Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

Tell of a patient experience that influenced your perspective on becoming a physician.

Describe the effect of an endeavor that didn't go according to your plan.

Discuss a time in your life that demonstrated your resilience and ability to overcome adversity. How did this change you?

How does intellectual and academic struggle fit into your identity as a future physician?

Discuss your experience of recent personal feedback that was difficult to receive.

Describe a time when you had to reconsider or change a deeply held belief or perspective. What prompted this change?

Describe a time personal obligations had to be prioritized over school/work. What did it teach you about managing competing priorities?