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PMR Residency Mock Interview

30 PMR Residency Interview Questions and Answer Examples to Help You Prepare for Your Residency Interviews.

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Would you describe yourself as a compassionate and empathetic person?

"Yes, I most certainly consider myself a compassionate and empathetic person. I take the opportunity to understand and help others whenever possible. While attending medical school, I spent a lot of time volunteering at a local hospice - not only for the added experience but also to give back to others. I would comfort patients and their family members during the patient's last moments, brush their hair, hold their hands, and read and sing to them. I look forward to continuing this level of compassionate care throughout my career."

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How to Answer: Would you describe yourself as a compassionate and empathetic person?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a PMR Residency job interview.

  • 3. Would you describe yourself as a compassionate and empathetic person?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      The interviewers ask this question as compassion and empathy are essential traits to possess as a physiatrist. Focus on ensuring the interviewers understand you are a compassionate person. You can say you are compassionate, but giving an example where you have helped others is a better way to let the interview panel know. For example, you can describe your volunteer experience, how you cared for an elderly relative, held the hand of a dying patient, or comforted a grieving family member. Give your personal example that shows you have compassion for others.

      Written by Krista Wenz on November 29th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "Yes, I most certainly consider myself a compassionate and empathetic person. I take the opportunity to understand and help others whenever possible. While attending medical school, I spent a lot of time volunteering at a local hospice - not only for the added experience but also to give back to others. I would comfort patients and their family members during the patient's last moments, brush their hair, hold their hands, and read and sing to them. I look forward to continuing this level of compassionate care throughout my career."

      Written by Krista Wenz on November 29th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Yes, I would because that is the core of a physiatrist. I can say I am those things but it becomes more meaningful when my words follow my action. So finding compassion for people who are underserved or marginalized is the crux of my application whether it be establishing an LGBTQIA clinic space in a conservative underserved city like Karachi or helping elderly people with disabilities in my high school years still it is important to give back to those at their most vulnerable."

      Jaymie's Feedback

      You did a good job supporting your self-assessment with concrete examples of your compassionate actions, such as establishing an LGBTQIA clinic space and assisting elderly people with disabilities. You can consider adding more granular examples like striving to see things from your patient's perspective, taking a genuine interest in getting to know them and their story, acknowledging their feelings and concerns, etc. This will make your answer even stronger.

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