to pursue the study of engineering...
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