How I Got Into Medical School

In this video, Dr. Webb talks about how he got into medical school and what it took to reach his goals!
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[@harold7134]

I’m trying to keep you updated on my Med Journey. I, on my day off went to the University of Miami hospital and stood outside the OR and waited for a Surgeon to walk out. Luckily, a black ENT resident walked out and I straight up asked him if I could shadow him and he said follow me, so I followed him and he took me to a panel he was a part of called “Minorities in Medicine”. There was 12 residents who are minorities and they answered my and others aspiring med students questions. I actually saw another black Orthopedic Doctor in his PGY-3. He and the others gave me sound advice. Crazy how life is. I really randomly went to the hospital and just waited for a surgeon. He loved that I did that, if I want something I go and get it!!!!!!! Tomorrow there’s a big annual bbq for Doctors and med students I’ll be attending! You truly are my inspiration Dr.Webb. Btw I was in the Air Force for like 2 months lol.

[@DesignerReviewz]

Harold E I did a summer enrichment program at the University of Miami. Totally changed my life, not even kidding. www.diversity.med.miami.edu/summer-programs/mshcmp

[@beardandscrubs832]

Nice!!!!!!

[@ArchAng31_]

If you don't mind me asking, how come you were in the airforce for only 2 months? I was thinking about joining too after medical school.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thats awesome man. Way to go! You have to go get it and no one will bring it to you! I love your ambition. Keep this same grind and you will achieve anything in life!

[@antoniowebbmd]

I was in the AF for 8 years. Its a great career. Highly recommend!

[@pointeprincess302]

I applied to medical school for the first time in 2016 and was rejected, primarily due to my cumulative GPA and my MCAT. I am just over one month away from completing my master's program (currently have a 4.00) and retaking the MCAT and I am SO excited to reapply. :D

[@TRasul]

good luck!

[@pointeprincess302]

@@TRasul Thank you!!

[@aliheidari2260]

i wish you the best...

[@hawaiianhonu97]

May I ask what your cGPA and MCAT was that kept you from getting accepted? I’m in a similar situation!

[@pointeprincess302]

@@hawaiianhonu97 @Robo Redneck I had one entire year where I failed everything (went through so crazy stuff), so my cumulative was a 2.76. My MCAT at the time was a 501 as well. When I applied last cycle, I had the 4.00 in my SMP and I retook the MCAT and got a 513. I ended up getting 9 MD interviews, went to 8 of them, and got 4 acceptances! I just started orientation at my top choice school this Monday :)

[@neon59636363]

This man said he slept 4 hours a night for 7 years...dear god

[@salomekabinga3282]

& here I am being told less than 5 hours may cause brain damage😡😡😡 I have to pull up my socks

[@iiOmen]

Salome Kabinga 😂 hows that going for u mate?

[@rehamkhan4838]

not night a day. ughh howww?

[@Dylan-jn3dq]

Yeah not everyone has to feel like they need to work that hard though. Remember to Take care of yourself and have fun with it y’all. Plenty of people can get into this profession healthily with 8+ hours of sleep every night

[@jasminehines4573]

Welcome to be in the military lol just got out in June to focus on school.

[@salomekabinga3282]

What😲😲😲😲😲 I legit thought he began his medical career right out if high school. I'm starting at 25. There's hope for me y'all. Pray for me that God almighty sees me through 😢😢😢😭

[@chiefclonecone]

Hey man it's been 5 months how's it going?

[@salomekabinga3282]

Oh.i haven't enrolled yet. I just got my degree In Public Administration but I want to be hrm 😁

[@Boyboy-sd2rr]

@@salomekabinga3282hey are you in now ??

[@sorr5799]

@@salomekabinga3282 what's happening now?

[@salomekabinga3282]

Working to pay my way through school. Covid hit. Lost my job now looking for another 1. Still not giving up😊😊😊✊

[@Pepe-lt2en]

I'm 13 years old and hoping to become a spine surgeon your an inspiration !

