First Day Of Medical School

[@estherreyes4461]

I wanna see you reacting to this at the end of your 4th year.

[@ShaunAndersen]

ooooooo I absolutely will!! :D

[@adamhogue4419]

YESSS!!!!

[@lauragarcia666]

as a third year student i listen to your expectations and internally laugh

[@sof8386]

@@lauragarcia666 same 😂😩

[@brandony.1824]

^^

[@maryhamm6970]

I have a friend who was in medical school. And now he’s working in residency in podiatry. He told me about the challenges behind the medical school tests. It’s not about how smart you are, it’s about how much effort your putting into your material. Work hard and I know you will do great!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Absolutely! Hard work beats talent! :) thanks so much for the kind words!

[@fencer1979]

ABSOLUTELY! My mother isn’t a smart person, (she said this herself to me) she gains her success by persevering and STUDYING hard. She is a VERY successful pathologist working in private with a good life style. I am not smart yet I get all A’s cause I study a lersevere a lot. I wanna become a doctor really bad even tho I am only in hs lol

[@rajanbhattypr]

your first couple days is nothing like the later months. There will be ups and downs (more downs). Stick through it and you will be successful

[@ShaunAndersen]

I appreciate the words of wisdom! 🙌

[@hsg2422]

As I was watching this, I felt like a mother hen watching her kid go to first day of school. I have a daughter who’s now a second year med student. Congrats, Shaun, this is a great accomplishment!

[@ShaunAndersen]

That was honestly so sweet :D Congrats to your daughter! You should be so proud of her! Where is she attending? Thank you so so much!! :)

[@hsg2422]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 She attends UNC. You kids are all hardworking and perseverant!

[@JustFatou]

When your girlfriend had to clarify that she’s not your sister, I died 😭 shout-out to her, she’s a real one 👏🏾

[@ShaunAndersen]

🤣🤣 we had a good laugh about it after seeing a couple comments about it!

[@abigailward8970]

Never thought I would have to clarify that HAHAAHA thank you!!💞💜

[@abigailward8970]

It's yuh girl mikkeai8908 out of curiosity... why do I seem like his sister?😂 you’re the third person to comment LOL

[@aqualife88]

@@abigailward8970 I don't see it at all!

[@abigailward8970]

Aqua Life hahahaha THANK YOU!😂💞

[@ignaciohernandez377]

PRO TIP: The security guy in the beginning is the homie. He will help you load stuff if you bring lots of stuff!

[@ShaunAndersen]

He is seriously such a nice guy! He has an awesome attitude every time I have seen him! :D

[@gowtheflo]

I can tell how excited you are and I genuinely wish you the best of luck during these 4 years!! I graduated from nursing school in May, start my ER nursing job in a few weeks, and I'm nervous/excited, but looking back at how hard school was I can definitely now say that it was ALL worth it, and it will be for you too. Stay strong and keep your eye on the prize.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey there!! :) Congrats on finishing nursing school! That is such a huge accomplishment! The ER is a crazy but fun place haha I worked there for a while! You are going to do amazing as a nurse :) congrats again and thank you for the kind words!

[@tamer4273]

Damn your university is next level , so considerate of their students and welcoming , its the small things that matter . Im a second year medical student in Jordan university of science and technology

[@ShaunAndersen]

That is like the main thing so far- they have been so inviting and welcoming. They treat us extremely well! I can already tell I will have a good experience here! Congrats on being in your second year! Maybe you can give me some first year tips :D

[@tamer4273]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 goodluck💪🏻 the only advice is make smart friends from the year above you , they know the system of your university and they can be extremely helpful and guide you

[@smokerx6291]

So are you a doctor yet​@@tamer4273

[@vadimbelinschi2390]

he makes Med school look a lot more exiting that it really is. Reality : wake up, watch online lectures, spacebar 1.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Haha yeah that is pretty much how my day is going today :p

[@abigailward8970]

This is just the beginning mi amore!! Couldn’t be more proud😭❤️ (also everyone I appreciate the comments about my shirt😉)

[@ShaunAndersen]

It is a pretty cool shirt 😏😏❤️

[@sMoCtRo]

In my med school you can start either in August or January and I did in January back in the day. I’m about to finish med school in December and let me tell you, your vlogs are making me quite nostalgic. These are very fond memories that I wish I had on film, only a couple of photos remain of those days. I’m sure they’ve all told you a thousand times over about all the stress, the never ending sleepless nights, the fact than you’ll have time for almost nothing (outside med school related activities) and everything that comes when you choose this path, and they are right. It’s been incredibly demanding and exhausting, both physically and mentally, and it’s been incredibly awesome as well, specially when you actually start working with patients (I could tell 100 stories). But let me tell ya, and every other student starting med school that might read this, it’s been so worth it, all of it and I wouldn’t change a single thing (well, maybe one or two). I hope you learn to enjoy it, even in the middle of it all when you feel overwhelmed, that you enjoy it even then. Best of luck to you all.

