Have you ever considered a more concentrated specialty area rather than staying within the Family Practice realm?
"Actually, I considered several different specialty concentrations. I thought about obstetrics and urology. I also even considered cardiology. For me, though, I really felt like general practice was a good fit and that it would give me the opportunity to take care of a broader group of patients."
"I never considered any other specialty than family medicine. I respect concentrated specialty areas and have some close friends who are specialists. It takes all of us to make a good healthcare network, and I'm happy to be a small part of it."
One of the great things about a career in healthcare is that there are so many options. Having ever considered a career shift into a specialty area is not something that will disqualify you from being hired as a family practice physician. This question really just creates an opportunity for the interviewer to explore what areas are of interest to you. If you have considered a more concentrated specialty, share that with the interviewer, but end your answer with why you have stayed with family practice so far.
"I did consider a career as a pediatrician at one time. However, when I began to explore options, I felt like family practice would give me an opportunity to work with a more diverse group of people. The decision to focus on family medicine has been a great fit for me."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
For now, I would love to do family medicine, but in the future, I might try sports medicine or preventive care. Family medicine and preventive care go strongly together.
Chad's Feedback
You do an excellent job identifying other areas of medicine that interest you, and connecting preventative care to family medicine is a nice touch. To assure the interviewer you will remain with the practice for a considerable length of time if hired, I suggest concluding your response by confirming the reason(s) you prefer family medicine or are drawn to it specifically.
Unlock all 30 Family Physician questions
Prepare for behavioral and clinical questions that residency directors and practice leaders prioritize.
Get Started