[@antoniowebbmd]

Awesome! You CAN do it! Its a long road but worth it in the end! Keep up the good work and let me know if you have any questions along the way! Also, be sure to subscribe to receive the newest videos posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com facebook.com/awebbmd instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: amzn.to/2ydvHwd

[@Pepe-lt2en]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. Thank you! I subscribed and my question is can I get loans for college and med school and pay them off once I become a surgeon?Thanks.

[@therainmanofwallstreet7778]

Helloiuehe shut up u little shit

[@jasonvoorhees8899]

@@therainmanofwallstreet7778 why ?

[@therainmanofwallstreet7778]

Humam Slayer what’s ur problem?

[@positivevibes4957]

Dr. Webb l can’t speak for everyone else but you inspire me to become more Driven. l have wanted to be a neurosurgeon ever since l seen Ben Carson’s movie “Gifted Hands” in 2009 and how Beautiful yet complex the Brain is. l want to become a Pediatric Surgeon because l really like kids. You show me a realistic point of view from a African American male. Now days when people ask me what l want to be and l say a Pediatric Surgeon they get shocked and then later on say how great it is because there aren’t a lot of black men surgeons pushed into the spotlight. I’m working on all of my weaknesses so that l can live the reality l have wanted since l was 15. Man keep doing what you doing and staying positive. Push your self to be the greatest Orthopedic Surgeon. l wish the best of luck to you and your lady real talk we need to see more love in the community and less violence. 👌🏾✊🏾

[@Jeremiah-ki6fd]

Dr. Webb- Thank you for sharing this. I am a non-trad (Firefighter/Paramedic- 10+yrs), and have decided to pursue medicine. The most encouraging element for me was simply sharing that you had attended multiple institutions via multiple modalities. I’ve been seriously deliberating a post-bacc also- so thank you for that as well. -Jeremiah

[@FreekeeChakra]

I teared up when you got to the part in your story about the acceptance letter. You worked so hard to improve your chances and did not let the rejections dissuade you in the least. You got some heart, man. I may have to do a post-bacc program as well because I've been out of school for just over 20 years. Yeah, I'm 45 and changing careers from business. I know it's going to take a lot of sacrifices, but staying in an unfulfilling career is a much bigger sacrifice. Anyway, thanks for stoking the inner fires and empowering my dream.

[@KariMarieSandoval1]

I’m emotional just watching this!! You have such an amazing story - you are so inspiring!!

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thank you!

[@alexryan15]

I’m glad I found your channel, I really needed to hear this. Especially the part about the path to medical school not always being the exact same. I’ve always wanted to be a surgeon but I got discouraged due to my financial situation, then my GPA dropped due to a lot of at home issues and family deaths, so I just gave up for a while. My path has not been a straight shot but your story gives me so much hope that I’ll be able to achieve my dream career. Thank you for telling your story, it means a lot to people like me who have gotten lost and discouraged on the way to our goals.

[@WeightsAreFriends]

I watch your videos religiously. You’re great at explaining the steps needed to get in.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thank you, appreciate it!

[@MrWOW87]

I went to college having no idea what I wanted to do, took 5 years lol. Knew I didn't want to mess with computers, mom is a network engineer. Lmao ended up with a degree information systems. Never saw myself working in IT, hated going to work with my mom. Now, I'm a network and security engineer working in a data center; I love what I do and wouldn't change it.

[@robertwilliam9558]

We appreciate the excellent knowledge Dr Webb.

[@dontebutler2466]

God afternoon brother, I’m currently experiencing the same pathway as you. I’m active duty Army right now and have school pretty much everyday while still working active duty. As of now I have received my degree but still have a few science courses I have to take in order to be considered for medical school. It’s hard but I have put myself through the ringers for so long that I can’t possibly give up now. I have a wife and kid as well. So I probably sleep about 12-16 hours top a week. So I completely understand what you mean brother. Thanks for your service and videos.

