From Duke Athlete To Mayo Doctor!

[@Notussop]

This is just the start for you bro. Please keep the LORD as the corner stone of your life!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Will do!!! Thank you so much! 🙏🏽

[@StudentDoctorAntonioPatterson]

It's always cool to hear about people's backgrounds and journeys to medicine. Keep up the good work!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Stories bring us together! Thanks so much!! 🙏🏽

[@erinl8013]

JR! I've been following your channel since my first year of medical school and now I'm almost about to take step 2! You have been such an inspiration, thank you so much for all that you do and for sharing your story with us!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much for your continued support and this incredibly encouraging message!! Good luck on step 2! 🙏🏽

[@pedrofranco9807]

Wow this was very impactful. I think of myself as a mini you in the regard that I had heart surgery at 16 years old, just two years ago, because I had a heart defect that didn’t let me play sports or exercise. After that experience I was very grateful to my cardiologist for walking me through everything and conducting tests since I was 7 years old that I now want to be a cardiologist or a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist. I say anesthesiologist only because I want a family and lots of time with them, but I fear that if I truly follow my passion to become a surgeon I won’t have any time for my family. Thanks for sharing your story. I look forward to seeing your story unfold.

[@EvolvingMedic]

I’m so happy you resonate with my story and are inspire to have a similar impact on your own patients that your doctor had on you!

[@darryls2141]

Hey Dr. Smith, First and foremost, congrats on becoming a doctor. You have made many proud. I've been following you since year one of medical school. Keep up the good work-

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much! Your support really means the world!!

[@davidlorenzi5889]

This is awesome in so many ways! I originally started watching your channel regarding Anki and studying - love your story and your focus - thanks for sharing this!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much!! I’m glad my videos have been helpful for you! 🙏🏽

[@stephaniasanchez-tarre3604]

SO PROUD OF YOU!! Ive been following you since i was studying for the MCAT 2 years ago, you gave me some CRITCAL advice back then and you continue doing so. Im about to start med school in 1 month and plan on continuing to use you as my virtual mentor :)

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much!! I'm grateful for your support over these last few years and so happy to hear of your success! Keep crushing it!

[@lennonmoore2847]

JR, fantastic speech! As an educator I appreciate hearing the journey of successful young people. Keep walking by faith and the best is yet to come.

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much!! 🙏🏽

[@roberttamoore3965]

Awesome! Thank you, JR! I love that shirt too. 🙂

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much!! 😊🙏🏽

[@julienalexander6113]

I love your story, man. You've come such a long way. It's incredible!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏽

[@dyanan25]

That's wonferful Dr. Smith! I was also in an MVA when I was 4. I have an incomplete SCI with multiple spinal issues but keep trusting the Lord day by day .. thank you for the encouragement!!! God is good!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! That trust in the Lord will get us further than we could have ever imagined! Praying that every day is a little better than the last! 🙏🏽

[@dyanan25]

@@EvolvingMedic Amen! Do you have an area within ortho that you're interested in? I'm still applying for psych ..

[@EvolvingMedic]

@@dyanan25Yeah! I’ll be pursuing sports medicine!

[@mdpending]

this was really inspiring to me as someone with their first mcat attempt in the near future! your speech was engaging and articulate and perfectly encapsulates the mindset needed for any daunting exam, not just the mcat. thank you for continuously motivating all the pre-meds out here!!

[@EvolvingMedic]

I’m so happy you found this speech inspiring! Thank you for this encouraging message! 🙏🏽

[@nguyenthanhan9241]

I wanna be an orthopedic surgeon because I had a lot of injuries from sports, same with you 😂 great and inspiring story 💪💪

[@EvolvingMedic]

There’s a lot of us in the field for sure!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Lifewithbossmon]

🔥 Great story bro!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much bro!!

[@JarrodWoodland]

Bro, you are so awesome and inspiring man. I'm grateful God speaks through you.

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much for this! I try to be the best vessel I can be! 🙏🏽

[@lala8a1]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I had a passion for soccer. Tore both of my ACLs and medial menisci in high school and medical school. Doctors kept telling me that I should not play anymore. I kept playing till my 4th surgery when my dr finally said that I had a risk of being on a wheelchair for life if I dont stop. I went into deep depression in medical school after that. Contemplated suicide. Gathered just enough energy to seek therapy. Somehow made it out of medical school and a one year internship where i was working 50 hours/week. For post grad, I chose usmle just for the reason its the hardest medical exam. Solely for this reason. I have just passed my step 1 and am currently preparing for step 2 now. Your videos have helped me navigate this stressful process and have helped me so much

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much for the courage to share your amazing story! I’m honored that my videos have been a part of your journey thus far! 🙏🏽

[@Triisane]

David Goggins and Kobe are literally my 2 biggest idols haha

[@EvolvingMedic]

Mine too!!

[@nicasolinap1146]

so good!

[@EvolvingMedic]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

[@aljayberry]

Well Done!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much!

[@kedkelly]

If I knew our workouts from Red Rocks would end up in your KZbin videos…I would’ve most definitely tried harder 😂

[@EvolvingMedic]

You was bodying it though! 😂

[@truthteller2711]

Definitely an inspiration!

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you so much! Honored to share my story with you all! 🙏🏽

[@appollo1826]

Nice speak. As soon as you said what helped you, I immediately thought of David Goggin. Also, he was a Navy Seal and Army ranger not a Marine. I'm pretty sure if he had the time, he would have been that too.

[@EvolvingMedic]

Thank you for this correction! I’m sure he would’ve! Lol

[@DavidJ.Knecht]

Great video, My relationship of 5 years ended a month ago. The love of my life decided to leave me, I really love her so much I can’t stop thinking about her, I’ve tried my very best to get her back in my life, but to no avail, I’m frustrated, I don’t see my life with anyone else. I’ve done my best to get rid of the thoughts of her, but I can’t, I don’t know why I’m saying this here, I really miss her and just can’t stop thinking about her

[@Henry-hp3kl]

i have been in such a situation. i love my woman and unfortunately we separated about two years ago, but i could not let her go, so i had to do all i could to get her back, i had to seek the help of a spiritual adviser who helped me bring her back, now we are back together, and i must say i am enjoying every moment.

[@DanielA.Slayton]

wow, please how did you get a spiritual adviser, and how do i reach him?

[@Henry-hp3kl]

Dr Ben Spell Castle is the advisor I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment

[@Henry-hp3kl]

you can look his name up online and you will find all you need.

[@DanielA.Slayton]

Thanks for sharing. I curiously searched for his full name and his website popped up after scrolling a bit.

[@rheniusantonyraj8562]

Holy cow. First 🎉

[@EvolvingMedic]

Let’s go!! 🎉

[@CazmireRepublicllc]

do you have any tips for audio learners, visaul learners ?

[@EvolvingMedic]

I would recommend just leaning into things like videos and podcasts to play to your strengths rather than trying to force yourself to read textbooks or other things that are less effective for you