[@ShaunAndersen]

This comment. Seriously. I hope EVERYONE in the comments section who is starting Medical School or planning to apply reads this. Thank you so much. This was extremely inspirational. I have heard from so many how hard it will be. I know it will be. That is one reason I chose to document my experiences. Because if I can make anyone else feel more prepared, then I have done my job. You should be extremely proud of the fact that you are almost done. Congratulations on pushing through all of this. I will definitely be needing advice from you throughout the next few years. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@michaelskuce3677]

bless ya so much hard work to become an dr I'm sure in end your get there i hope one day to help teach medical students as one of there body donors as I'm thermally ill young man so decided to give consent to body donation in hope to help teach medical students Anatomy i wish all well in there studies and pray you carry on to become great dr take care

[@Daniyal.Nadeem11]

I recently graduated from med school, love watching your experiences some things are so same and some are really different. Good luck it’s gona be the best time of your life!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

That is awesome!! :D Congrats on finishing med school. What residency are you doing? Thanks for supporting my channel! :) I appreciate it!!

[@Daniyal.Nadeem11]

I’m an IMG, haven’t started my residency yet, I’ll be applying for this year’s internal medicine match in the US. What residency would you like to pursue?

[@carlosc2553]

Congrats on beginning medical school! The next four years of your life will be super challenging but also full of unforgettable memories. Enjoy the process, it will be over before you know it! Trust me, I’m an intern this year and med school flew by! Best of luck in your career future doctor!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Yooo thank you so much for those encouraging words! Congrats on being done with medical school and starting your intern year! Your hard work has payed off! Thank you again! :)

[@Michelle_B.]

Just found your channel and I can’t wait to see what med school has in store for you. I will definitely apply to UNLV Med after my gap year

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks so much for supporting my channel and journey! 🙌🏻 Definitely apply to UNLV! Especially if you have Nevada connections!

[@tinillo1595]

Bro im so excited for you, I already want to be in med school too

[@ShaunAndersen]

You’ll be there soon 🙌🏻🙌🏻 thanks so much bro!

[@drkriseliza]

You're going to LOVE having these videos to look back upon! I wish I had filmed my medical school career and progression... good luck, have fun, enjoy the ride, and remember - NO ONE knows EVERYTHING. You got this!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much for the kind words! :) I really appreciate it! I will definitely look forward to looking back on this videos and hopefully I will have grown and succeeded! 😁

[@comradeshiba1053]

Wow he really hearted and replied to all of these comments.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hahaha I do my best to! :p

[@rexlapis61yearsago5]

Lol I have this anxiety thing that I feel nervous everytime its the first day of school and by just watching this makes me so nervous

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hahah no worries I feel the exactly same way xD

[@ydb1523]

Awesome! I’m a high school senior who just finished a week long medical program where I got exposed to so many health careers and professionals. Now KZbin is recommending stuff like this me so I’m hoping it’s a sign medicine is for me 🤞

[@ShaunAndersen]

Yoooo that is awesome! It is awesome to be starting to think about these things and make connections/resources as you start to move into college! Make sure to get some clinical experience once you start college! :) That will really help you determine if medicine is right for you!

[@justinsmith8537]

Congrats on your first day! It looks like a lot of fun! Just finished applying for medical school 2021 so hopefully I’ll be in your position next year! Can’t wait to see your journey through medical school!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Dude congrats on applying!! :D I am sure you will have tons of success in your application cycle! Good luck with everything!

[@cluelessdevice787]

Just found your channel and this video has already helped ease my nerves about my first day. I start vet school in about a month and I’m super anxious about it, but I’m hoping my school will be as welcoming and helpful as yours!

[@ShaunAndersen]

I am so glad this helped you out! Don't worry about being anxious because every one is! :) But we will all make it through it, one day at a time! :)

[@YourDailyPhysique]

Hey Shaun! Congrats on starting your first day of med school! You have an exciting and fulfilling journey ahead of you. Love to hear that you and your colleagues are already building comradery by wearing the same shirts! You all will do amazing things And we can't wait

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey man thanks so much! :) It was a ton of fun and everyone is so nice and just want to work together which is awesome. It is going to be a fun time!! :)

[@InspiredLifesyle.]

