Medical School Secondary

George Washington School of Medicine (6/28/14)

1.
Please provide the Admissions Committee with a brief summary of your activities,
academics, employment or other occupations to account for full-time activity (approx. 30-40
hours/week) for the 2014-2015 application cycle, or from the point of application through
matriculation in 2015. (750 characters)
2.

What is your most significant achievement outside the classroom? (750 characters)

3.
What makes you a unique individual? What challenges have you faced? How will these
factors help you contribute to the diversity of the student body at GW? (1000 characters)
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I
was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
Upon my mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children. After
arranging my priorities and managing my time effectively, I was able to do well at both my job
and school as evident in the last 80 units of my coursework.
I bring with me the ability to effectively multitask between multiple tasks. In addition, I bring
with me the ability to understand and relate to individuals and families affected with a life
altering diagnosis. Along with these experiences and more, I believe I will help strengthen the
class at George Washington School of Medicine.

4.
What is your specific interest in the MD Program at GW? What opportunities would you
take advantage of as a student here? Why? (2000 characters)
Rush Medical College (7/15/14)
1.
Describe personal attributes you possess or life experiences you have had that will enable
you to better understand patients with a culture different from your own. Please include your
self-reflection on how this experience has changed insights, beliefs, and/or values. (1000
characters)

Growing up in a multilingual household, my life has been constantly immersed with various
cultures ranging from Hispanic, Chinese, Thai, Cambodian, and Laotian. A memorable

engagement with a different culture is leading the Lion Dance at the Chinese New Year.
Although I do not speak Cantonese, I was fully accepted into the Chinese festivities because of
my abilities as a Lion Dancer. This experience demonstrated that having common ground can
bridge the gap between two different groups of people.
Additionally, I have had continual exposure to the Hispanic culture. An unforgettable experience
was participating in Da de los Muertos. The celebration of the dead contrasted my cultures view
on the deceased. In learning of another cultures viewpoints, I was able to share my cultures
view on the same subject. From this experience, I learned that different people will have
differing views; however, having an open and engaging mind will enhance ones understanding
of another culture.

2.
Based on your experiences (Scribe, GED leader, Tzu Chi), please describe what you
learned through your involvement, the attributes you would bring to Rush Medical College, and
the impact you would have on the greater Rush Community (2000 characters).

3.
Please describe your most significant achievement outside the classroom (750
characters).

4.
Describe your specific interest in Rush Medical College and what campus opportunities
you would most look forward to as a student. (1000 characters)

Hofstra North Shore LIJ (7/16/14)

1.
If your undergraduate education was interrupted for any reason, please indicate the
reasons, the duration of the interruption, and how you spent your time. This does not include
time between programs post-graduation. (1500 characters)

In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I
was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
In 2008 I enrolled part-time at the local community college, making the Deans List while still
continuing to work full time. During my time at the community college, I co-founded the premed club, raising resources and funds to help the club.
By 2013 I was enrolled full time at Fresno State, also making the Deans List, and still
continuing to work with children with Autism. Additionally, I was now volunteering my time to
tutor math and science to low income housing adults to obtain their GED. My work culminated
in 6 adults obtaining their GED.
Focused on my medical education, I believe I can excel in laying the foundations for becoming a
great physician.
2.
Please share anything your application does not include, but that you would like to bring
to our attention. For example, is there anything special you would add to our School? (1500
characters)

Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I were on a three day backpacking trip in Yosemite
National Park when we encountered such an occasion. As an avid fly fisherman, I encouraged
my friends to hike to a backcountry lake to do some fishing for the weekend. With ours gears and
foods packed, we started on our 8 mile hike into the wilderness in search of wild trout. However,
it was the searchings of a bear that would lead to a wild weekend.
Upon reaching the lake, we made camp and started fishing around the lakeside. After a great day
of fishing, we returned to camp with one extra member attending our campsitea bear. It had
been rummaging through our food helping itself to beef jerky, peanut butter, crackers, and dried
pasta.

After chasing the bear away, we decided to move our campsite to a different area of the lake. As
we sat around the campfire that night sharing the 2 lone cans of beans the bear failed to destroy,
we weighed our option of returning home or staying the weekend and rationing our beans. After
such a great day of fishing, I proposed we stay and eat the fishes we were catching.
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I found this out by eating fish and beans for the
remainder of a weekend backpacking trip. Although plans do not go accordingly, I learned
through improvising and critically observing and analyzing a situation, one is able to make the
most of skill sets in the face of a calamitous situation.

