Through my research, I realized that genres are important to all discourse communities. Before this study, I did not consider writing skills as valuable in the medical field. Know I realize that knowledge of writing and of genres is vital for nearly every profession. I discovered that Anne Beaufort’s five knowledge domains are truly needed for expert writing in any field. Not only have I used these knowledge domains to complete the English 3010 class, I will also use them in my profession to efficiently convey patient information to other professionals. Knowledge of Anne Beaufort’s five knowledge domains is required for me to perform my future career successfully. As a future doctor, my patient notes would be ineffective at continuing treatment of a patient and my colleagues would view me as a deficient professional.