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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The Admissions Committee at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine wants to know how you would react if you found yourself involved in an accusation of malpractice or became aware of medical malpractice by a fellow dental professional.
Every medical sector has its difficulties, and dentistry is not untouched by accusations of malpractice. Consider your problem-solving process and how you approach situations that require critical thinking. Then, take the admissions interviewers through the action steps you would take in this hypothetical scenario. Discuss how you react in problematic situations and demonstrate your wisdom and problem-solving skills.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"Yes, I am aware of cases of malpractice in the dentistry field, and it can be disheartening to hear them sometimes. Although I would be diligent with my best work, there are no guarantees, and mistakes do happen. If I faced a situation like that, I would take full responsibility for my part in the situation but would defend my expertise and decision-making skills at the same time. The best thing any medical professional can do is to try their best every day, document very well, and only work with patients that you trust."

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