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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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Nicole left a career in business to go back to school full-time. Now as a medical student and mother of two, she wants to tell other parents it's possible.
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Breaking Through Barriers
A daughter of immigrants, Osose witnessed the complexities of navigating the healthcare system from an early age and felt called to pursue a career in medicine.
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Career Changers
After working as a nurse and professor for 30 years, and taking the MCAT exam 5 times, Renee is in medical school pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a doct
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Career Changers
After a career in the church, Suzanne decided to pursue medicine at the age of 48. She says you're never too old to live your dreams.
Rev. Suzanne Watson
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.
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Breaking Through Barriers
Brandi suffered from imposter syndrome in medical school. But her twin sister, who was going through medical school at the same time, served as her biggest insp
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Breaking Through Barriers
Both Brittani and her sister are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of diverse doctors.
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Career Changers
Carl started medical school after owning an automotive repair business for twenty-five years. He says it's never too late to do something you're passionate abou
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Career Changers
His father's illness inspired Eric to leave his engineering career to pursue medicine.
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