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Describe a person you know who has chosen a career in the medical field (e.g. a doctor, a nurse): IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who he/she is
  • What he/she does
  • Why he/she chose this career
  • And explain how you feel about him/her
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Cue 1:Who he/she is

  • Begin by introducing the person, including their name and relationship to you.
  • Mention any relevant background information that highlights their character or personality.

Example

The person I want to talk about is my cousin, Dr. Anjali Sharma. She is a dedicated and compassionate doctor who specializes in pediatrics. Growing up together, I always admired her determination and kindness.

Cue 2:What he/she does

  • Describe the specific role or position they hold in the medical field.
  • Include details about their daily responsibilities and the type of patients they work with.

Example

Dr. Anjali works at a local hospital in Delhi, where she treats children with various health issues. Her daily routine involves examining patients, diagnosing illnesses, and providing treatment plans. She also educates parents on how to maintain their children's health.

Cue 3:Why he/she chose this career

  • Share the motivations or experiences that led them to pursue a career in medicine.
  • Highlight any personal stories or influences that inspired their decision.

Example

Anjali chose to become a doctor because she has always had a passion for helping others. As a child, she often volunteered at health camps and witnessed the impact of medical care on people's lives. This experience solidified her desire to make a difference in children's health.

Cue 4:And explain how you feel about him/her

  • Express your admiration or respect for the person and their career choice.
  • Mention any specific qualities that you appreciate about them.

Example

I feel incredibly proud of Anjali for her commitment to her profession. Her empathy and dedication to her patients inspire me. I admire how she balances her demanding job with her personal life, always making time for family and friends.

Conclusion

  • Summarize the key points about the person and their impact on you.
  • End with a positive note about the importance of their career in society.

Example

In conclusion, Dr. Anjali Sharma is not just a skilled doctor but also a role model for many. Her work in the medical field is vital, and I believe that people like her are essential for the well-being of our community.

Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

Tips to answer this Cue Card

1: Avoid Vague Descriptions

Using vague language can make your answer less engaging. It’s important to provide specific details about the person and their career to create a clearer picture for the examiner.

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Tip

Include specific examples of what the person does in their job and unique qualities that make them stand out.

2: Neglecting Personal Feelings

Failing to express your feelings about the person can make your response seem incomplete. Personal reflections add depth and show your connection to the topic.

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Tip

Share a personal story or experience that illustrates your feelings about the person and their career choice.

Overly Technical Language

Using too much technical jargon can confuse the examiner and detract from your overall message. It’s essential to communicate clearly and understandably.

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Tip

Use simple language to explain the medical field and focus on the person's impact rather than technical terms.

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He is a doctor whose name is Dr. Devil Livingstone. He is a multi-specialist, a surgeon who worked for African people and their welfare. He is full of good and spiritual values. He sacrificed all of his life in his medical field to help people who are in sick and needy. He is also known as Star of Africa. He is a doctor with full of sacrifices and where we could learn a great love, a helping nature and also lot of things like even I want to become a doctor like him so that I could serve people with all of my heart, with love and be such great as he is.

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Well, I'm going to be talking about myself today. I am Ram and I am a pharmacist. I chose to study the medical field because I was interested in this field. I feel so happy when I help people, especially sick people. I feel very happy when they become in good health. Now I am a pharmacist working at the hospital pharmacy and I help a lot of people and I am so proud of myself to do that. At college it was very difficult to study because we have a lot of materials. It is heavy and difficult, but it's worth it.

Band 6-7

The person which I am going to talk about, her name is Gayatri Tandon and she was my friend since my childhood. We have done our plus 2 grade together and after that she went to a medical college as she wants to become a doctor just like his father. Her father is a cardiologist and he is very renowned in my hometown so she also wants to become like her father. Her mother is also a PhD holder though she is not pursuing anything in doctorate line but she has a degree of PhD which is a good source of education and it's a good thing to have in your portfolio. Moreover, Gayatri has done her PhD from Germany. She went to Germany in 2015 and last year she completed her PhD. Now she is under training in Germany itself and I feel very proud that one of my friends has been to such a dignified position and she is a renowned person in our friend circle. It gives me immense joy and pleasure to know that one of my friends is having such a good position in her life.

Band 6-7

I am going to tell about one of my friend. He is in medical field. He is a nurse. In childhood also, particularly he has interest to do help for anyone needed. In addition to that, he is joined JRC to service the people. Further, he is the best serviceman of our school and also he awarded for his service to plant the hundred trees. He always told that save trees, save water. Now he is working in a reputed hospital and well salary. He also helping his family. He is the breadwinner of his family.

