"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.