personal insights Flashcards
1
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Why should patients trust you?
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- loyal, good intentions
- will always act in their best interest
- will respect them and their autonomy
- will never harm them
- will always offer my help where i can
- keep their information confidential
- obtain their informed consent
- will treat all patients fairly, avoid biases
- always be honest with patients
2
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Are you good at simplifying ideas?
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-break down complex ideas into smaller chunks
- explain each chunk thoroughly and slowly
e.g. explaining UDA system to family- bands, changes to band 2, challenges
- important to simplify complex info to patients e.g. root canal
Explain clearly, in everyday language not complex medical terms
Important patients understand fully what you are saying so you can obtain informed consent
Open yourself up to questions, give time for them to think about the information
3
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How would your friends describe you?
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- trustworthy- can confide in me- important for patients to trust dentist to carry out procedures, also confide in dentist and raise their concerns, protect patient confidentiality
- respectful- always respect their choices- respect patient autonomy
- loving- put their best interests first- beneficence, do what’s in best interests of patients, never harm them, care for them
- welcoming- can talk to easily- important to work in team as dentist, be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues
- fair- treat people equally- avoid biases as a dentist, treat all patients equally
4
Q
What are your best qualities?
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- caring- always want whats best for others
- loyal- supportive of everybody
- friendly and outgoing- can socialise with new people easily
- determined and hard-working
5
Q
How do you manage stress?
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- talk to friend or family- helps to get weight off shoulders
- do something to forget my stress- e.g. gym, art
- organise my time- lists
- take a break- rest day
e.g. exams- make to do lists, timetables and schedule in time to do things i enjoy
6
Q
How can you illustrate to us that you are a good leader?
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- organising bake sales- designating roles, talking in assemblies, choosing the charity
- important to be able to lead a team as a dentist, fairly distribute roles, be kind and open
7
Q
can you provide an example of a time when you demonstrated resilience?
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- stephen spender comp
- first year failed
- second year retried and won out of three winners
- reflected on what i could’ve done better the 1st time- made 2nd a bit more personal and meaningful
- chose a poem that was meaningful to me and i could draw in my own experiences
8
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Give us an example of a time when you demonstrated teamwork
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- charity committee
- cake sale- each person had a different role- stalls, baking, selling etc..
- regular meetings to talk through events & collaborate ideas- movie night, raffle, disco
OR
Medical crafts
9
Q
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
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strengths:
- caring, loving, friendly- work well in team
- determined and hard-working
weaknesses:
- public speaking and leading
10
Q
How would you handle complaints and criticisms?
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- accept complaints & criticisms- view them as feedback to help me improve
- reflect know what i did wrong, how to prevent re-occuring
11
Q
What’s your favourite medium as an artist?
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textiles- needle and thread, embroidery, making jewellery
painting & drawing- steady hand
12
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Tell us about an article you have recently read.
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13
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- How do you approach time management and prioritisation?
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- LISTS- lots of to do lists- helps organise my day
- RAG lists- red being urgent, green being less important
- timetables- good for revision
e.g. homework in the week, red for short deadlines, green for notes i can make in my own times
14
Q
- What do you believe are the most important personal qualities of a successful dentist and how do you embody those qualities?
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- respectful- must respect patient autonomy- i support and respect my friends’ decisions
- caring- want to care for the patient- i look after friends and offer my help
- kind- speak kindly to patients- i speak nicely to my friends
- loving- beneficence and non-maleficence- i want what is best for friends
15
Q
- Can you describe a time when you had to overcome a difficult obstacle or challenge?
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- burnout in UCAT summer- tired, unmotivated
- took day off- beach, relax, saw friends and family
16
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- How do you approach self-reflection and personal growth?
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- approach with an open mind- always accepting feedback to help me improve
- self reflection good for realising mistakes and learning how to prevent them reoccuring- help us become better, treat others better
17
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- Can you describe a time when you had to demonstrate empathy and compassion towards someone in need?
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- syrian refugee families settle in reigate, meeting lots with them
- ninar & leen- help with school, applying to college, open days
18
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- How do you approach managing conflict and difficult conversations in your personal and professional life?
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- plan what i’ll say
- right environment- quiet
- talk through it
- ensure the other persons okay
- provide support
19
Q
- Can you describe a time when you had to be adaptable and flexible in your approach to a problem or situation?
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maybe talk about work experience- going down to car to see patient?
20
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- What do you believe are the most important skills for a successful dentist and how do you develop and maintain those skills?
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- empathy- be kind to all
- communication- talk through ideas
- teamwork- co-operate with others’ ideas
- leadership
21
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- How do you approach developing and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and patients?
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- communicate well, co-operate, accept criticisms
- develop trust
- be their friend- support them
22
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- Describe a time when you had to work collaboratively with others to achieve a goal.
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- charity committee
- regular meetings
- shared ideas
- St Catherine’s hospice project - movie, disco, raffle- raised £5000
23
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- Can you give an example of a situation where you had to manage your time effectively?
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- UCAT summer
- balance UCAT & year 12 work & friends
e.g. brothers grad- whole week, schedules around it
24
Q
- Tell me about a time when you had to handle a high-pressure situation.
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- cake sale- busy
- designated roles to people
- went one at a time
25
Q
- How do you cope with stress and maintain your mental health?
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- do things i enjoy- art, gym
- talk to family/ friends
- write down how i feel
- take rest days
26
Q
- Can you describe a time when you had to take initiative to achieve a goal?
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- bake sale for syria earthquake
- proposed idea to charity leader
- talked in assemblies, made posters
27
Q
- How do you balance your personal and professional life?
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- know when to switch between- at home no work talk
- make time for both work and hobbies
e.g. timetable for revision and also days out
28
Q
- How do you maintain your focus during long and complex procedures?
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- ensure i’m energised- eat well before
- right headspace- clear my mind before
- if losing focus take min to relax and refocus
- take breaks if possible
29
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what are your weaknesses ?
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-public speaking and leading
- nervous talking to large groups
- practiced more public speaking: assemblies, RGS speaks, Ted talks
- more leadership roles: senior prefect, head of charity com
30
Q
tell me about yourself
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