[@zanne_imonluamen]

this is very inspiring.. thanks Dr Webb

[@antoniowebbmd]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching! Please share so we can continue to grow and I can put out more videos like this! Also, don't forget to subscribe as I will be posting new videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST! Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: www.amazon.com/Antonio-J.-Webb/e/B00OYN1LRA Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com twitter.com/drwebb82 facebook.com/awebbmd kzbin.info instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hi, Thanks for the comment and watching! I'm glad the video helps! Be sure to subscribe also to receive the newest videos posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com facebook.com/awebbmd instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: amzn.to/2ydvHwd

[@orangedaddy1]

Wow, you have been through a lot, good for you for persevering!

[@elaineacero6315]

Dr Webb you rock!!! Thanks for taking the time to make these videos

[@shuaybsalah5183]

You are not just you, you are other. You don't just talk but you inspire us to do more and to understand more. You made us take great risks.

[@monicasalinas3348]

I’m going through the same thing working night shift and then getting no sleep going to class back to work it’s hard 😢 I hope to be a doctor one day thanks for inspiring me

[@MrsBadBlackie]

Omg Thank you very much! I applied for medicine and got rejected and I thought I was a failure because I did not study enough and will not be a doctor because I am too old for medical school and I saw a lot of people around me get into medical school at first try so I was pretty broken. Recently I have been thinking about trying it again. Thank you very much for your videos and inspiration!

[@Bellg]

Here I am worying about turning 19 and not starting medschool (in europe) this year. I gotta stop this madness

[@antoniowebbmd]

You have plenty of time. I didn’t start MED school until I was 27

[@PasifikaPulse]

same story here, 19 and haven't started med school

[@ramenyoun501]

I'm doing my A levels and I too am stressing out specially since the pandemic has slowed me down because I didn't choose predicted grades.

[@MO-ki4ld]

Very insightful and inspirational. It's relatable because I'm in the same stage of my journey to med school and this added the fuel to the fire. Keep up the good work Doc. Bless!

[@attorneymom35]

Awesome role model! Way to Give Back! God Bless. Keep it Rollin.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thank you!

[@Ahvey_Y]

Wow. Definitely needed to hear this, thank you

[@antoniowebbmd]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching! Please share so we can continue to grow and I can put out more videos like this! Also, don't forget to subscribe as I will be posting new videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST! Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: www.amazon.com/Antonio-J.-Webb/e/B00OYN1LRA Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com twitter.com/drwebb82 facebook.com/awebbmd kzbin.info instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook

[@KT-pw1cq]

Thank you! And I definitely caught the part where u said you will help us because you didn’t now and a friend casually tells u. I felt that on so many levels ✊🏽

[@adonaig.446]

You took your initial struggle head on and persevered. Thanks for sharing and I wish you continued success.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thank you!

[@jimmyproductions3021]

Very encouraging Dr. Webb. I'll be finishing my Post-Bacc program next month. My next step will be to take the MCAT. I'm worried on that.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Awesome! Congrats and good luck! You will do well. Keep up the good work!

[@omiddelfi2510]

Thanks for sharing your journey to get to medical school. Your story is inspiring me to continue my path to get to medical school after finishing my PhD in this year.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Awesome! Good luck and stay in touch!

[@justinc1482]

Did you finish your PhD, omid 7411?

[@omiddelfi2510]

@@justinc1482 Yap, and started med school

[@oversizedopinion1512]

How old were you when you started medical school?

[@antoniowebbmd]

I was 27

[@onixtheone]

Geez I’m 25 now and haven’t even gone to community college..