I am in 4th year right now, it's one heck a journey .. my advice to you will be that study but don't give up on stuff that you love the most in the way because then everything goes down way... task management is really important and take a really good take care of your mental health.. take a break when you need to!👍

[@allykeathley]

I'm about to start my fourth year of med school in Texas. You'll do great, enjoy it because I felt like I was in your shoes weeks ago. You got this!

[@ShaunAndersen]

CONGRATS on starting your 4th year!! You should be so proud! That is awesome! Any specialties in mind?! :) Thanks for the kind words and support!

[@allykeathley]

@@ShaunAndersen I'm applying to pediatrics, I'm thinking PICU or NICU right now but just trying to stay open minded! You'll be surprised what you like...I started med school thinking I wanted to be a surgeon and was ready to get my pediatrics rotation in third year "over with". LOL

[@michaelskuce3677]

bless ya so much hard work to become an dr I'm sure in end your get there i hope one day to help teach medical students as one of there body donors as I'm thermally ill young man so decided to give consent to body donation in hope to help teach medical students Anatomy i wish all well in there studies and pray you carry on to become great dr take care

[@LifeIsScience1]

Look up Boards & Beyond, Pathoma and USMLE Step 1 First Aid. Everyone learns differently (personally I don’t like Anki, but some swear by it), but those three were my best friends during the first two years and a lifesaver when it comes to preparing for the step 1. I highly recommend them!! Also, take care of your mental health! It’s normal to feel burned out (especially towards the end of your 2nd year) and have the imposter syndrome, I’m a 6th semester Med student here in Vegas as well and I still feel it at times. But you just have to shake it off and keep pushing forward! Eventually those feelings will subside with time.

[@indigoquartz2060]

Welcome to Med!! Glas you're enjoying it so far!! I am 4th year medical student in Glasgow, Scotland. But I do enjoy watching your videos and how different yet similar our study is ahahha. All the best bro! Stay perseverance and motivated!! Goodluckkk

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks for the words of wisdom man! :D I appreciate it! Congrats on making it all the way to your 4th year! You're almost there!!

[@SE_the_ViewLOG]

Feels like yesterday, enjoy your journey..medicine is a blessing! Always be humble, never lose that.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Crazy how fast the time went :’)

[@SE_the_ViewLOG]

@@ShaunAndersen yes, as an attending, it’s crazy how you teach when you were just recently a student, part of the cycle. Bless you

[@dck8511]

I'm taking 2 gap years after college and will be applying next cycle. Hopefully I can get there as well! Thank you for the video! Hopefully we can see more of these vlogs?

[@ShaunAndersen]

I took a gap year and honestly it is a great idea. It really gives you some time to focus on yourself and your happiness! You will definitely see more vlogs!

[@khrystal1676]

I'm so early!!! Congratulations on finally starting medical school Shaun! This was a long time coming. Thank God you are off to a good start.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Right? It is so awesome to finally be getting started!! :) being surrounded by all the other students is a great feeling! Thanks so much for your continued support 🙏🏻

[@carter5007]

Congrats glad the first day went well for you man! I’m planning to apply 2021. So it’s cool to watch your path from the beginning, and to see modern day medical school firsthand.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks man :D I appreciate you joining me on my journey! Good luck on your application cycle next year! Make sure to have fun every step of the way and enjoy it while it lasts!

[@WittyKitten]

I'm so happy for you! First days always get me nervous and just watching this made me a little anxious haha. I'm completing secondaries currently, hoping to start medical school in 2021. Looking forward to your journey as a first year!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Aye congrats on getting to your secondaries!! :) Once they are submitted, you finally get a chance to BREATH and relax a little bit! Then, the fun starts and you get to go on interviews! :) I am sure you are going to do great! I am looking forward to seeing you start Medical School next year!!

[@chrissyp24]

Congratulations on the first day I’m actually planning on Applying to your school in the coming cycle if been binge watching all your videos the last two days getting prepared for the application process I’m so excited!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks for watching the videos and supporting my channel!! I appreciate it so much! Good luck on your application cycle! :) I know you will have tons of success! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@kevinpitti1643]

Starting college next month and I'm super excited and I can't wait to be in med school. Congrats man! You got a new subscriber keep uploading!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Appreciate it man! :) Thanks for supporting the channel. Good luck with starting college! :) It is definitely tough but it is a fun time. Make sure to work hard but also to keep having fun!

