"Clinical pathology has been a passion of mine since entering medical school. Even though I consider myself excellent at providing bedside care for patients, my passion and strengths fall in the lab setting. Pathology is unique because pathologists provide a consultation service, which implies partnering with the treating physician. For my purposes, this requires me to provide timely and accurate results for the patient's team, of which I'm a part. It requires speaking with the patient's doctor when this will improve their understanding of what's happening with their patient. I will always see myself as a vital part of any patient's care team."

Include in your answer a sentence or two about your interest in the care of patients. Speak about what drives your passion for lab medicine and how you feel you will make a difference in patients' lives, even though you will not provide direct face-to-face care.