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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Breaking Through Barriers

Brandi Jackson

Brandi suffered from imposter syndrome in medical school, but her twin sister, also in medical school, served as her biggest inspiration.

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Brent Monseur

Brent's interest in space exploration and reproductive health led him to a specialty in Aerospace Gynecology.

Career Changers

Carl Allamby

Carl started medical school after owning an automotive repair business for twenty-five years. He says it's never too late to follow your passion.

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Chanel Fischetti

I wanted to be a doctor since my school’s 5th grade career fair. A cardiologist visitted and showed us videos of the heart, and I was fascinated.

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Chigozirim Ekeke

After being discouraged and teased about his Nigerian heritage growing up, Chigozirim shares his journey to medical school with students from his hometown.

Overcoming Illness

Claudia Martinez

Claudia has had multiple hospitalizations, brain surgeries, and health issues throughout medical school but has finished her second year. Her advice to premeds

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Clay Downey

Clay had a business degree, no science prerequisites, and no experience in a health care setting, but he decided to pursue a career in medicine anyway.

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Damien M. Luviano, MD

Born with a physical handicap and growing up in poverty, Dr. Luviano overcame many obstacles to join the U.S. Army and then become an ophthalmologist.