The human body is such an advanced machine that there is a science dedicated to its structure and maintenance: medicine. There are so many things that can go wrong with us and with so many parts of us that there are several branches of this science ranging from cardiology (study of the heart) to urology (study of the urinary system) to oncology (study of cancer). . From a very young age, I wanted to get into this field of study; My whole life so far has been dedicated to achieving my goal. Through my personal experiences with cancer and observing people around me becoming ill and even passing away, my passion for medicine and science in general solidified. However, as I spent time researching careers in medicine, particularly doctors, I realized that many things were required of people working in the medical field. Doctors must develop great time management skills, social skills, leadership skills and self-discipline. Time management is very important for everyone, especially for those who prevent and treat diseases. A commonly cited and widely used technique is called the ABC technique, or "priority system" as originally described by Alan Lakein (Brunicardi et al, 1996). By organizing your tasks into categories A, B and C by importance, you are able to accomplish your tasks quickly and efficiently. Another commonly adopted time management system is the natural laws technique (Brunicardi et al, 1996). Originally created by Benjamin Franklin, the natural law technique involves first establishing goals and then working backwards to create a plan to achieve said goals (Brunicardi et al, 1996). This can be done on an annual, monthly, weekly, or even daily basis. This technique preserves ......middle of paper ......all meanings of the term. In conclusion, my internship experience was very enriching in many ways. I was able to see and do things that I would never have been able to experience otherwise. I learned the importance of time management skills, social skills, leadership skills, and self-discipline in careers in medicine. Through the time spent with my mentor, I actually began to consider a profession as a surgeon even more than becoming a doctor in the future. However, what I ultimately decide, only time will tell. This entire project has truly been a wonderful way to learn more about a field of study that I will one day be a part of and has only further solidified my passion for medicine. For those considering a profession, I highly advise finding a mentor to follow, as you never know if this job is one you really want to pursue...