Inspiring Stories

After growing up in an under-served community and surviving a life-threatening car accident, George pursued his dream through hard work, faith, and great medical care.

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

How one medical student balances life as a newlywed and a mother.

Jason's family came to America when he was ten years old, and he was inspired by his mother's work with elderly Korean immigrants. Now he's starting his residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Dr. Ellis, who majored in philosophy in college says, "Keep your eye on the prize, ask for help if you need it, and hold yourself to the highest standard."

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

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.

Chronic pain and hospitalizations exposed Julio to medicine at a young age, now he wants to use his experiences to help others.

Justin's two unsuccessful application cycles allowed him to have gap year experiences that confirmed medicine was right for him, including becoming an EMT, scribing, and doing a cross-country bike tour for charity.

How Kanani applies the skills learned through the arts and her experience working with at-risk youth to her career in medicine.

Dr. Cawcutt, who was a first generation college student, says her story proves that it does not matter who you are or what your background is – you can succeed at becoming a physician.

After shadowing radiation oncologists, Kendrick decided to change careers to pursue medicine thanks to the support of his wife and daughter.

Dr. Pho explains how he divides his day between blogging, writing for mainstream publications, seeing patients, and spending time with his family.

Kofi's work with children with terminal illnesses led him to pursue an MD and a PhD