Medical College of Wisconsin (7/16/14)

1.
Please explain why you belong to a race or ethnicity considered underrepresented in
medicine. (2000 characters)

The Hmong are an ethnic minority from Southeast Asia. During the Vietnam War hundreds of
thousands of Hmong found themselves 7,660 miles away from an agricultural third world
country and in one of the leading industrial nation in the world. A minority within a minority,
Hmong were very often mistaken for another subset of Asians. The unintended consequence of
this mistaken identity was that many Hmong within the United States have been ignored socially
and economically for many years. Although services have improved, there are still many social
and economic inadequacies in tending to the Hmong population.
There are many areas in the United States with a large population of Hmong including
Wisconsin. However, the Hmong physician population within these areas does not accurately
reflect the public Hmong population. As a result, there is often miscommunication,
misconception, and mistrust between the general Hmong population and the medical profession.
Because of the high number of Hmong residing within the United States and the deficiency of
Hmong physicians, I believe Hmong are grossly underrepresented in medicine.

2.
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is dedicated to leadership and excellence in
four distinct areas identified in our mission statement: Education, Research, Patient Care,
Service. Choose one of these areas and discuss how you will contribute to our mission, both as a
medical student and a practicing physician. (3000 characters)

Education is a never ending pursuit. One starts off as a student and continues learning and
acquiring new knowledge throughout ones lifetime. In addition to learning, one also has the

responsibility of teaching others. It is this formative effect of constantly learning and teaching
that is the spirit of education.
As a medical student I plan to learn from the best scientists and physicians in order to form a
solid knowledge base for practicing medicine. Through inquisitive learning and practice, I expect
to develop and refine my skills as a medical student to reflect those of the faculty and to improve
upon areas where it is possible.
In addition to learning from others, I also expect to contribute to the diverse learning atmosphere
through the addition of my life experiences as a Hmong student and having worked with children
with Autism.
Upon licensure as a practice physician, I will continue to learn about new innovations and
breakthroughs in the medical field. Through the constant fine-tuning of an already solid
knowledge base, I can greatly improve the health care for my patients.
Additionally, I will contribute to the learning environment by leading and guiding the new wave
of medical students and residents. It is the responsibilities of practicing physicians to impart their
knowledge to the next generation of physicians so that they may improve upon the current
practices of medicine.
Lastly, and to some degree more importantly, physicians have the opportunity to impact their
patients. I will use this opportunity to educate patients so that they may be informed of measures
to improve their quality of health. I especially plan to inform patients of different cultures, such
as the Hmong population, so that they may be familiar with the medical process. The cultural
awareness between patients and physicians can be common ground for learning and educating in
a multicultural society.

3. Describe your motivation for pursuing your medical school training in a community-based
medical education program and how this will prepare you for your future career in medicine.
Identify experiences in which you have lived or otherwise interfaced with rural or medical
underserved communities and how they have influenced you.(max: 3000 characters)

The Vietnam War rooted my family from their home in Laos and transplanted them into a foreign
land. In fleeing, it was the services of emergency medical personnel in Thai refugee camps who
tended to the millions of refugees, including my parents, arriving in masses and ensured their
health and survival.
I aspire to provide the same level of empathy and care for those in need of health care. My goal
is to become a physician practicing medicine and rendering care for underrepresented

communities in medicine. It is in these communities that the organized teamwork of medical

professionals can be most impactful. This motivation has resulted in my committed volunteerism
with the Tzu Chi Free Medical Clinic at the local community center providing free medical and
dental services to the community.
My life has been constantly immersed with various cultures and communities. A memorable
engagement with a different culture is leading the Lion Dance at the Chinese New Year.
Although I do not speak Cantonese, I was fully accepted into the Chinese festivities because of
my abilities as a Lion Dancer. This experience demonstrated that having common ground can
bridge the gap between two different groups of people.
Additionally, I have had continual exposure to the Hispanic culture. An unforgettable experience
was participating in Da de los Muertos. The celebration of the dead contrasted my cultures view
on the deceased. In learning of another cultures viewpoints, I was able to share my cultures
view on the same subject. From this experience, I learned that different people will have
differing views; however, having an open and engaging mind will enhance ones understanding
of another culture.
Along with many other qualities and experiences, I bring with me the ability to understand and
relate to patients from diverse backgrounds and cultures. I believe that my passion and
motivation for service will help strengthen my class and add to the learning atmosphere.