[@hahardridge]

Onix Junes never to late to start my friend

[@GoodNewsForStrangers]

Everyone has their own path on life

[@grim8391]

Just put your mind to it bro. Never too late 💪

[@cysanaa9988]

I needed to hear this ..... I’m 31 about to embark on this endeavor

[@SquizzyTime]

I'm thinking to go to med school,but i'm not so driven to.I'm questioning my satisfaction for biology i used to like this in school and high school was something i remember and i don't know why because no one pushed me to learn it,but i did it myself.Last year when i was in final year of high school i was thinking to prepare myself for final exams and if i remember well my first option was med school.This was quickly turned off and so i went on a wrong road.Now i'm afraid to say i don't like it any more or as much as i did the years before because i have to take a road and the first things that i remember i liked was biology at some point i was fascinated about the human body to see how it works to learn more because this was the starter for this:satisfaction from knowing all of these and later the thing about how the body works... now i'm an average teenager i'm 19 years old about to go on 20 and stuck here with these...physics sound interesting but i never in my life did learn phyisics because was something i didn't like at that time.This guy over here telling me he got into med school at age of 28 encourages me to hop on this chance but i told you what stops me is the thing i don't know if i like as much as i did before and i can see from now but reality is not what you feel from your illusions and imagination or how would you be in action right here...i did this one time with something else and i can't but i urgently can't do this one more fucking time.

[@jddominguez17]

I’m going down a similar path as you, I also joined the military right out of high school but I didn’t take any classes whatsoever and now I’m almost done with my bachelors.

[@user-ds6yc9cj2l]

Thank you for sharing

[@gizmo38b]

Hi interview your friend how he got to med school please

[@RomainCombs]

If you believe then you can achieve.

[@cornelljames3449]

Wow...straight inspiration.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hi, Thanks for the comment and watching! I'm glad the video helps! Be sure to subscribe also to receive the newest videos posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com facebook.com/awebbmd instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: amzn.to/2ydvHwd

[@PUMA4LIFE101]

I came across your videos whilst at work. My path isnt as unique as yours. Living in New Zealand, I got into Pharmacy direct from finishing high school at 18. Came out with my degree at age 21, and worked for 2 years. This year I sat GAMSAT and got into med school. I should be out as a doctor by 28, and finish my two internships a 30. Long road, but definately worth, hoping to go into sports medicine and god willing, to be an orthopeadic surgeon.

[@alepatalc9414]

Dwayne Smith Good luck, when did you first start dreaming on going to medical school?

[@bernardlz]

thank you so much for sharing

[@antoniowebbmd]

You are welcome!

[@InnocentMalice]

This is helpful information, I'm looking into getting back into education this fall going through the gateway route(mature student), it's nice to know that it isn't too late to go into this route. I'll be aiming towards the veterinary route, combining a passion for medical science with helping animals. What are your tips for dealing with anxiety when it comes to the examinations(mcat/ucat etc)?

[@Bighitta92]

Dr. Webb. Question: I saw that you was in the military first before you came a doctor . What college did you attend too for night classes and weekends classes where you take your prerequisites while you was in the military, the reason why I asked , because I’m processing with the military and was curious on how you did all that together

[@joshdipre9002]

I appreciate you!!

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thank you!

[@taylorskyblue9413]

Dr. Webb, I'm 32 and have been going to college for 14 years (with 1 year break in 2014). Like you, it has been a very long road. I am at my wit's end and would appreciate your input on whether or not I should continue this "informal post-bacc" at my local university or a "formal" one out-of-state as you did at Georgetown University. I am a Louisiana resident, I have 2 undergrad degrees (chem & bio), I have a 3.0 GPA with a steep incline for the past 3 years, I have several years of clinical experience, and am currently involved in cancer research. I was prepared to move to Texas NEXT YEAR to partake the Texas Academic Fresh Start to improve my chances, and apply to DO and Caribbean schools. I am willing to do what to takes, so do you think doing a "formal post bacc" at Georgetown would better prove to adcoms that I can handle the rigors of medical school? I haven't taken the MCAT. Thank you for all the helpful and inspirational videos!