[@eseasoro7251]

This is literally my dream once I’m able to get in I’ll be so happy, I really don’t think I can but hopefully by Gods grace 😣. Well done !!

[@ShaunAndersen]

You can do this!! I know it is tough, but if you keep working hard then I know you an accomplish anything you want!

[@brittonporter5063]

Thanks for being such a down to earth dude. I’m so close to applying to nursing but I feel strongly I should pursue medicine. Looking forward to seeing more of your content.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey there Britton! :) Thanks so much for the kind words! Nursing and med school are both great paths and you will impact many lives down both career paths! It comes down to what your life goals are and how you see yourself in a few years!

[@jorgearizmendi6808]

Good luck! I'm currently in PA school and it's tough, alot of material. As you may know PA's are able to work in all specialties and we are taught under the same model as medical schools. It's stressful but it's amazing how much I have learned.

[@ShaunAndersen]

I had a huge respect for PAs and I have worked with many of them! They can be very autonomous depending on the setting and can often times be just as good as seeing a physician! Good luck in the rest of your PA education! :D

[@jorgearizmendi6808]

Thanks, be prepared to sacrifice some of your social life. I have no social life, all I do is study. 🙃 I rarely even talk to my mom but I know at the end my sacrifice will be worth it. When you feel stressed or hopless just remember what brought you there and how many people you will be able to help when you are done 🙌

[@gift3743]

Bro I love watching these because it's been my dream to go to med school, and I get to live through you guys while getting my undergrad degree in neuroscience (2nd year)! Congrats on getting in, and good luck!!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Awesome!! :) Thank you for joining me on my journey! Hopefully you get valuable experience out of it. Good luck on your pre-med journey!! :)

[@MadCat10111]

Hahaha, love the enthusiasm!!! Takes me back to my first day of med school, it is a special time, enjoy it!

[@ShaunAndersen]

What year are you in now?! :D

[@mellie2189]

Just found your YT channel and I'm hooked! Keep up the great work!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ahhhh thank you so much!! :D

[@SarahNicholls]

Congratulations on starting medical school! You've got an exciting journey ahead of you!! Love from a doctor in the UK 🇬🇧

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻 that means a lot to me coming from a Physician! What specialty are you in? 😁 I would love to connect on Instagram or something!

[@sarahj2106]

Sarah has a KZbin channel too it’s excellent! She’s working in the ED at the moment

[@SarahNicholls]

@@ShaunAndersen I have a KZbin channel and my Instagram is @drsarahnicholls, would be happy to connect 😊

[@SarahNicholls]

@@sarahj2106 thank you ❤️😊

[@cadeyumbi6874]

Broo, your videos are really helping on these late night studies of the mcat man! I’m happy for you mate!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Duuuuude keep pushing! I remember when I was studying for the MCAT like it was just yesterday! Time flies! It will be over before you know it!

[@cadeyumbi6874]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 Roger that!!

[@hannahhs1326]

I just graduated from CSN as a medical lab scientist. Its a journey but worth it! Hope you have a wonderful journey. God bless!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey that is awesome! congrats!! :) Good luck, the lab is a ton of fun so I am sure it will be an awesome career! Best of luck to you!

[@hyeveencho3340]

I got my orientation in two weeks! I’m super excited! And thanks for the quality videos man. Keep on the grind 💪🏻

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeeee you are so close!! :) Congrats on starting school! Looking forward to hearing how your orientation goes!

[@foxrdr88]

Congrats on your first week of med school!! I used to go to UNLV. I'm a nursing student!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Oh that is awesome!! :D Are you doing nursing at UNLV? Or at least in Vegas? :o

[@foxrdr88]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 unfortunately no! I’m back in IL finishing school!

[@stephaniebarbosa6565]

I’m so excited for the new journey since I just discovered you KZbin channel, wishing you the best in med school ! Hopefully that will be me one day

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey Blair! :) Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support! I am sure it will be you some day, just keep on working hard! :D

[@krissy4444]

That is exciting and motivating. I'm on this journey. Sometimes I feel very displaced with Covid and school closings. Thank you

[@ShaunAndersen]

I believe in you! :) Keep your head up and keep pushing through!