4. Describe the community in which you envision yourself ultimately living and practicing
medicine, addressing the benefits and challenges of life in that community. (max: 3000
characters)
I envision myself living and practicing medicine in a medically underserved population. This
community includes segments of the Hispanic, Asian, African American, and Caucasian
population. Ultimately, I desire to provide medical care to the same type community that I grew
up in, a community that, although lacking in wealth and capital, is rich with diversity and culture.
Living in these communities, one is able to experience the richness and diversity that is inherent
in a multicultural society. This experience can help widen and broaden ones perspective on the
condition of what it means to be human. Additionally, a personal benefit is that I get to help a
community which I have an understanding of. Growing up in these communities, I understand
the need for medical services. As a result, ultimately I want to live and practice medicine in this
community.

An initial challenge of living in these communities is the multiple language and cultural barriers.
A community of Hispanic, Asian, African, and other medically underserved groups will
ultimately have a large subset of languages and cultures.
Another challenge of living in a medically underserved community is the lack of specialists
available in these areas. Working at a medically underserved community, I have seen many
patients referred out of town to see a specialist. When a Spanish speaking patient came in with
MRI scans showing a large growth in his brain, the doctors at Kaweah Delta Medical Center had
to refer him to Fresno because of the lack of a neurosurgeon on staff.
However, many of these problems can be solved with having good communication and skilled
interpreters. Some of these problems will undoubtable require extra follow ups to clarify any
misunderstandings. While some problems like the lack of specialists in the area cannot be
immediately solved, having a culturally competent physician and clear lines of communication
can provide a better experience for all parties involved.

5. Describe a time when you found a creative solution to a challenging or unfamiliar situation
and what you learned from the experience. (max: 3000 characters)

Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I were on a three day backpacking trip in Yosemite
National Park when we encountered such an occasion. As an avid fly fisherman, I encouraged
my friends to hike to a backcountry lake to do some fishing for the weekend. With ours gears and
foods packed, we started on our 8 mile hike into the wilderness in search of wild trout. However,
it was the searchings of a bear that would lead to a wild weekend.
Upon reaching the lake, we made camp and started fishing around the lakeside. After a great day
of fishing, we returned to camp with one extra member attending our campsitea bear. It had
been rummaging through our food helping itself to beef jerky, peanut butter, crackers, and dried
pasta.
After chasing the bear away, we decided to move our campsite to a different area of the lake. As
we sat around the campfire that night sharing the 2 lone cans of beans the bear failed to destroy,
we weighed our option of returning home or staying the weekend and rationing our beans. After
such a great day of fishing, I proposed we stay and eat the fishes we were catching.
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I found this out by eating fish and beans for the
remainder of a weekend backpacking trip. Although plans do not go accordingly, I learned
through improvising and critically observing and analyzing a situation, one is able to make the
most of skill sets in the face of a calamitous situation.

Creighton University School of Medicine (7/16/14)

1.
Please state your reasons for applying to Creighton University School of Medicine. (2000
characters)
Change is good. It means that one is not stagnant. Whether moving backwards to take a look at
the bigger picture or forwards to improve, each stage presents us with the opportunity of
affecting someone we otherwise would not have meet had we stood still.
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I
was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
In 2008 I enrolled part-time at the local community college, making the Deans List while still
continuing to work full time. During my time at the community college, I co-founded the premed club, raising resources and funds to help the club.
By 2013 I was enrolled full time at Fresno State, also making the Deans List, and still
continuing to work with children with Autism. Additionally, I was now volunteering my time to
tutor math and science to low income housing adults to obtain their GED. My work culminated
in 6 adults obtaining their GED.
Creighton University School of Medicine is the perfect environment for fostering a diverse
student body with the goal of improving the human condition. Its mission and vision is one that I
can fully appreciate and support whole heartedly because I have had extensive experience in
helping to improve the condition of people I have had the pleasure of meeting. I hope to bring
these experiences, along with many others, to help strengthen the class at Creighton University
School of Medicine.

