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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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Inspiring Stories
After shadowing radiation oncologists, Kendrick decided to change careers to pursue medicine thanks to the support of his wife and daughter.
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Kofi's work with children with terminal illnesses led him to pursue an MD and a PhD
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As a first-generation college student and an African American male from the deep South, Kristian was inspired by the need for more diversity in medicine.
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Alexa M. Mieses shares her journey to medical school as a first-generation college student.
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Allison got accepted on her fourth application to medical school. She shares mistakes from her first three applications and how she stayed motivated.
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Because of her interest in biology, law enforcement, and death investigation, Amber knew in high school she wanted to be a forensic pathologist.
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Analise, the first in her family to attend college, changed career paths from psychiatric research to medicine because she was inspired to work with patients.
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Dr. Cruz, a music major and pianist, was inspired to pursue medicine by the uninsured population experiencing homelessness in his hometown.
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Brent's interest in space exploration and reproductive health have led him to a specialty in Aerospace Gynecology.
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Determination and motivation are more important in determining success than the time in your life that you start medical school.
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