"I feel the integration of Eastern and Western medical practices is an exciting combination of treatment options that could benefit people differently. My primary doctor referred me to an acupuncturist when I had continuing back pain. Traditional pain medication masked the source of the pain. After a few sessions with the acupuncturist, my pain substantially subsided. I was pleased when I learned that Mount Sinai Hospital's Integrative Pain Management Practice included these options."

Focus on describing any experience you have with mixing Eastern and Western medicine. Assure the interviewer you are open to this type of holistic approach and welcome using it with your patients.

"I love the idea of mixing diverse cultures in a holistic approach to care. Before I became involved in healthcare, I did a lot of research on Eastern medicine to help my grandmother, who had cancer. She did not want to undergo chemo and radiation, and I found a lot of good information using alternative approaches. I think Western medicine also has a lot of benefits, but I believe patients should be given different treatment options that fit their beliefs and lifestyle."