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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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Career Changers
The Rev. Suzanne Watson
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.
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Career Changers
Haidn Foster
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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Breaking Through Barriers
V. Antoine Keller, MD
A cardiac doctor shares his journey in hopes of encouraging more minority students to become doctors.
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Breaking Through Barriers
Brittani James
Both Brittani and her sister are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of diverse doctors.
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Inspiring Stories
Issac Duggan
Issac Duggan shares his journey to medical school.
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Inspiring Stories
Deena Ragab Mohamed
Her sister's cancer diagnosis, an unsuccessful first application cycle, and a pivot to study aviation were all milestones along Deena’s path to medicine.
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Inspiring Stories
Shira Lanyi
Shira Lanyi shares her journey to medical school
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Inspiring Stories
Leslie Pensa
Leslie was diagnosed with ADHD during her first year of medical school and wants to remind others to never be afraid to ask for help.
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Inspiring Stories
Kristian Black
As a first-generation college student and an African American male from the deep South, Kristian was inspired by the need for more diversity in medicine.
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Inspiring Stories
Kendrick Williams
After shadowing radiation oncologists, Kendrick decided to change careers to pursue medicine thanks to the support of his wife and daughter.
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