[@antoniowebbmd]

I would take the MCAT and see where you stand. It's hard to completely answer your question without knowing that. Also most post bac programs (atleast the ones I looked at) require you to have taken it at least once. But, a post bac program with a direct matriculation into their medical school is prob the best one, in my opinion

[@taylorskyblue9413]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. Thank you so much for the reply! I know you’re a super busy person, so I appreciate so much. I’ll prepare for the MCAT 👍🏻

[@sachopaso5418]

Taylor I agree with Dr. Webb and also suggest that you take a MCAT prep course with either tpr or kaplan. They will comprehensively review all the material for the mcat and provide tons of resources to study. Plus u take the mcat right after the class. With a 3.0gpa, decent mcat(504+), and your great ECs I can see u definitely getting into a do school or even md the first time you apply.

[@francovlla]

Taylor Nguyen how does it go??

[@TheDMgamingHD]

You are amazing

[@Pepe-lt2en]

Can you make a house tour maybe?

[@markos1491]

Congrats!

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thank you! I appreciate it! Be sure to subscribe also to receive the newest videos posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com facebook.com/awebbmd instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: amzn.to/2ydvHwd

[@Lissa.22]

Wow! No dislikes 🤭 Great vid! Thanks for sharing your experience. 😊

[@rlbnll123]

Doctor Webb, seeing as is video made me realize how much medical schools really emphasize your grade point average as well as your Mcat scores, how important would you say that volunteer work is? I work full time and I'm almost done with my undergraduate. Unfortunately, some semesters I can work up to 60 hours per week and given that I go to school full time that leaves very little time, if any, to actually volunteer given that I still have to study for said classes. So, how heavily does volunteer work weigh when you are applying for med school? and, it's not as if I can stop working because u have financial obligations such asrent, car, utility bills etc.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Good question. If you have time to do it, then do it! Dont let it affect your grades. Grades and MCAT are most important so focus on those

[@rlbnll123]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. thank you much for that advice. Have a great day

[@demitrishami4398]

God bless!

[@pablowest5723]

Thank you

[@davidbodnar8349]

I know its a long shot but you wouldn't happen to know how the system works in Australia at all?

[@LikangelOfficial]

What were some of the classes you took online for medical school? Can you also share the organizations for some of us who are also taking an alternative path?

[@TorchFilms_]

What was your gpa and mcat if you don’t mind sharing. I might be in the same boat myself!

[@meliberia1]

TorchFilms that's personal..lol

[@annahill4552]

Lol way too personal, plus no point in comparing a GPA now from a GPA for years ago

[@C3yl0]

Karen Arpuq not at all when you have a channel which is intending to give information to people on how to get into med school in a non traditional way

[@pathbasics]

@@C3yl0 Agreed. He literally made this video and his channel to help guide premed students at all stages- it would be odd if he didn't want to give away his GPA and MCAT score. A good friend of mine (3 years older than I) had a 3.9 gpa (chem major), a 22 on the old mcat, late application, but got into a DO program. He always says he can't believe to this day he got in, but he had a substantial amount of extra curricular experiences- clubs and volunteering.

[@mdlm2011]

Thank you for sharing your story. I see parts of myself in you and to see you succeeded makes me hopeful for myself. Did you enjoy your time at Georgetown? I’m applying to the smp this fall and would like to hear the pros and cons of their school from a student prospective. Thanks!

[@antoniowebbmd]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching! And yes, Georgetown was a great experience! Pros are Georgetown is a well known name and prestigious school and living in DC was great. Cons are that it is very expensive to live in DC and also tuition was extremely high. If you can get into a cheaper medical school, go that route instead! Please share so we can continue to grow and I can put out more videos like this! Also, don't forget to subscribe as I will be posting new videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST! Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: www.amazon.com/Antonio-J.-Webb/e/B00OYN1LRA Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com twitter.com/drwebb82 facebook.com/awebbmd kzbin.info instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook

[@mdlm2011]

I appreciate you taking the time to respond! Thanks!

[@af7318]

What was your GPA when you first applied?