[@tylerbrooke98]

Use One Note on that iPad. It'll be your best friend, believe me. Additionally, prep yourself. They warn you that either in first semester or second semester you'll be hit with a 'shock' on how hard it is. So if you breeze through first sem like some do, be wary, because second sem is a whole other beast. Then again, Aus med school might be different- here, at my med school, we do a thesis or coursework set of topics. Basically, we do research, or we do coursework and do half a post graduate cert while in med school, so. Take my word lightly cause there's probably big differences between our med courses.

[@ShaunAndersen]

I have definitely been considering trying One Note too! And it is similar here. We are about to hit the ground running on Monday and they have advised us to just spend this time relaxing for now!

[@nikkirimlinger1285]

Just subscribed! Super pumped to follow along! I just graduated undergrad and am taking 2 gap years before going off to medical school!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Aye thank you so much for subscribing!! :) That is awesome, congrats on graduating! Gap years are honestly great and I am so glad I had one!

[@JeTauryDavis]

Congrats man! I’m 4 four years behind you! Can’t wait to see where your journey takes you!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeeee hopefully you can learn from my mistakes along the way then :D Good luck on your pre-med journey!

[@bryantmuniz4576]

Congrats Shaun! You seem like such a humble person. I have no doubts you'll make a great doctor. HBD to your dad btw!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much Bryant! 🙏🏻 that means so much to me. I seriously really appreciate it. && I will pass on the message to my dad! 😁🎉

[@thoughtfulsamosa6037]

I remember your medical school acceptance video - seeing you here at just about 10k subs is awesome and so inspiring!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Dang you've been here pretty much since day 1! :) I really appreciate it!

[@thoughtfulsamosa6037]

@@ShaunAndersen Haha ofc thanks for taking us along your journey!

[@sofiavillagomez613]

as a freshman in high school, this is my dream. I can’t wait for the day for when i go to med school 😁

[@ShaunAndersen]

You have so much time until then! :D Please enjoy the journey. Use this time to have fun! Don't worry too much about medical school for now :D

[@pm6213]

Just think- this will go by so fast, and you’ll be a resident soon enough. All the stressing will make it go by 😂😂😂 (u got this)

[@ShaunAndersen]

I absolutely cannot wait for that day to come :p but I will enjoy the journey until then!

[@pm6213]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 Can’t wait time c the journey with u :)

[@samreenmulla3926]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 no just enjoy the journey, we all just wanted to graduate but I’ve enjoyed my time in med school because once you’re a graduate there’s a lot of responsibility so this is the time to actually learn. Good luck!

[@odeleya1768]

I’m so happy for you! I’m only in high school but I really hope to one day be in your shoes. I’ve been interested in medicine since the seventh grade and it would be pretty cool to actually end up having a job in the profession I’ve loved since I was 12

[@ShaunAndersen]

You will absolutely be in my shoes one day! It is awesome that you are so young and already thinking about it! But please make sure you also focus on having fun right now since you are so young!

[@odeleya1768]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 thank you! I just hope that things will work out in the end. It just kind of excites me that in a few years I’ll be able to hopefully decide on my own future and later on, study something I’m actually passionate about

[@IcrazySomaliBeautyxx]

Omg I was so scared to watch your unboxing video earlier cause I was waiting on my results so my offer becomes unconditional and it’s official I am going to med school too, so excited to watch this journey and see how you experience it.

[@ShaunAndersen]

CONGRATS!! Where are you going?! Good luck with everything I am sure you will do great!!

[@IcrazySomaliBeautyxx]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 heyy, thank you and you too!! I live in England, so I am going to Kings college London 👏🏾

[@sbarczak93]

God bless you! good luck! I am a current PA. Glad to see happy minded people like you

[@ShaunAndersen]

That is awesome! I have worked with many awesome PAs! What setting are you working in? Also, thank you so much for the kind words! :)

[@ssaaaston4363]

Between you and Doctor Mike, I am definitely going to be occupied for hours watching all of these medical videos. Even though I am in pharmacy school, I love these videos :)

[@ShaunAndersen]

Yooo Dr. Mike's video are great! He has done such a great job of really bringing medicine to the social media world! I appreciate it! :) Good luck with Pharmacy school!

[@KhanhTon]

Aww I love this video and seeing how excited you are! This brings back so much memories of my optometry school orientation☺️

[@ShaunAndersen]

It is just such an exciting time! :) As you know, when you work for so many years to make it to this position, it brings a lot of excitement!! :D

[@mayerlylara1600]

I'm loving your positivity and energy throughout this day. Best of luck to you !