2.
How will becoming a Creighton educated physician enable you to achieve your lifetime
goals and/or aspirations? (2000 characters)
Growing up as child of Hmong refugee parents, the Vietnam War rooted my family from their
home in Laos and transplanted them into a foreign land. In fleeing, it was the services of
emergency medical personnel in Thai refugee camps who tended to the millions of refugees,
including my parents, arriving in masses and ensured their health and survival.

I aspire to provide the same level of empathy and care for those in need of health care. My goal
is to become a physician practicing medicine and rendering care for underrepresented
communities in medicine. It is in these communities that the organized teamwork of medical
professionals can be most impactful.
My lifetime goal is to provide emergency and long term medical care internationally. It is
through this work that I feel I best utilize my skills and knowledge to benefit humankind.
In becoming such a physician, I believe a medical education at Creighton will prepare me well
for such an endeavor. In addition to the basic science courses and clinic skills acquired, I plan to
utilize my opportunity at Creighton to strengthen all components in the six competencies of
medical education. In doing so, I plan to use my skills and training acquired at Creighton to
improve the human condition.
3.
Please describe your current activities/employment if you are not currently enrolled as a
fulltime student. (2000 characters)
In addition to being a full time student, I am also engaged in my community as a Behavioral
Therapist for Autistic children and an Emergency Department Scribe.
I have been working with children with Autism since December 2009. Throughout my time as a
behavioral therapist, I have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with some form of
Autism. For my time and effort, I was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral
Interventionist of the month. However, these awards fail in comparison to the change and
progression I observe occurring in the kids.
Beginning November 2013, I have been a scribe at the Kaweah Delta Emergency Department. I
have scribed for over twenty different physicians, each with varying degrees of personality and
character. I have documented patient history, review of systems, physical exams, procedures,
consultations and many more elements related to patient charting. In addition, I have coordinated
teamwork between the physicians and other members of the medical team including nurses,
techs, social workers, and administrators.
I am currently engaged in these activities for both the experience and the income to help my
family. Juggling two jobs and a full course load was difficult initially. However, after efficiently
arranging my priorities and managing my time effectively, I was able to do well at both my jobs
and school as is evident in the last 80 units of my coursework.
Focused on my medical education, I can excel in laying the foundations for becoming a great
physician.
Tulane University School of Medicine (7/17/14)

1.
Briefly describe the reasons for your interest in Tulane University School of Medicine.
(150 words)
2.
List any leadership positions, in clubs or organizations, you may have held during
college. (100 words)
3.

Please list your hobbies and major non-academic interests. (150 words)

Fly fishing is a rewarding endeavor on many levels. Whether Im backpacking to mountain

creeks or fishing local streams, every opportunity of fly fishing presents differently.
Fly fishing is more than just catching fish. It involves reading the river for pools and riffles
where fish might be holding. It involves careful selection of the correct fly lure to match the
insects of the area. It involves casting and presenting the fly lure in a manner consistent with the
behavior of the fishs natural prey.
Why go through such a hassle to fish, one might ask. Fly fishing is more than the pursuit of fish;
it is the pursuit of observing and understanding ones environment. Catching fish is just a bonus.

Western Michigan University School of Medicine (7/17/14)

1.
Describe why you wish to enroll at Western Michigan University School of Medicine.
You should describe any connection that you have to southwest Michigan. (2000 characters)
Change is good. Whether moving backwards to take a look at the bigger picture or forwards to
improve, each stage presents us with the opportunity of affecting someone we otherwise would
not have meet had we stood still.
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I was
awarded many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
In 2008 I enrolled at the local community college, co-founding the pre-med club and making the
Deans List while still continuing to work full time.
By 2013 I enrolled full time at Fresno State while still working with Autistic children. In addition
to making the Deans List as well, I was now volunteering my time to tutor math and science to

