Student Success Statement

“Our very business in life is not to get ahead of other… but to get ahead of ourselves.”

Thomas S. Monson

Reflection: This quote by Thomas S. Monson is something I agree with one hundred percent. Things in life should not be about being competitive but doing it for you and knowing that you’ll be getting ahead of others faster. It’s always good to be mindful of others and not trying to do everything better than other people. 

Allopathic Physician (M.D.)

Duties & Responsibilities: Obtain medical history, order, interpret, and perform diagnostic tests. The physician also administers treatment for people who have injuries or disease. They also council people and conduct medical research.

Salary: $93,000

Education: 4 years of medical school, and 3-8 years of internship and residency

Reflection: I don’t think I would want to be an allopathic physician. The job seems to boring and studying medicine is not in my favor at all. They make a good salary but I know I could probably find a better job that doesn’t have to be in the medical field. 

By Elvis Presley

If I could be you, if you could be me

For just one hour, if we could find a way

To get inside each other’s mind

If you could see you through my eyes

Instead your own ego

I believe you’d be

I believe you’d be surprised to see

That you’ve been blind

Walk a mile in my shoes

Just walk a mile in my shoes

Before you abuse, criticize and accuse

Then walk a mile in my shoes

Now if we spend the day

Throwin’ stones at one another

‘Cause I will think, ‘cause I will think

To wear my hat the same way you do

Well, I may be common people

But I’m your brother

And when you strike out

You’re tryin’ to hurt me

It’s hurtin’ you, Lord how mercy

Now there are people on reservations’

And out in the ghetto

And whether they’re for the grace of god

Or you and I,

If I only had wings of a little angel

Don’t you know, I’d fly

To the top of the mountain

And then I’d cry, cry, cry

Reflection: The poem and Elvis Presley’s song are very positive. They actually have a very important meaning to it. I Also completely agree with what they both state. We all judge we all do stuff we shouldn’t do, but we all learn out of it and try to better ourselves. 

Elvis Presley

“Walk a Mile in My Shoes”

By Elvis Presley

“You never really understand a person until you consider thing from his point of view... until you climb into his skin and walk around it.”

       To Kill A Mockingbird

Student Success Statement

“True wealth is of the heart, not of the purse”

Og Mandino

Reflection: This quote is very heart warming and creative. This quote actually speaks of a very important topic. Now in days people actually believe that having the most expensive materialistic things in life actually mean something and it doesn’t. This quote actually reminds me that no matter what I do in life to stay humble and not act like something I’m not. Also to not forget where I come from and the struggles I have as in right now.

Allergist / Immunologist

 Duties & Responsibilities: Treat allergic diseases and immunological disorders in patients. Find the allergic irritants that trigger immune responses in the body. Diagnose and treat allergic reactions.

Salary: $199,068 – $330,653  

Education: 4 years of premedical education at a college or university and completing undergraduate classes in biology, English, and humanities, science, inorganic, and organic chemistry.

Reflection: I don’t think I would want to be an allergist. Being an allergist does earn you money but it sounds dull and something I’m not interested in. I’m also not all into all that medical stuff and It bores me. 

Student Success Statement

“Real wealth is not so much what we have as what we are.”

Sterling W. Sill

Reflection: This statement by Sterling W. Sill is very positive. This quote actually means something very important and kind of makes me think of life and what I take for granted. I completely agree with this quote I think people should apply it in their daily lives and go with it. This Is a perfect example of how people should live life and not worry about the materialistic things in life that are basically irrelevant and not making them successful.

Acupuncture

Duties and Responsibilities: Acupuncturist use needles to point them specifically in your body to alleviate pain and redirect energy flow. They also develop a personal treatment that focuses on your body’s overall health.

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

Education: You need a bachelor’s degree and a solid science background to begin graduate level of acupuncture. You also can take programs to get your master’s degree.

Reflection: Being an acupuncturist is something I would not like to do in life. I really hate needles and the whole concept of them. I know I can do better than becoming an acupuncturist, and I can find a better job I suppose. This particular job never has gotten my attention in general and it seems too dull for me.

Acupressure

Duties and Responsibilities: An Acupressurist is a licensed practioner who’s trained to insert needles in patient’s skin in order to target locations and treat pain and disorders. Acupuncturist’s also provide therapy and prescribe herbal treatments to patients.

Salary: $23,300 – $98,620

Education: To become an Acupressurist you must receive and undergraduate degree of four years through college and major in science also taking anatomy and physiology related courses. It’s also required to take formal training to become an acupressurist.

Reflection: I don’t think this would be something I would like to study or major on. The human anatomy is nothing I would want to expand my knowledge on because it just does not interest me generally. It can be a good job for other people but I don’t think sticking needles in other people’s body can satisfy me enough. Other than that, the salary is pretty good but I have other goals in life I want to achieve. 

Reflection

My first week here at hpiam has been good but kind of a blur at the same time. I'm currently a junior and its currently hectic not only because i need to adjust to a new environment, but because i feel like i need to start all over again. I miss my old high school and everyone over there but change is good and its always better to stick to positivity and make the best out of everything. Theres nothing i can't say to complaint about my first week here but all i can do is adjust and start forming new friendships with the students and teachers and quit being so shy and quiet. Hopefully i meet the requirements they have here and adapt to my new classes other than that i wish the best of luck to me and all the students here.

Student Success Statement

“Education is the latchkey to success in life.”

Gordon B. Hinckley

Reflection: This quote actually gives a positive vibe. I think it’s a good statement to have for positivity and determination in education. Obviously to have a great life you need to be educated and I think this works to push someone to do good and achieve educational goals.

Ophthalmologist

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment of eye disorders and diseases. They treat vision problems and write prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglass lenses. When necessary, they perform eye surgery. Most ophthalmologists are in private practice, however some are employed by hospitals or clinics, and others perform research.

Average Salary: $90,000 - $150,000

Educational Requirements:

Only physicians may study to become ophthalmologist. After completing medical school and internship, an ophthalmologist must than complete a three to five year residency in an approved ophthalmology program. After completing their residency program they must pass an examination to be certified.

Reflection:  I honestly don’t think being an ophthalmologist will be something I’d like. The human eye does not interest me a lot and I know I will get bored of it. I also think that to become an ophthalmologist it takes too much time and time is something I cannot manage so I’d stick to something a little less complex because I’m also aware of my abilities and the human eye is not for me.  

Student Success Statement

“Decisions determine destiny.”

Thomas S. Monson

This statement applies to me because I am a determined person  and I push myself to reach the goals I have in life. This statement is very positive and it makes you reflect on what you want in life. It also makes you want to make the right choices and to know that every decision you make impacts your life not only educationally but personally. 

                Psychiatrist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Psychiatrists are physicians who specialize in the problems of mental illness. As physicians, they are licensed to use a wide variety of treatment sand may write prescriptions. Psychiatrists may work for the government, have their own private practice, or work in hospitals, clinics, or universities. These duties include:

·       Designing treatment programs.

·       Conducting psychotherapy sessions.

·       Prescribing potent mental illness drugs.

·       Supervising electrotherapy treatments.

·       Conducting research.

·       Leading a team of mental health care providers.

Average Salary: $90,000 - $200,000

Educational Requirements: Bachelors, Masters, Ph.D. degrees

In addition to completing the requirements for a degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine, psychiatrists must complete an intensive three year presidency in psychiatry.

Reflection: I don’t think I would want to be a psychiatrist because of the hard work it takes to become one. Being a psychiatrist is really not in my interest, or something I want to go to school for, or to become in life.