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ahhhh appreciate that so much!! :) Thank you!

[@elondaaa828]

Aw I wish you the best in your journey! 💙💙 I'm a freshman in college and I plan on going to medical school in the future 😊 Anyways, there will be plenty of blessings and positivity coming your way 🙏🏾💙

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ahhhh good luck with your pre-med journey!! :) You are going to do great! Keep your head up, work hard, and play harder! :D Thank you for joining me on my journey!

[@elondaaa828]

@@ShaunAndersen thank you so much!

[@SeaBearAttaX]

Congrats and good luck! Starting my first day tomorrow and this made me more excited for the day ahead!

[@ShaunAndersen]

YOOOOOO Good luck tomorrow!!! Please keep me updated and let me know how it goes!!

[@euniceladye101]

I'm a new subscriber but so far I am really enjoying your videos they're very entertaining and informative. I'm currently a medical assistant student. Nursing is my goal but I am going to try this MA career first. I wish you well and already I know you are going to do great things.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey I really appreciate that!! :) Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!! Medical Assistants are great and you have the ability to work in tons of different specialities!! Good luck with it! :)

[@darlin.smile100]

Seeing this makes me excited for my journey. Entering 5th year undergrad at UNLV this Fall but hey, let's gooooooooooooooooooo hhaha

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeee UNLV!! :) What classes are you taking? So are you applying this cycle?

[@darlin.smile100]

@@ShaunAndersen I'm also in the honors college so I need to take 3 more classes, statistics, Span 227, and evolution to graduate. Which I could have done in the Fall and be done but I also got accepted into the RAMP program for the year so I can't graduate in Fall. Lol. Yikes. I'm still taking bio classes I find interesting. This upcoming fall, I am taking evolution/Biol 415 with Stacy , 2 honors class, span 226, Biol 475-neurobiology. In the Spring, I want to take Human physiology with Utz and histology. I talked to Ashley Sylvester about what I should do and she defs told me to focus more on like shadowing and stuff because I have enough extracurriculars which relieved me on one side and then freaked me out. Hahahahha. I am not applying this cycle. I wish. Lol. I know I don't have enough clinical experience to apply and get in so I'm focusing on that this year (: I don't know what I'm supposed to do my in gap year but... There it is. Lol. Any advice?

[@mijollainnocent2694]

You're such a good person Shaun. You will be a great Doctor.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much :) That seriously means so much to me!

[@TheNobleDisciple]

Hi I know this is kinda personal but it’s a genuine question how do you Anderson and other med students have apartments and places like this when you can’t work during med school? Can someone explain this to me?

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey there of course! So there are many methods. Most students in medical school take out loans which covers the cost of housing. Some (like me) also get family support. Others have money saved from previous jobs/careers!

[@Safiye96]

For me, my father gives me about $500 a month and the rest I pay entirely with loan, that includes everything from rent to food to tuition. Currently started third year $130,000 in D:

[@MrMeow10101]

I wondered the same thing. My family could have physically paid for me to go to medical school if I chose the route. But the insane rising cost of education turned me off to it. My aunt and uncle who went to med school in the 70’s paid the equivalent of something like 2,000 in today’s dollars for the same thing now costing close to 65k a year.

[@flypnay704]

For me, it is completely federal loans and savings.

[@davidjocintho9352]

I've just come across this video whils watching Dr. Mike. Am glad for you bro. Continue in success...... I'll be viewing all the videos too the old and new ones to come.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Dr. Mike is a legend! Thanks so much for coming over and supporting my channel and videos! :) it really means a lot to me! Thanks so much!

[@davidjocintho9352]

@@ShaunAndersen Yeah. All the best in medical school bro.

[@williecorley9094]

YAY! Can't wait to see what happens throughout the next few years!! Congratulations!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much Willie!! :)

[@M4cnCh3eze]

This is so wholesome I'm giddy with happiness watching this. Hope I can be in your shoes next year!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Haha thank you so much!! :) You will definitely be in my shoes next year! I believe!!

[@issasecretsecret7814]

you should do a side by side get ready with me video at the end of your year 1 to see how drastically it changed or if it changed at all.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Haha will definitely do! It will probably be me just rolling out of bed in sweat pants ;P

[@destiny8673]

me being a high school sophomore gaining inspiration just by watching this: 👁👄👁

[@ShaunAndersen]

YOOOO that is awesome!! Are you going to do pre-med in college? :)

[@destiny8673]

YES! I've been thinking about it for the longest time. And seeing videos like yours really, really inspire me. It's telling me that I have a lot of potential. Even though I'm really young.