low income housing adults to obtain their GED. My work culminated in 6 adults obtaining their
GED.
The Homer Stryker School of Medicine is the perfect environment for fostering a diverse student
body with the goal of advancing the health of humanity. Its mission and vision is one that can
embody because I have had extensive experience in helping to improve the condition of
individuals I have encountered.
Although my place of residence is outside of Michigan, my connection is rooted in family
members who still reside in the area. Michigan also has a substantial Hmong population, an
ethnic minority I identify with. My ties with the people of Michigan and my desires to provide
care for underrepresented persons in medicine is what draws me to Western Michigan University
School of Medicine.
2.
Describe what you bring to the practice of medicine your values, skills, talents, life
experiences and how you add to the cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the
medical profession. (2000 characters)
Growing up as child of Hmong refugee parents, the Vietnam War rooted my family from their
home in Laos and transplanted them into a foreign land. In fleeing, it was the services of
emergency medical personnel in Thai refugee camps who tended to the millions of refugees,
including my parents, arriving in masses and ensured their health and survival.
I aspire to provide the same level of empathy and care for those in need of health care. My goal
is to become a physician practicing medicine and rendering care for underrepresented
communities in medicine. It is in these communities that the organized teamwork of medical
professionals can be most impactful.
Growing up in a multilingual household, my life has been constantly immersed with various
cultures. A memorable engagement with a different culture is leading the Lion Dance at the
Chinese New Year. Although I do not speak Cantonese, I was fully accepted into the Chinese
festivities because of my abilities as a Lion Dancer. This experience demonstrated that having
common ground can bridge the gap between two different groups of people.
Additionally, I have had continual exposure to the Hispanic culture. An unforgettable experience
was participating in Da de los Muertos. The celebration of the dead contrasted my cultures view
on the deceased. In learning of another cultures viewpoints, I was able to share my cultures
view on the same subject. From this experience, I learned that different people will have
differing views; however, having an open and engaging mind will enhance ones understanding
of another culture.
Along with many other qualities and experiences, I bring with me the ability to understand and
relate to patients from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

University of Chicago College of Medicine (7/18/14)

1.
Describe a situation in which you were really stressed. Tell us how you dealt with it.
Please detail your reaction(s), and how it affected you. If this situation, or a similar one, were to
happen again, how would you handle it? (250 words)
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I were on a backpacking trip in Yosemite when we
encountered such an occasion. With ours gears and foods packed, we hike into the wilderness in
search of wild trout. However, it was the searchings of a bear that would lead to a wild weekend.
Upon reaching the lake, we made camp and started fishing around the lakeside. After a great day
of fishing, we returned to find one extra member attending our campsitea bear. It had been
rummaging through our food helping itself to whatever it found.
After chasing the bear away, we sat around the campfire that night sharing the lone can of beans
the bear failed to destroy. We mulled over the thought of having to return home for a lack of
food. After such a great day of fishing, I proposed we stay and eat the fishes we were catching.
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I found this out by eating fish and beans for the
remainder of a trip. Although plans do not go accordingly, I learned through improvising and
critically observing and analyzing a situation, one is able to make the most of skill sets in the
face of a calamitous situation.
I would be sure to securely store food before leaving our campsite unattended again. But were
we to lose our food supply, I would gladly dip my fishing line in the water again.
2.
Describe a hobby or activity other than something in medicine, in which you have a keen
interest. Why? (250 words)
The Feather River seems to burst into life as the sun casts its morning rays onto its surface.
Fishes and insects of every time call this habitat home. I too am intertwined in this system.
Fly fishing is a rewarding endeavor. Whether Im backpacking to mountain creeks or fishing
local streams, every opportunity of fly fishing presents differently.
Fly fishing is more than just catching fish. It involves reading the river for pools and riffles
where fish might be holding. It involves careful selection of the correct fly lure to match the
insects of the area. It involves casting and presenting the fly lure in a manner consistent with the
behavior of the fishs natural prey. The culmination of effectively stringing together these events
together may result in catching a fish.
Why go through such a hassle to fish, one might ask. Fly fishing is more than the pursuit of fish;
it is the pursuit of observing and understanding ones environment. Catching fish is just a bonus.

3.
Describe any advantages and/or complications you encountered during your progression
in education. Please include any noteworthy achievements and/or obstacles. (150 words)
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I
was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
Upon my mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children. After
arranging my priorities and managing my time effectively, I was able to do well at both my job
and school as evident in the last 80 units of my coursework.
Focused solely on my medical education, I believe I can excel in laying the foundations for
becoming a great physician.

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

1. Describe in two to three paragraphs how you learned about the osteopathic profession and why
you feel the profession is a good fit for you.
My first encounter with osteopathic medicine arrived in the form of a pamphlet, A Brief Guide
to Osteopathic Medicine: For Students by Students. I was intrigued after reading the philosophy
and history of Osteopathic medicine.
My real life experience with Doctors of Osteopathic medicine came in the form of scribing in the
Emergency Department. In addition to interacting with various members of the medical team, I
documented many elements of the patients chart for a D.O. However, my more memorable
experiences were in observing a D.O.s bedside manner. She would interact with a patient,
informing and educating a patient on their emergent complaint. These observations cemented my
desires to pursue an osteopathic education.

