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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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

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.

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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Alexa M. Mieses

Alexa M. Mieses shares her journey to medical school as a first-generation college student.

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Issac Duggan

Issac Duggan shares his journey to medical school.

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Isiah Duggan

Isiah Duggan shares his path to medical school.

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Shira Lanyi

Shira Lanyi shares her journey to medical school

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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.