[@mahmouddaker3936]

SUUUPER EXCITING!! I'm starting college in a few weeks and I honestly can't wait!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeeee congrats and good luck on starting college!! Are you thinking about doing medical school?

[@mahmouddaker3936]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 Well, I actually can’t study medicine in school, I live in Egypt and here you have to decide what you want to study in college two years prior, so you can choose to study biology along with other 6 subjects and then you will be able to study medicine in school or you can choose to study mathematics and the same 6 subjects and then you will be able to go into engineering or computer science, so the only difference between the two is whether you want to study biology or mathematics, so I chose to specialize in mathematics because I am really not that good at biology 😂, so I am probably going to study CS in school, such a long boring story, I know 😂. I just love knowing how the education system in other countries work so I thought you would be interested to know as well 😅

[@shadysfan4life]

You’ve earned a sub! I sent my application out a few weeks ago and just hoping for the best with my MCAT. Looking forward to your vlogs :)

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeee thanks so much for Subbing!! :) I really appreciate it! Congrats on applying and good luck on your MCAT! :) You are going to do great and I look forward to seeing you get accepted to medical school!

[@paulina228]

Shaun: *has an electric toothbrush* *Uses it like a regular toothbrush* 😂

[@ShaunAndersen]

LISTEN! I haven't charged it in forever 😂This is a reflection of my life. 😂

[@paulina228]

It's gonna be a loooong four years 🤣

[@brady1268]

@@ShaunAndersen bro I do the same haha gotta switch it up too.

[@Aman2622]

I’m a third year med student! It’s a beautiful journey. Actually like a roller coaster ride hahah! All the best mate ❤️

[@ShaunAndersen]

Congrats on making it to your third year!! You're almost done!! :D Thanks so much man!

[@PaulGarthAviation]

0:21 - It's electric. You push a button on the side. LOL! Congrats. Continued success in school. I'm sure you have your productivity systems, but consider taking a look at GTD (Getting Things Done). I have a complimentary progressive relaxation audio, if you need. We're all rooting for you.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Haha I know it's electric but admittedly I have no charged it in a while ... xD But thank you a ton for the kind words! I will definitely take a look at GTD and relaxation audio sounds great :o

[@jersomrodriguez9513]

thanks for documenting your journey from the start. I hope to get into medical school some day!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

You definitely will man! :) Just keep working hard!

[@JayFriedrichs]

for studying techniques look into ali abdaal his channel is dope

[@ShaunAndersen]

I love Ali Abdaal! I watch his videos all the time!

[@KristenScholl]

Awesome, Congratulations!! 'm in medical school myself, about to finish my last semester as a second year!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeeee congrats on finishing your second year!! :) Have you started preparing for Step 1?!

[@MultiNerve]

Loving your videos man. It's gonna be fun comparing your journey to my wife's and my journeys. Good luck with medical school bro

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻 good luck to you and your wife! Keep me updated!! :)

[@carismas1467]

As a nursing student I love watching med school vlogs 🤩

[@ShaunAndersen]

Congrats on being a nursing student!! :) Nurses truly make up the foundation of healthcare!

[@sentinel4716]

Thank you so much for this I’ve been looking into going to UNLV med since I was born and raised in Vegas this video made it seem like I am able to get it

[@ShaunAndersen]

You will definitely have a better shot at UNLV since they prioritize those with connections and ties to Las Vegas! :D

[@wynsday]

This makes me so excited for my medical school journey :) so excited for you! :))

[@ShaunAndersen]

Woot woot!! When do you start school?! :D

[@wynsday]

@@ShaunAndersen I'm still in undergrad! Rising Junior this Fall :)) I start late August, like everyone else haha. I'll catch up to you in 2 years though!!

[@BecomingMD]

Thanks for sharing your first day! Made me even more excited to start med school in less than two weeks!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Aaaaahhhh I bet you cant wait!! :) Looking forward to hearing about your first day experience!

[@BecomingMD]

@@ShaunAndersen You're right!! :) Thanks -- will vlog it as well!

[@itsdoctoranoop]

Welcome to doctors family, Shaun... All the best with classes and clinicals

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thank you so much Dr. Babu!! 😁

[@aeronkimdelossantos4300]

Hellooo! I'm going to stay tuned to watch for your success! All the way from Philippines! Good luck on your journey Doc!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeee thank you so much for joining me on this journey! :) I really appreciate it!