2. What is your legacy to your family, friends and the community at this point in your life?
Change is good. It means that one is not stagnant. Whether moving backwards to take a look at
the bigger picture or forwards to improve, each stage presents us with the opportunity of
affecting someone we otherwise would not have meet had we stood still.
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I

have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with some form of Autism. For my time
and effort, I was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the
month.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
In 2008 I enrolled part-time at the local community college, making the Deans List while still
continuing to work full time. During my time at the community college, I co-founded the premed club, raising resources and funds to help the club.
By 2013 I was enrolled full time at Fresno State, also making the Deans List, and still
continuing to work with children with Autism. Additionally, I was now volunteering my time to
tutor math and science to low income housing adults to obtain their GED. My work culminated
in 6 adults obtaining their GED.
Change is good. Whether minute alterations or grand scale changes, we can constantly improve
upon the human condition.

3. How would you handle a situation if you witnessed a colleague demonstrating unprofessional
behavior?
Whether wearing a white coat adorned with a stethoscope or a black polo shirt embroidered with
the golden arches, there is a responsibility to conduct ones self professionally.
If I were to witness an unprofessional behavior, I would approach my colleague and gather
ourselves to a private location. I would discuss the problem I witnessed with my colleague and
remind my colleague of the responsibilities we have. Additionally, I would offer my help in
resolving the problem in an appropriate manner. If this problem is a consistent issue, that I would
approach management with a complaint.
When this responsibility is ignored, the integrity of the team is marginalized. Therefore, it is also
the responsibility of other team members to see that their peers conduct themselves accordingly.
4. What are your expectations of medical school?
Medical school is a great learning environment. My expectation of medical school is to gain a
foundation for practicing medicine. Additionally, I expect to gain a broad and comprehensive
experience with medicine as to prepare myself in choosing the appropriate residency program.
As the practice of medicine involves the teamwork of many individuals, I expect to network with
members of the class, faculty, community members, and hospital staff. The ability to interact
with others is a vital role in addition to the medical knowledge of medical school.

5. If the committee viewed your social media page(s) (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), would it help or
harm your application?
My social media pages would help my application. I do not use my social media pages to post
racy comments or offensive messages. Instead, I use my page to update my friends and families
of the many adventures I enjoy including backpacking, fly fishing, travel, and other outdoor
activities.
6. If you had to choose a different career path what would that be?
Besides a physician, I would choose to be a medical researcher. I believe research is vital in
advancing medicine, therefore if I had to choose a different career path, I would be a researcher.
As an undergraduate, I am currently engaged in Genetics research. Through the scientific
method, I am able to develop protocols, methods, and techniques to test my hypothesis. This
work is rewarding and has many benefits to the advancement of medicine.
7. Please list any pending exposures to Osteopathic Medicine, if applicable (if you have no
pending activities, please note "not applicable" in the space below).
Currently, I am scribing at the Emergency Department. This allows me to work side by side with
many D.O. physicians and residents. From this experience, I am able to observe how a D.O.
practices medicine ranging from bedside manner to medical decision making.
8. You may use this page to provide bullet points of any additional information you feel will help
us to get a complete picture of your life experience such as major achievements or explanations.
Examples: Fluency in more than one language; family and/or personal health or life crises; major
life events like marriage, birth of a child, long distance move, career change. You may also use
the page to note pending activities such as job changes, shadowing or volunteer experiences.
Fluency in Hmong
Basic Understanding of Spanish
Married to a great woman
Tutor for Autistic Children
Tzu Chi Free Medical Clinic Volunteer
GED tutor
Upward trend in academics (most recent 60 units)
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine

1. If not currently in school, describe present activity and activity since you were last a full time
student. Feel free to include a resume.
INSERT RESUME/CV

