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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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Inspiring Stories
Ryan Gamlin
After having a career on the business side of medicine, Ryan decided he wanted to become a doctor to make a real impact on people and communities.
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Overcoming Illness
Adam Benjamin
Adam's Crohn’s disease diagnosis at the age of nine, and knowing that so many others struggle with the disease, has motivated him to pursue a career in medicine
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Overcoming Illness
Ahmad Hider
After his younger brother was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, Ahmad was inspired to go to medical school to be a voice for those living with chronic illness.
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Breaking Through Barriers
Aisa Iyawe
Aisa, an immigrant who experienced homelessness after moving to the US, says her hardships provided opportunities for growth and motivated her to become a docto
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Inspiring Stories
Alexa M. Mieses
Alexa M. Mieses shares her journey to medical school as a first-generation college student.
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Inspiring Stories
Alex Gannon
As a gay and transgender med student, Alex tells applicants it's okay to be themselves when applying and selecting a medical school.
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Inspiring Stories
Allison Lyle
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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Inspiring Stories
Amber Rae Wang
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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Career Changers
Ana Jimenez
A former nurse, and mother of 3, Ana decided it wasn't too late to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor.
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Inspiring Stories
Analise McGreal
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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