Why did you decide to pursue a career as a surgeon?

The interviewers want to hear your reasons for choosing this profession to understand what inspires and motivates you to work hard to become a surgeon. They want to hear if another surgeon mentored you, if you have family or friends who work in healthcare, or if you received excellent care from a surgeon.

Focus on giving your personal reason for choosing this career, responding with enthusiasm and passion. There is no right or wrong answer. The interviewers want to gain insight into what made you pursue this career path to see if you will be a good fit for their residency program.