Gregory House, PA-C: Let's Get Real

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Let's Get Real

I've been doing a lot of reading of what is required of people to join the military. One of the biggest things is that you have to be ready and willing to get shot and killed. This sounds like a bunch of bullshit. You think that all those kids coming out of high school have really thought about getting shot and killed seriously?

I ask a question like: what is the likelihood of getting seriously harmed as an Army Medical Specialist (PA) Officer and these are the answers I get. YOU MUST BE READY AND WILLING TO BE KILLED. This is not helpful for the logically inclined. Yes, I'm aware of the dangers. Could you please answer my question now?

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Here's the Deal

I was a very confused child in the beginning. First I was into psychology, then it was forensics, then I wanted to do medschool, then osteopathic medschool. Finally, I had a moment of clarity and decided on Physician Assistant school because above all else, I enjoy having a life.

I did the college thing and have a B.S. in Biomedical Science to prove it. My next step was getting a job. After 10 days of searching I landed a Medical Assistant job. The most satisfying part of this was how infuriated my friends got with the brevity of my job search.

The job tore me down. I was almost fired within the first 2 weeks for reasons that are unclear. I was made to feel useless and hopeless. This was a good thing. I learned how to take uncalled for harassment. In the end I became the go to person to train new assistants. Most importantly I developed tough skin and am all the more prepared for school. Speaking of which, against all odds, (17 rejections and 1 acceptance) I got accepted by my top choice Master's program for Physician Assistant Studies.

The current challenges that face me: 1. Getting through PA school, 2. (the more difficult) Evolving into an Urban dweller from my strong Suburban roots.

Other special things to make note of: gay, TV addict, evolutionary psychology enthusiast, champion giver of advice and wise Buddha in training.