2. Were you employed during the regular school year (excluding summers) while in
undergraduate school?
In addition to being a full time student, I am also engaged in my community as a Behavioral
Therapist for Autistic children and an Emergency Department Scribe.
I have been working with children with Autism since December 2009. Throughout my time as a
behavioral therapist, I have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with some form of
Autism. For my time and effort, I was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral
Interventionist of the month. However, these awards fail in comparison to the change and
progression I observe occurring in the kids.
Beginning November 2013, I have been a scribe at the Kaweah Delta Emergency Department. I
have scribed for over twenty different physicians, each with varying degrees of personality and
character. I have documented patient history, review of systems, physical exams, procedures,
consultations and many more elements related to patient charting. In addition, I have coordinated
teamwork between the physicians and other members of the medical team including nurses,
techs, social workers, and administrators.
I am currently engaged in these activities for both the experience and the income to help my
family. Juggling two jobs and a full course load was difficult initially. However, after efficiently
arranging my priorities and managing my time effectively, I was able to do well at both my jobs
and school as is evident in the last 80 units of my coursework. If required, I am able to focus
solely on my medical education and I believe in doing so, I can excel in laying the foundations
for becoming a great physician.

3. Why do you want to become an Osteopathic Physician? * *Required

My first encounter with osteopathic medicine arrived in the form of a pamphlet, A Brief Guide
to Osteopathic Medicine: For Students by Students. I was intrigued after reading the philosophy
and history of Osteopathic medicine.
My real life experience with Doctors of Osteopathic medicine came in the form of scribing in the
Emergency Department. In addition to interacting with various members of the medical team, I
documented many elements of the patients chart for a D.O. However, my more memorable
experiences were in observing a D.O.s bedside manner. She would interact with a patient,

informing and educating a patient on their emergent complaint. These observations cemented my
desires to pursue an osteopathic education.

4. Why do you wish to attend Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine? *
*Required

5. What unique characteristics, abilities, or skill will you bring to the college and to the
Osteopathic profession? * *Required
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with some form of Autism. For my time
and effort, I was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the
month.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
In 2008 I enrolled part-time at the local community college, making the Deans List while still
continuing to work full time. During my time at the community college, I co-founded the premed club, raising resources and funds to help the club.
By 2013 I was enrolled full time at Fresno State, also making the Deans List, and still
continuing to work with children with Autism. Additionally, I was now volunteering my time to
tutor math and science to low income housing adults to obtain their GED. My work culminated
in 6 adults obtaining their GED.

8. Add any additional information that you consider pertinent or that you feel will be of benefit
as a student or as an osteopathic physician.
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I were on a backpacking trip in Yosemite when we
encountered such an occasion. With ours gears and foods packed, we hike into the wilderness in
search of wild trout. However, it was the searchings of a bear that would lead to a wild weekend.

Upon reaching the lake, we made camp and started fishing around the lakeside. After a great day
of fishing, we returned to find one extra member attending our campsitea bear. It had been
rummaging through our food helping itself to whatever it found.
After chasing the bear away, we sat around the campfire that night sharing the lone can of beans
the bear failed to destroy. We mulled over the thought of having to return home for a lack of
food. After such a great day of fishing, I proposed we stay and eat the fishes we were catching.
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I found this out by eating fish and beans for the
remainder of a trip. Although plans do not go accordingly, I learned through improvising and
critically observing and analyzing a situation, one is able to make the most of skill sets in the
face of a calamitous situation.

Albany Medical College

1. Describe yourself (1000 characters)

2. Please explain any inconsistencies in your university, graduate, or professional school

academic performance and/or MCAT scores. (1,000 character limit)

3. Has your college or university, graduate or professional school attendance been interrupted for
any reason? If yes, please explain. Also, please explain any gaps in your post-graduate history.
(1,000 character limit)
In 2007 my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies at
UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I
was awarded with many recognitions including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
Upon my mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children. After
arranging my priorities and managing my time effectively, I was able to do well at both my job
and school as evident in the last 80 units of my coursework.
Focused on my medical education, I believe I can excel in laying the foundations for becoming a
great physician.

4. Tell us one thing about yourself that would help the Admissions Committee determine if you
should be admitted to our program. (1,000 character limit)
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I were on a backpacking trip in Yosemite when we
encountered such an occasion. With ours gears and foods packed, we hike into the wilderness in
search of wild trout. However, it was the searchings of a bear that would lead to a wild weekend.
Upon reaching the lake, we made camp and started fishing around the lakeside. After a great day
of fishing, we returned to find one extra member attending our campsitea bear. It had been
rummaging through our food helping itself to whatever it found.
After chasing the bear away, we sat around the campfire that night sharing the lone can of beans
the bear failed to destroy. We mulled over the thought of having to return home for a lack of
food. After such a great day of fishing, I proposed we stay and eat the fishes we were catching.
Do not feed the bears. A group of friends and I found this out by eating fish and beans for the
remainder of a trip. Although plans do not go accordingly, I learned through improvising and
critically observing and analyzing a situation, one is able to make the most of skill sets in the
face of a calamitous situation.

