Hi there,
Whatever you write, remember that your personal statement is your opportunity to put something on paper that will convince an admissions committee that you would be an asset to their freshman class. These are your words about your desire to practice medicine. What brought you to this point? Why are you doing this? What keeps you going long after the business majors are sleeping? What characteristics do you have that might serve you well as a physician?
After you have written your “masterpiece” let at least five people who know you well, read and critique your statment. Take their comments under advisement. Incorporate what you need and don’t worry about the rest.
When you are done, put the personal statement away for at least a week and revisit it. Does it make sense? Is this what you want to represent you on paper? Does it truly reflect your feelings and not what you think the committee wants to hear?
You can start writing your PS at any point. The more drafts, the better.
Natalie 