What made you choose a career as a family physician?

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Everyone has different reasons for choosing their career paths. Questions like this give an interviewer an opportunity to get to know you on a personal level. This is your chance to share things you love about the job and what drove you to choose this profession.

"I have always had a heart for people. I knew when I was a teenager that I wanted to find a career that I could feel good about and, hopefully, make a difference in. Becoming a doctor was the natural choice for me."

"I really can't remember a time when I didn't want to be a doctor. I really can't recall if there was a specific incident that happened that made me interested or if it was just something that came naturally to me. Becoming a doctor has been one of the greatest achievements of my life. I have no regrets at all about my career choice."

"I suppose there are several factors that led to my final decision of pursuing medicine as a career. Most importantly, I want to help people. I have a genuine concern for others and their well-being. I knew I had the drive and determination that was necessary to complete medical school and a residency and knew that if I did that, I could position myself in a lifestyle that allows me to help other people have a better life."

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"When I was in medical school I developed an interest in more than one specialty. I was interested in pediatrics, OBGYN, and psychiatry, but family medicine is the best specialty because it combines all that knowledge, my previous experience in family medicine, and preventive medicine."