What drives your passion for success in the pharmacy field?
Your interviewers are interested in learning about your motivation behind pursuing this profession. This question can also help the selection committee rule out candidates who aren't excited about the career or seem disillusioned by the profession.
"Growing up, my sister was sick all the time. I remember going to the hospital and visiting her, never really understanding what was wrong. All I knew at the time was that it was something with her lungs. Years later, as I grew older and took more biology and chemistry classes, I started to understand why and how medicine worked. Over time, my sister went to the hospital less frequently but did a lot of breathing treatments at home. She used inhalers and nebulizers, and I was fascinated by her progress. In college, I decided I wanted to go into the medical field, largely motivated by my sister's medical journey. After joining clubs and experiencing a few job shadowing opportunities, I knew pharmacy was right for me. In the last four years of pharmacy school, I've enjoyed learning about how medication works within the body. I thoroughly enjoy talking to patients and helping them with their medical treatments. Being on the patient's side of treatment has given me empathy and a well-rounded perspective on how to best interact with patients and their families."
This question presents a good opportunity to share why you originally became interested in pharmacy. Be prepared to discuss your passion for pharmacy in a genuine and enthusiastic manner to convince your interviewers you are a resident who would enter their program committed to success.
