I have always been able to read and assimilate new information quickly and efficiently. In my second year of medical school, my classmates joked that I knew everything Robbins had to say on any given subject. No one felt that they had the time to read a thick textbook in addition to our course load, but the book was critical to my overall understanding of disease processes, and helped to satisfy my intellectual curiosity. I have proven my organizational skills and my attention to detail by successfully carrying out a retrospective chart review on beta-blockers and infantile hemangiomas. But, I understand it takes more than intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and medical knowledge to become successful in this field. I also have the ability to connect, communicate, and work well with others. My performance evaluations from third year clerkships consistently praised my teamwork and interpersonal skills. I believe that these qualities, reinforced by a strong academic foundation, will allow me to be an effective and productive resident, one who consistently meets and exceeds the expectations of my