"Heading into medical school, I was unsure where I wanted my career to take me. In my second year, the appeal of emergency medicine continued to grow on me because of the varied activities each day, the opportunity to perform life-saving procedures on patients, and an environment where teamwork is the most vital. This dream is now becoming a reality for me, and I'm so excited to interview to for a great program like yours."

When answering this question, you can shine by espousing the vision of the specialty - handling true emergencies. Share why the fast-paced setting of the emergency room appeals to you. Share your passion for handling the procedural work that you will be learning during residency. Speak with passion when highlighting why you were made for a career in emergency medicine.

"That's a great question. When I was young my father had a near death experience. An Emergency Physician saved my father's life and I always felt very grateful. This situation inspired me to become a doctor and pursue a career in Emergency Medicine."

"Emergency Medicine physicians have the best job in the world- never knowing what is about to come in the department but being totally prepared to handle any emergency, happening to anyone, with whatever resources you have on hand. It can be totally unpredictable, unbelievably bizarre, and at the same time so incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. While I know it won't be easy, I am excited to work in a fast-paced, high stakes environment with other people who are drawn to that kind of atmosphere."