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How would you describe the written communication skills you would bring to our medical school?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
Perhaps the most overlooked essential skill for a physician to possess is communication. While medical schools put a lot of focus on verbal communications you will one day put to use in practice, written communication skills are equally important, and your interviewers want to ensure that you will come to their program with the skills to succeed in your academic work, your clinical rotations and your future practice.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I would describe my written communication skills as succinct yet detailed and would rate myself as a 9/10. I have always had a penchant for writing and understand how important clear and detailed notes are in medical records for patients. If accepted into your medical school, my excellent communication skills will shine in my work."
Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Talk openly and honestly about your written communication skills and reiterate that you are aware of their importance in documenting the care of patients. Discuss any courses you have taken in communication, journalism, or writing. Some words you can use to describe your communication skills include articulate, crisp, formal, succinct, professional, and detailed.
"Communication is imperative to excellent patient care. Physicians must be able to write clear and concise medical notes, which are legal documents read and interpreted by other medical providers. Additionally, physicians must be able to write clear instructions to patients. My writing style is concise and organized; I think these qualities support easy interpretation by clinicians and patients alike."
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