If you were to pursue an alternative career outside of medicine, what would you choose and why?
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Purpose
This question is about getting to know you beyond medicine. It shows your personal interests, values, and how you can apply your skills in other fields. It's not a trick; it's about understanding what drives you.
Tips
- Pick a genuine passion or interest you could see yourself doing if not medicine.
- Choose a career that reflects your core traits, like teaching if you love educating.
- Highlight parallels to medicine subtly, like problem-solving in engineering.
Common mistakes
- Don't say you haven't thought about it; it shows a lack of depth.
- Avoid picking a career just for money; it might seem like your heart isn't in medicine.
- Don't forget to tie it back to medicine, showing you're still committed to being a doctor.