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There's a story behind every application. Read about some of the inspiring journeys others have made from applicant to medical student to physician.

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Sarah talks about overcoming her illness and tells others that it's okay get to medical school on their own timeline.
Sarah Mongiello Bernstein
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How Shani and her husband coordinate their schedules so that she can achieve her dreams of being a great parent and doctor.
Shani Muhammad
Inspiring Stories
A member of the Cherokee Nation, learn about Stephanie Hope Smith's path to medicine.
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Steven was admitted to medical school on his third application cycle. His advice for others is to apply broadly and that patience and persistence are key.
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Inspiring Stories
Subha founded a women’s health seminar for female Bangladeshi-Americans to help mitigate health disparities and to promote the prevention of disease.
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Tiffany had a brain tumor removed during college. After a lot of hard work, she started medical school eight years later.
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Feeling limited in his role as a teacher, Tyler decided to pursue medicine to help those without easy access to health care.
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Career Changers
Haidn changed careers to go to medical school, and now balances research and advocacy to make the medical field more inclusive and supportive for LGBTQ+ student
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Career Changers
Jaclyn left her career in finance to pursue a career in medicine. Now she balances medical school with being a parent.
Jaclyn Dovico
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Growing up in St. Lucia, Jacquelyn witnessed social and economic hardships that inspired her to become a physician.
Jacquelyn K. Francis