Passionate EMT Seeking PA Program with Cardiology Focus
- Robert Edinger
- Nov 19, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Jan 11

As a child, I was deeply affected when my cousin passed away due to congenital aortic stenosis. This heartbreak stayed with me, especially as I witnessed many underprivileged heart patients in India who lacked proper medical care. I view medical caregivers as noble, which inspired me to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant (PA). I have started my studies as a paramedic and am eager to demonstrate my academic abilities in a challenging program like yours.
I have volunteered at a hospital and later with an ambulance service, where I had the privilege of treating a diverse range of patients with unique challenges. I am hopeful to be accepted into your PA program because of the immense joy I find in connecting with people and addressing their medical needs.
From a young age, I aspired to contribute to society as a healthcare worker. I eagerly pursued Physical Sciences and earned my undergraduate degree in Biological Science, taking on extra coursework to complete my degree in three years, during which I also became a licensed EMT.
As a certified EMT, I provided initial patient diagnoses and performed emergency medical procedures. The skills I developed were rooted in my natural abilities to connect with people and empathize with their pain, enabling effective treatment. Having the honor of saving lives, I am grateful for the chance to give back to my community and help those in dire need.
After deciding to become a PA, I shadowed Ms. XXXX for a week during her shifts. This experience deepened my appreciation for the role's importance and challenges. I learned the value of spending quality time with patients, ensuring they feel comfortable sharing information for accurate diagnoses, and maintaining open communication to facilitate healing.
I believe that being an outstanding PA demands boundless passion, which is my greatest strength. I am most fulfilled by direct and continuous patient interaction, cherishing the PA's role in spending significant time with patients, which is where I excel.
I am particularly interested in cardiology research and aim to specialize as a PA working with a renowned cardiologist. I am excited about recent clinical trials exploring alternatives to transplants using LVAD or RVAD wire. I am convinced these promising techniques will eventually make healthcare more effective, less invasive, and more affordable.
The Physician Assistant program at XXU offers a well-structured curriculum that combines academic learning with supervised clinical practice across various disciplines. I am excited about the opportunity to study each of these areas. In clinical practice, I hope to build on my volunteer, EMT, and shadowing experiences while learning about diverse perspectives, strategies, and technological advancements for advanced medical care.
The MS program at XXU will equip me with the education and experience needed to become a PA at a hospital, interacting with diverse patients. During your program, I also plan to dedicate significant time to studying cardiology, particularly advancements in heart surgery, to prepare for a dynamic career at the forefront of cardiology.
In the long term, I aspire to move into a management role at a cutting-edge heart hospital, contributing to research in cardiology and surgery. This would be deeply fulfilling for me. I also aim to help bring healthcare to the underprivileged, achieving the highest levels of professional success and fulfilling promises I made to myself for my career.
Thank you for considering my application to your esteemed program.
Passionate EMT Seeking PA Program with Cardiology Focus


