Inspiring Stories

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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Elizabeth Phillips

After studying biomedical engineering, Elizabeth decided to change careers and explored the field of medicine.

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Emily Hayward

Emily battled viral encephalitis for years during college, and now as a MD/PhD student, she reminds premeds that it's okay to ask for help.

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Eric Zuniga

His father's illness inspired Eric to leave his engineering career to pursue medicine.

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Haidn Foster

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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Jaclyn Dovico

Jaclyn left her career in finance to pursue a career in medicine. Now she balances medical school with being a parent.

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Jacquelyn K. Francis

Growing up in St. Lucia, Jacquelyn witnessed social and economic hardships that inspired her to become a physician.

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Jasmine Johnson

How one medical student balances a life as a newlywed, newly med, and a mommy.

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Jason Han

Jason was inspired by his mother’s work as a social worker and decided to go into medicine to help people. Learn more about his journey to medicine.

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Jessica Means

Jessica shares how she balances going to medical school and being a professional pianist.

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Juliet Siena Okoroh

Juliet, a first-generation immigrant to the U.S., started off working her way through community college and took two years off before medical school.

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