Dear Members of the James H. Quillen College of Medicine Office of MD Admissions,
I would like to extend both my deepest gratitude for Quillen’s allowing me the opportunity to learn about its medical program in a personal setting with the very amicable and knowledgeable John Riley Wilkinson as well as my humble appreciation towards being considered for a place in the Quillen College of Medicine.
Not only was I impressed with the institution’s academic achievements with respect to its students’ ability to match with the residency programs of their choice, but also with the degree to which it demonstrates its dedication to underserved rural areas. Speaking specifically to the program’s seemingly thematic focus on primary care in Tennessee and to the school's support for the Global Health interest group, Quillen harbors a moral emphasis for serving humanity, particularly those among us who lack the access to basic human resources. Though medicine is complex, its basic and necessary substance is this humanitarian desire and Quillen’s devotion to this goal profoundly resonates with me.
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I particularly enjoyed my conversations with Dr. Harris and Dr. Boyd. Not only were they a pleasure to speak with, but the conversations they stimulated prompted me with questions that probed not simply my personal qualities, but my view of social inequities with respect to health care access—a topic of continuing importance not just in American politics, but in American lives.
I offer my thanks and look toward hearing Quillen’s decision with both anticipation and enthusiasm. If afforded the opportunity, it would be a visceral honor to contribute to both Quillen’s academic pursuits and its culture of
As I finalized my rank order test today, I would like to take this opportunity to reiterate my sincere interest in your fantastic program . I had a wonderful impression of Mayo Clinic Florida that was reinforced on the day of the interview. It would be the fulfillment of a dream to match at your program and it is certainly the top program in my rank order list. I believe that Mayo Clinic can be an amazing fit for me and I would love to contribute my best to the program as well. As we head towards match day, I am really looking forward to the opportunity to return to Jacksonville this summer as an intern at Mayo. I hope that you consider me worthy to give me this opportunity to do so.
Today, one of the leading problems discussed in politics is healthcare. America constantly struggles with their healthcare system to make it affordable and accessible to communities. In the twentieth century this same problem also existed, creating one of the most well-known African American activist groups in America. In the book Body and Soul by Alondra Nelson, it discusses the social inequalities of the healthcare system in America and how the Black Panther Party fought against medical discrimination for African Americans. Nelson talks about how the Black Panther Party went from the role of protecting black citizens to a larger political role in African American health care. The significance of this book applies to medical sociology in many ways and is essential to the understanding of providing better healthcare to future generations. In the following book review, it includes a summary of each chapter to highlight the main points, some of the very many medical sociology concepts that could be applied, and lastly an evaluation of the book as a whole and its significance to our course.
Numerous debates over the years have focused on individuals, and healthcare providers, their relationship to each other, and
It was a bittersweet moment because as a life was lost, I discovered how I wanted to live mine. Had I not taken advantage of the opportunity to attend this program or told a little white lie, I might still be wondering what I wanted to be when I grew up. Unfortunately, a life was lost for me to discover this about myself. I will never forget this patient and the experience I shared with him that changed my life. By taking advantage of this opportunity that AHEC presented me with, I was able to gain experience, knowledge, and confirmation about my future in the field of medicine. This summer program changed my life, and I hope that the Perry Outreach Program can do the same. I believe that the Perry Outreach Program is another opportunity for me to broaden my knowledge about medicine, gain experience in the medical atmosphere, and further increase my desire to become a physician. As a senior in high school, I have a long journey ahead of me before I will be able to practice medicine. However, with the Perry Outreach Program, I will be able to catch a glimpse of my future in the field of
Moreover, the mission of Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, of improving the health of the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico is a vision that I share. Growing up in this region has allowed me to see the value of having individuals from the community serve as physicians. Furthermore, this will help close the primary care gaps in the underserved rural and Hispanic communities. I believe that the post-baccalaureate program of Foundations of Biomedical Sciences will give me the opportunity to demonstrate my capability of succeeding in a rigorous academic program such as Burrell College of Osteopathic
The University of Illinois College of Medicine (UICOM) is one of nation’s leading and largest medical schools. Founded in late September of 1882 in Chicago, three additional campus sites at Peoria, Rockford and Urbana opened eighty-two years later. This medical school is unique since because of the large size there are many campuses that provide many opportunities to experience rural and urban populations. UICOM also one of the nation’s most popular medical schools for a PhD/MD program and I plan to do that dual-degree program in the future. The admissions process to UICOM is a yearlong process. Before applying, a student must have an undergraduate degree. The average grade point average was a 3.6/4.0 for admitted students. A student must also
The documentary of Ed Edelman brought forth a politicians successful career, with numerous achievements helping the community, especially the impoverished, and help setting the foundations for numerous public entities. On the other hand, Dr. Williams, in the Sierra Health Foundation’s Speaker Series, had shown the shortcomings of the American health system, despite the United States being one of the biggest spenders of healthcare in the world. I’ve known that the American healthcare system is an expensive system and not everyone can afford healthcare, but the variance in quality of healthcare in a single city is outrageous. Dr. Williams had stated that the life expectancy in Washington D.C can differ by a few years as you traverse the metro stations.
Health care is a fundamental good and access to this good Role of government is confined to protecting the freedom of all
I am writing to appeal the decision to dismiss me from Columbia Southern University following Code of Conduct violation. As explained in my apology, I highly regret my conduct of sharing study content on the website. I am deeply saddened and upset by the decision to dismiss me from the university. While I have taken the responsibility of violating the University Code of Conduct, it stresses me that I have to stop my education prematurely.
“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane” –Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
My name is Kristina D. Jones, I’m writing this letter in regards to my financial aid suspension as well coming back to my school. While attending Norfolk State University, my grades did progress, however I struggled in one class. My G.P.A was 1.9, if I would had actually pass the class, I would still be there. Nevertheless, I’m not the type of person to give excuses for my mistakes. I can only tell you what actually went on and what I have done to further my education. This is my second time applying back to Norfolk State University to gain my aid back. I been
I am a straightforward individual, intending to make a point in an efficient yet effective manner. You would like to know why I would be a good fit for Quillen, and why I desire to attend Quillen. I will answer both questions with three simple points: I have a strong desire to practice in Tennessee, I have primary care quality and preference, and I desire to serve in medically underserved communities.
Health care is not a privilege. In fact, a good level and quality on healthcare should be an inalienable right for all people. Social class, status or economic situation shouldn’t dictate who live and enjoy of good health or who doesn’t. Healthcare in America should be universal, continuous, and affordable to all individuals and families. Although some of the states in the US are taking unilateral measures not to focus exclusively on the poor, but seeks to guarantee health access to any uninsured people, achieving universal coverage will require federal leadership and support, regardless of which strategy is adopted to achieve this
Historically, physicians are more respected by the public’s dependence on their expertise more so than their experience with social and policy issues. Take for instance; physicians are already advocates for their patients’ health. Patients benefit from not only a physician’s professional medical advice, but also, when it comes to trying to get insurance approvals, often times the physician will be of a support. Overall, physicians play a huge role in patients’ healthcare for not only servicing them, but educating them as well. There is a constant communication with the patient-physician relationship. But even with a strong patient-physician relationship it is the social determinants
Health care in the United States has evolved throughout the years. This evolution has lead to groundbreaking findings and understand, benefiting to not only America, but other countries. However, along with all of the great achievements, there comes some consequences, social issues. The United States health care system comes with social issues that includes inequality, cost, and health insurance.