[@josephamin5734]

I’m waiting for this moment since I was born!! Good luck to you!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

YESSSSS it is an amazing moment!! :D

[@riversiderxservices6638]

Best of luck to you bro!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks mate! :)

[@sophiaprem7462]

Woah you guys are back already! Nice! I hope our school will too. 😣

[@ShaunAndersen]

Yesss!! But they are taking tons of precautions! :)

[@ecnivlegin]

I just graduated medschool last year and let me tell you - it won't get better as you go but you will. Hope you have fun with the experience. New sub! ;)

[@ShaunAndersen]

Haha thanks for the words of encouragement! :D Thanks for subbing too!! :D

[@StephSmallville1]

I love to watch this stuff as I also try to get in. Currently increasing my GPA since I didn’t know I wanted to go into Med until after my undergrad and I’m sitting the Australian grad med test in 10 weeks :D wish me luck! I would love to see your study strategies and resources - like Anki, sketchy med, etc. Good luck for your second week (since I’ve only seen this now) and hope you find a way to study that fits your learning type.

[@ShaunAndersen]

I will definitely be working on my study strategies over the next couple of weeks as I settle in! :) Thank you so much!! Good luck with your test! You are going to do amazing! :D

[@kajol6263]

Good luck!! Looking forward to all your posts!!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks Kajol! :)

[@huberttwizere3755]

I am so inspired by this video, I am 3rd year Midwifery student but I wish to join Medical school in this coming year! Hope my drmx shall be fulfilled!! I love medicine

[@ShaunAndersen]

Awesome!! :) I am so glad this inspired you! I am sure you will get into Medical School this coming year! Just keep on working hard! :D Keep me updated!

[@huberttwizere3755]

@@ShaunAndersen plz This is my Email: [e-mail] I wish you can email me so that I can ask you something in box !! Thank for consideration

[@rosss61]

Congrats man!!! You’re gonna do great! My dream is to go to med school one day too!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Ayeeee and I am sure you will go to med school some day! :) Best of luck to you!

[@asajjad4542]

I’m not even interested in medical school but I wish you the best of luck on your journey!

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hahaha I appreciate you watching this video then! :D Thank you so much! What career are you interested in?

[@asajjad4542]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 software engineering lol

[@etn]

excited to see your journey man, good luck !

[@ShaunAndersen]

Yoooo thanks so much Ethan!! :) I really appreciate it!

[@stayfortiny]

UNLV is actually on my list of school I’m considering applying to! I had like 75 starting out on my list and I’ve narrowed it down to 41. Trying to get that lower but it’s hard😅 there are so many great schools out there it’s hard to choose!

[@ShaunAndersen]

I highly recommend it! But I would definitely reconsider applying if you do not have any ties to Nevada since they are very instate driven :o do you have any Nevada ties?

[@stayfortiny]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 no, I do not! I’m not familiar with what schools are more in-state driven and what schools are more open to out-of-state students.

[@ShaunAndersen]

Katie Schmidt definitely check the MSAR on the AAMC website to see the % of out of state resident students who matriculates to each school! It gives you a good idea how much the schools prioritize state residencies!

[@stayfortiny]

Shaun Andersen, MS1 thank you! I’ll check it out.

[@lena675]

Why does the med school open in July? In Greece, the exams are not over yet

[@ShaunAndersen]

No idea haha it does seem quite early doesn't it?

[@healthetech9578]

Great vide as usual!! Also that you and your dad's birthdays are the same week

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks man!! :D And yeah it is super cool to have mine and his birthday so close together!!

[@lifeofchuks1299]

Congratulations on your first day.... I miss school tho.. glad to see the world is still going on somehow

[@ShaunAndersen]

Thanks a ton! Is your school completely online? :o

[@lifeofchuks1299]

@@ShaunAndersen not really, just a few online lectures... Its hard to do clinical rotations online

[@Cristian182005]

Congratulations! I'm a year 1 neurology resident that just happened to stumble upon this video and couldn't help but smile thinking back to my first day (which was kinda disappointing tbh). How are you liking it so far?

[@ShaunAndersen]

Hey there! Congrats on starting residency!! That is awesome! Your hard work is paying off!! :) I am liking it! Today is only day 2 of lectures so it isn't too bad and I can already see how it's going to get harder but I am going to keep pushing the best that I can! :)