The document is a presentation by Michelle A. Finkel, MD and founder of Insider Medical Admissions, responding to a question about using a "wacky perspective" in a personal statement. Dr. Finkel cautions that medical schools only give applicants one chance to make an impression, so an unconventional personal statement could hurt one's application. She recommends focusing the personal statement on sharing relevant experiences and qualities instead of trying to stand out in a risky way.

1. Personal Statement
Russian Roulette #1
Guru on the Go©
Presented by
Michelle A. Finkel, MD

2. Q: I'm a creative non-conformist, and my wacky
perspective defines my personal statement.
Thoughts?
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3. A:You only get one bullet.
Don't use it to shoot yourself in the foot.
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6. Get more information at
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Michelle A. Finkel, MD
Founder, Insider Medical Admissions
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7. Get more information at
www.InsiderMedicalAdmissions.com
Michelle A. Finkel, MD
Founder, Insider Medical Admissions
Follow me on @InsiderMedical
www.InsiderMedicalAdmissions.com