5. In the "Work and Activities" section on your AMCAS application, you provided the following
list of experiences. Please select the experience that you feel has been the most meaningful in
influencing your desire to pursue a career in medicine, explain why, and also describe what
aspect of that experience best equips you to make an impact in the medical profession. (1,000
character limit)

PCOM
Noting the missions and objectives of the Osteopathic profession and PCOM, please describe
your personal characteristics that demonstrate your interest in this field. Include an example of
an event in which your actions directly influenced the life of another person and relate this to
your goal of becoming a DO.
Change is good. Whether moving backwards to take a look at the bigger picture or forwards to
improve, each stage presents us with the opportunity of affecting someone we otherwise would
not have meet had we stood still.
In 2007, my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies
at UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time there, I impacted many kids

in the Central Valley affected with Autism. I was able to improve another persons quality of life.
No example stood out clearer than guiding a non-verbal Autistic child throughout his 2nd grade
school year. At the end of the term, he could connect full sentences together, graduating out of
the Autism program.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
My goal of becoming a DO stem from such humble roots. As a DO, I hope to incorporate into
my practice of medicine the ability to heal the whole person. I believe this stance towards
medicine can ultimately lead towards improving the human condition.
AT Still
Explain any prolonged periods of non-academic activity during or after full-time
enrollment in formal coursework.
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
In 2007, my mother was hospitalized for a fall. This prompted my return home from my studies
at UC Davis to care for my mother. During my time in Fresno, I was offered a position as a
Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism. Throughout my time as a behavioral therapist, I
have impacted many kids in the Central Valley affected with Autism. For my time and effort, I
was awarded with many recognitions, including Behavioral Interventionist of the month.
I discovered I enjoyed working directly in impacting another persons life; thereby upon my
mother returning to good health, I continued working with Autistic children.
In 2008, I enrolled part-time at the local community college, making the Deans List while still
continuing to work full time. During my time at the community college, I co-founded the premed club, raising resources and funds to help the club.
By 2013, I was enrolled full-time at Fresno State, also making the Deans List, and still
continuing to work with children with Autism. Additionally, I was now volunteering my time to
tutor math and science to low-income housing adults to obtain their GED. My work culminated
in six adults obtaining their GED.
Focused on my medical education, I believe I can excel in laying the foundations for becoming a
great physician.

In your future role as an osteopathic physician, how do you envision incorporating

osteopathic philosophy and practice?

(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
My real-life experience with Doctors of Osteopathic medicine came in the form of scribing in the
Emergency Department. In addition to interacting with various members of the medical team, I
documented many elements of the patients chart for a D.O. However, my more memorable
experiences were in observing a D.O.s bedside manner. She would interact with a patient,
informing and educating a patient on his or her emergent complaint. These observations
cemented my desires to pursue an osteopathic education.
Talk about how I will incorporate into my practice

Which one of your past volunteer experiences is the best indicator of your intent to serve an
underserved population at some point in your medical career? Explain why.
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)

GED voluneering

Which one of your past experiences taught you the character traits that are essential for a
physician? What did you learn?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)

Children with Autism

Describe any work-experiences or courses that have helped prepare you to be an

independent and self-motivated student. For example, how do you know that you are an
"adult learner'? How do you plan to be successful in the SOMA curriculum?

(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
Research lab

KCOM AT STILL Kirksville

What particular qualities do you feel you can bring to KCOM?

(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)

What specific experience/exposure have you had with osteopathic medicine? How has this
influenced your decision to become an osteopathic physician?
(Please limit your response to 500 words or less. All information provided in this section must
be the original work of the applicant and not from another author.)
My real-life experience with Doctors of Osteopathic medicine came in the form of scribing in the
Emergency Department. In addition to interacting with various members of the medical team, I
documented many elements of the patients chart for a D.O.. However, my more memorable
experiences were in observing a D.O.s bedside manner. She would interact with a patient,
informing and educating a patient on his or her emergent complaint. These observations
cemented my desires to pursue an osteopathic education.