[@prettyladior]

I am in the situation as you were. I'm currently active duty Air Force stationed in San Antonio. I attend night classes at St. Philips. I just decided to pursue the route of MD instead of nursing. Where did you get your bachelors from? And how long did it take you? The Air Force has a couple of commissioning programs that allow enlisted members to go to a post bac program at USUHS that helps them get into med school but requires additional service commitment. I'm considering just getting out the AirForce once my enlistment is up and attend med school using the GI bill. I would love some advice on that aspect as well. I love your videos bro!

[@aaaa8784]

You’ve met with Myron Rolle?!

[@antoniowebbmd]

No, but I am aware of him

[@deprogramm]

DOC! Does the military offer a path to become a medic/surgeon for the military? Or does it all have to come from outside?

[@antoniowebbmd]

Yes, you can be enlisted and become a medic or go to the military medical school (USHUS) and become a surgeon that way

[@jurquiza97]

How do you shadow someone in a hospital ? If you don’t work in one or know any personal in hospital

[@chigozienjoku2377]

Hey Dr. Webb First of all I would like to thank you for these videos you post they are very helpful and, give me motivation in my process. I am active duty in the army so due to my job online courses are where bulk of my credits are going to come from will that be something that will hinder me in being accepted into medical school or does this vary?

[@KevinCummingsFitness]

I work in a jail and sleep is not very common

[@miasinclair1770]

What was the college degree?

[@roqueantoniojrsaldivar3203]

Thank u

[@fredcameron1590]

My niece born in Canada, i would like to go medical school in US .will she be able to get any grants or loans to help her. Her marks are very good high 90% . She will not be ready for another year .thanks for your help!

[@darcyliliana4907]

I have a question? If you go to unpopular college can you still get into medical school?

[@dnm9931]

So for the times you got rejected what did you do while preparing to apply again?? Thank you for your vids, you're truly a role model.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Retake MCAT, hired a tutor, took prep courses, did a post bac, etc

[@DrSiska-kb6jz]

Hi dr.Webb can I ask, whats the name is your graduated program. I would like to know more about it and google it

[@c.h.9135]

Hey Dr. Webb what are you thoughts on PA’s and NP ‘s ??

[@antoniowebbmd]

I work with both. Good career choices. Good lifestyle and pay! I would consider either route if interested!

[@myatthaeoo3283]

thank you so much for such an inspiration video. My GPA is not up to the Med School level, and I am thinking whether I should do post-bac or go to Caribbean... do you retake the MCAT and what was the post-bac that you choose??

[@deeznutz5844]

Dr. Webb, did you take most of your pre reqs at a cc or university, and do you believe it affects med school admissions, if most of the pre reqs were taken at a CC?

[@Betty309]

Hi Antonio I am currently in the milatary and badly want to become a doctor. I have only one year of college coming into the navy and plan on continuing my education for a bachelors degree. I know I will also have to do a mixture of online and in person classes. With that being said does the medical schools question about some of the online classes that you took? Most of my classes I will try to take in person using the TA but when I deploy I want to continue to take classes. And I hear you say you’ve went to about 6 different schools and could only imagine that they questioned it. If you can please give me some insight. Thanks!

[@miasinclair1770]

Does your friend wish he would of gone to the military before med school or is he happy with his decision? I'm not sure if I want to join the military now or after med school (if I even get in)

[@aamirrazak3467]

Thanks for sharing Dr Webb, what a remarkable and inspiring story! Just curious, do you recommend a post bac or a masters program? Does a masters program give you a good chance to get accepted to a school if you’re undergrad gpa wasn’t quite high enough for admission at first?