Band 6-7

For a person who was chosen a career in the medical field would be my brother. I'm very much close to my brother and I'm glad that he did get into this field. So all of this started when he was in his higher education. He had a keen interest in choosing science as his main subject. So when he entered into his intermediate education he chose biology as his main stream. After his completion of intermediate education he applied for his NEET examination for which he studied very hard and he gave his best for the exam. Although he didn't perform well in the final exam because of which he could not choose MBBS as his course, he ultimately decided to choose a degree in Bachelor of Dental Sciences. Although he was disappointed in this particular course, he gradually showed interest because of the interesting courses it had. So he is doing very well in his MBBS. He completed it one year ago and he was very much happy about the score he got in his final examinations. He performed exceptionally well in his internship which would be his fifth year. Joining the Bachelors in Dental Sciences gave him a lot more opportunities and it has given him a wide spectrum of opportunities. So he was preparing to open up his own practice but he did step back from that decision and he chose to continue his education in post-graduation. So I am very much happy for him that he chose dentistry as his main field.

Band 6-7

One of my closest person and he is my brother, he has completed his intermediate in biology, physics and chemistry and after that he has given an examination in the NEET and he did say that he did very well in the exam but unfortunately he didn't meet the criteria which is needed to join into an MBBS so out of no other choices available, he chose to study BDS which is Bachelors in Dental Sciences and he was also glad that he chose this and he was really, he was keenly interested in this subject and he was very enthusiastic about doing this and although he was disappointed that he couldn't get into the MBBS, he was very much happy that he did join the dental college. He had various different subjects in this course and he was looking forward to learning and evolving every day in this field and after his four years of course in the BDS, he continued into the fifth year which was the internship and he had done exceptionally well in this course and right now he wanted to practice for himself as a freelancing or he also wanted to work under another dentist but unfortunately he had to complete his PG to work in a job and he did exceptionally well in his internship and this did give him a head start to join a PG and I was very much happy and glad that he chose this path and I really look forward to seeing him as a dentist.

Band 6-7

My maternal uncle has chosen a career of doctor when he was in grade 9. He lived in his hometown Jammu, now he is residing in US. After qualifying all the required examinations which are necessary for practicing doctor in United States of America, one of his friend's father was doctor when he was in grade 9. The uncle inspired him a lot and he get encouraged, suddenly in his mind he thought of to become a doctor. Throughout his studies, he was not good at all, even he is being a below average student in his academic career. But one day when he met with his uncle, he was a prominent doctor in Jammu and Kashmir state which is my uncle's native state. So when he had a meeting with him, he literally inspired him that being a doctor, it was a blessing in disguise for the person who are sick and who are not able to move to any beneficial hospital where they can treat their cells. So they feel like it's a good feeling for him. He was now on cloud 9.

Band 6-7

My cousin named Fahima, she is a nurse. She currently works in a hospital and lives in London. Talking back about her past, she wanted to become a doctor. But it could not happen due to some financial problems and she had to resort to become a nurse. But even though, that never broke her spirit. She worked really hard and within a year she managed to become head nurse in her hospital. Watching her always makes me realize that even though there might be ups and downs coming and going in her life, but this should not break us down. We can achieve great things, doesn't matter where we are working or what we are into. Just working hard is the key.

Band 6-7

Okay, so one of my cousin, one of my cousin, she is actually pursuing her master's in MBBS. She's pursuing her MD in MBBS in abroad. So she, from childhood, I've seen her, her passion for medical field and her interest towards this particular area. So it's been a while since she has left the place and I've been missing her a lot of time. We used to, during childhood, we used to play together, we used to hang out and we chill. We studied in the same schools and yeah, we definitely studied in different universities. But yeah, I guess it was a dream to get into any medical colleges, medical field and it was really her passion. I've seen her struggle a lot of getting into this and I'm really proud of her. So it's been a while since she's gone to those universities and yes, I really do miss her. And the reason she chose this career was because her parents, that is my uncle and aunt, they were in the same field and she has seen them overall through her growing stage, doing the work and everything. So in that way, she took up this job and I mean, took up this as her career option. Yeah, it was while, I've seen her struggle too much for the same and yeah, that's it.

Band 6-7

Well, since my childhood to this present time, I have met and admired countless people. However, sometime my experience was not up to the mark, but majority time I was over the moon. Today, I would like to talk about one of my close friend Ananya. She is a dedicated doctor in a reputed hospital. Ananya is my university friend. Our paths crosses at university days. She chose this career because of her desire to help others. She loves to read medical journals and classic literature because it helps her to stay updated and relaxed. Also, I will remember recently she made a remarkable decision on a remote area on a medical emergency for the volunteer which shows her selflessness and dedication towards his profession. Apart from this, Ananya also encouraged me to follow my dream to become a story writer. And thanks to her support, I got my first article published on renowned website. Sometimes I feel that knowing Ananya is a blessing for me because she always has a great idea. Especially about healthcare. If I get a chance to study healthcare with Ananya, I will never miss a boat because she is very knowledgeable and passionate. And having a friend like him in my life is a blessing. And I feel very fortunate that she is my friend and I always admire his company. And also she is very kind and humble and always keen to help others and me as well. So this is the time.
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