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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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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
Inspiring Stories
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.
Juliet Siena Okoroh
Inspiring Stories
At first, Cesar couldn't apply to medical school due to his status as an undocumented immigrant. Now he's in a MD-PhD program. Read his story.
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Inspiring Stories
Justin's two unsuccessful application cycles allowed him to have gap year experiences that confirmed medicine was right for him.
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Inspiring Stories
How Dani balances rabbinic studies, parenthood, and medical school.
Dani Sova
Breaking Through Barriers
A cardiac doctor shares his journey in hopes of encouraging more minority students to become doctors.
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Inspiring Stories
Growing up in Indonesia, Christina noticed her community's lack of access to health care. Learn more about her journey to medicine.
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