My interest in Pharmacy began around the time my daughter's teeth started to develop. I was concerned when my baby's first teeth were dark. My dentist told me that medication I had taken during pregnancy had caused this condition. I promised myself that I would learn more about medications, and their side effects, discussing them with my doctor in the future before taking them.
While doing personal research into pharmaceuticals, and Pharmacy school, I had few educational opportunities living in my homeland of Cameroon. I never lost sight of my Pharmacy dreams, however, and my sister showed me that it is truly attainable, leaving Cameroon, attending, and later graduating from _____'s College of Pharmacy. In 2003, I came to America, the country that is renowned for offering people with belief and drive a chance to bring their dreams to fruition.
These past four years, I have developed my proficiency in English, completing my pre-Pharmacy courses and gaining valuable real-world retail Pharmacy experience working in XXX Discount Pharmacy. Having the opportunity to interact with people from a multitude of backgrounds, acting as a link between patient and doctor, has been personally and professionally gratifying. Moreover, working for XXX Pharmacy has shown me that I have an aptitude for excelling in a retail pharmacy. Additionally, I have come to appreciate how pharmacists are the most accessible medical professionals in a community, and are advocates for patients, and guides.
A pharmacist reaches people on many levels, even culturally. I feel that my unique background and bilingual abilities in French and English will equip me to better serve clients, those that need quality service the most, filling a much-needed gap between patients and physicians in my area. I am particularly sensitive and aware of the increasing needs of minorities, especially in their introduction to the American healthcare system, having walked more than a mile in the immigrant's shoes. What is more, my volunteer work is a clear indication of my desire to assist the community of which I am blessed to be a part of. I have been involved and in touch with my community volunteering at my church for several years. Reaching out to others is intrinsic to who I am.
For the future, I anticipate serving my community as a pharmacist, and later developing my career into that of an industrial pharmacist. I will then be expanding on my foundation in Pharmacy to include the compounding of medicines, reaching beyond my community, and having an impact on lives on a much larger scale.
Xavier U is my sole choice for Pharmacy education. XULA has produced some of the finest, creative, and successful African American minds in America. I am proud to have a sister that counts herself amongst XULAs alumni, a sister that will be my support system throughout my education. Your time and consideration are appreciated, and I eagerly await a personal interview.
PharmD Personal Statement Example French & English
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