[@antoniowebbmd]

Either one. Pay attention to costs. Find a program (masters or post bac) with a direct linkage to the medical school. These are the best ones.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Also check out this video In this video with Dr. Judianne Kellaway, Associate Dean for Admissions at the Long School of Medicine, in San Antonio, Texas about tips for applying to medical school, the do's and dont's of applying and dispelling common myths about the application cycle! Dont forget to subscribe also! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJ6vkphpYr6HhJY

[@aamirrazak3467]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. thanks for your reply I really appreciate it! I’ve asked an admissions director if doing a masters or post bac would be better for someone in my situation, and she said doing well in a masters and demonstrating a good MCAT score would help my case, so I’ve elected to do a masters. One I applied to that I’m thinking of going to provides courses similar to what first year medical students take, and I’m thinking of doing that. They say many of their students within a year of graduating tell them they get accepted to school, and they have an automatic interview criteria w their school also (its through the graduate division at the medical school). The cost is a bit steep though, and they don’t seem to offer much by way of financial assistance. Sorry for the long post Dr. Webb, but i just wanted to know what you’d think? Would this be a viable program/is it worth it, and how do you think I could go about paying for it? Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated!!

[@annahill4552]

For the GEMS program- did u go to GUSOM after ur post bacc. Also if you did, did u go into your 2nd year at GUSOM?

[@antoniowebbmd]

Yes, I matriculated into GUSOM as a 1st year after the GEMS year

[@mrs.martinez3676]

Hello! Do medical schools look at undergrad GPA or post-bacc/Masters degree GPA? (for the students that did not do so well in undergrad and now have to take a post-bacc/masters degree)

[@salmaparvin7661]

How old are you

[@kidxclusive]

The 10 dislikes were because there was no acceptance letter posted on the screen 😂

[@Dee-oq5ms]

Any masters? I was considering a MSN in education.

[@Dee-oq5ms]

I have a 3.5 in nursing I just wanted to boost myself up.

[@lf0153]

So I could apply to medical school before I graduate with my bachelor's?

[@antoniowebbmd]

Yes, but you must complete your degree prior to starting

[@MATTicall]

now i feel bad for thinking nursing school looked hard.

[@antoniowebbmd]

ha, congrats on getting through though!

[@Msmabintistar]

Did you have any research experience?

[@antoniowebbmd]

+Haja Kargbo No, I did not have any research experience

[@Msmabintistar]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. thanks for replying! :)

[@passionateberry]

How do you apply to get in to a post-bacc?

[@antoniowebbmd]

Usually you start with a google search and see which ones are out there and then apply from there

[@passionateberry]

I meant to ask what is required to get into a post-bacc? Do you need letters of recommendation, a high GRE score, and leadership experience?

[@Msmabintistar]

*also I tried going on your website, it keeps downloading a document. When I click on the document it pulls up the bing search engine.

[@antoniowebbmd]

+Haja Kargbo Hi what browser are you trying to access the website from?

[@Msmabintistar]

Google chrome

[@antoniowebbmd]

I will look into it. Thanks!

[@Msmabintistar]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. hey Dr. Webb. Just wanted to update you. I was able to get on the website today when I tried using my phone. Something must have been wrong with the desktop I used. Website looks great! Thanks again :)

[@arslananjum320]

What was your GPA in high school?

[@antoniowebbmd]

I graduated in the top 5% of my class with honors. I dont recall my actual GPA but I believe it was around 3.7-3.8

[@mooncactus404]

How many of years of total would it take for everything ? I’m interested but I’m not sure yet if I should Pursue more into the medical field I’m currently 19and clueless Thanks in advance

[@mooncactus404]

(Orthopedist)

[@pathbasics]

@@mooncactus404 3-5 years of undergrad (depending on program/motivation to finish). Medical school is 4 years. Residency/specialty is another 2-4 years (depending on what you go into). So you can expect at least 10 years of school and such before you take the title of a doctor.

[@aky19832001]

High GPA and a competitive Mcat. Mcat beats GPA. Always. And it typically is true that how you prefrom on standardized exams remains to be consistent through out your life. All the students I know who got 245 and above on step 1 had stellar mcats.All of them. .

[@maxmustermann-hf7vw]

So you want to tell me that you slept 4h a day for 7 years? yea im sorry i call bullshit. How tf is that supposed to work, for anyone....

[@guirguisd]

STEP 1: Apply BLACK

[@miasinclair1770]

What was the college degree?