Prepare for your NSU-COM interview with 35 questions covering osteopathic principles, clinical scenarios, and mission alignment.
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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 interviewers at Nova Southeastern University want to see evidence that you plan to make a positive and lasting impact on the medical profession. This is important to them for a couple of reasons. First, having the desire for a larger purpose will make you a student that exceeds academic expectations. The future success of any student in their program bodes well for the legacy of their program.

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.
"I have chosen to become a physician because of the broad impact I can make on my patients, their families, and my community. As a Family Practitioner, I can impact others by getting to know my patients more closely than many other specialists and providers can. I will improve the profession by bringing a whole-health knowledge and mindset to my patients. When my patients feel motivated and empowered to take their entire health into their hands, it will create a trickle-down effect on other aspects of their lives, including their family members' well-being. This ripple will help create greater respect for general health care, improving how the public views our profession and how often a patient visits me for regular checkups."

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
To provide a memorable response, be as specific as possible. Perhaps you desire to work with a particular population or community. Maybe your vow as a physician is to teach your patients that being diligent about a specific aspect of their health leaves a positive impact on their overall health. Discuss with passion and enthusiasm how you plan to improve the medical profession and use your skills for the greater good.

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