How you CAN do medicine as a second career

[@sorenesschampion]

I'm in my first year of Med School. I am 43 y/o, married, have 2 kids in college. I was a PT for 17 years. I consider my past a huge benefit to being in med school! Although science classes are difficult due to the time that has elapsed from my undergrad years. Overall, my PT experience helps with clinical application of information as well as learning clinical skills. Anyone can do it, if you can dedicate yourself to it!!!

[@3anesthesiame40]

That's inspiring thank you so much for sharing

[@joydubyadee]

I’m inspired. Late 30’s here and want to be a dentist :).

[@vanessamariegonzalez4745]

Thank you for this comment - I’m married w/2 kids mid 30’s and have been working in the behavioral/mental health field for 12 years & now I’m researching pediatric psychiatry 😅

[@esraaelbaz598]

can you help me , i want to study medicine !

[@James_dtfllc]

My path to med school is as follows High school, Army, Police Officer, EMT, and med student.

[@vince11harris]

Wow. That’s awesome. Is this your first year of Med school?

[@glencmac]

I'm 63yo. Applied to 57 schools, got accepted to one. I am in the match this year. I applied to 200 programs. Got 4 interviews. I think there could be a time limit.

[@3anesthesiame40]

Glen, I am really rooting for you! You’re a huge inspiration..🙏🏾

[@glencmac]

@@3anesthesiame40 THANK YOU!!!!

[@dumbphonemom]

How did the match go? :)

[@glencmac]

@@dumbphonemom Alas, no residency for old men. So, I'm retiring.

[@3anesthesiame40]

I’m so sorry to hear that, Glen. Each year is different and I really hope you reconsider next yr..if not, you are a physician nonetheless and your story is truly awe-inspiring.

[@alexisdior90]

I’m 33 and returning to complete my undergrad this fall. My goal is to become an anesthesiologist as well so your videos are inspiring and motivating ❤

[@justfit71]

Congratulations 🎉

[@onajones8163]

Oh my! I found you today and what a coincidence of you posting this video today... I’m encouraged to know it’s never too late.. even starting at 30

[@3anesthesiame40]

It never is, don't ever stop.

[@onajones8163]

@@3anesthesiame40 With the grace of God, I won’t. Thank you for the encouragement Dr. so inspiring!!

[@monikabapna]

As a nontraditional incoming med student, I LOVE that this video is out there! Thanks for putting this out there!

[@3anesthesiame40]

Thanks for watching!

[@joydubyadee]

Your videos are a blessing! I’m pushing 40 and want to be a dentist. Got heck of a life story to share :).

[@3anesthesiame40]

Thank you for watching.

[@adriannunez9473]

Thank you for talking about this and reminding us all that second careers are possible. I am 45 - I left the health care policy world to enter the nursing world as a nurse practitioner. Same concepts apply.

[@3anesthesiame40]

Thank you for watching

[@SarahCunningham71]

So glad this is out there. Maybe it’ll encourage someone at just the right time!

[@3anesthesiame40]

Sure hope so!!

[@theuscivicsnerd7070]

I’m trying to plot this out. I’ve done a few different jobs and have a pretty different bachelors degree. However, if it wasn’t for early medical intervention when I was an infantry I would not be here today. The surgery also while experimental had allowed me to live a normal and healthy life. I want to expand that. That’s my motivation to eventually go into medicine. When I was in Boy Scouts I also had excellent instruction from an emergency room nurse and one with my county’s public health department. I made use of those skills for more minor incidents with injuries and illnesses to myself, other Scouts, partners etc. in college during Covid I helped many get vaccines , navigate a confusing system and answer any questions. I also relayed accurate information. My motivation is to make a difference and to see if the impact that was put on me can be multiplied.

[@triotetra4261]

I'm so excited to study Anesthesia....😍😍 love u Dr for giving such support and informations I love watching ur videos.. And I'm from INDIA🇮🇳 A fan of yours from INDIA.....😍

[@3anesthesiame40]

Thank you for watching. Stay tuned for a lot more.

[@jeff4762]

Currently in my third year of pursuing my degree in early childhood education. It was only when I started my preservice training that I was exposed to concepts like child development and pediatric illness. It was then that I knew I was born to be a pediatrician. Many say I should have shifted to a premed degree. But I believe I don’t have to choose between having “LPT” and “MD” after my name. I believe I can have both! Thank you so much for this 💙

[@royshobbycorner]

Great video Dr. Francois! Just recently discovered your channel. I am 36 y/o and I interviewed for the first time this application cycle after trying for many years. I am also a non-trad, second career applicant. Fingers crossed for my application this cycle! :)

[@nonaskitchen923]

Hello.....how did it go. Are you in now

[@royshobbycorner]

@@nonaskitchen923 Hello! no, I've moved on. :)

[@amberah16]

Found your Videos searching KZbin and Might I say you are such an inspiration Dr.Francois. I grew up in the Bronx in forest project. I'm Currently an LPN attended Registered Nurse School and I have always wanted to Worked in Anesthesia in a future either as A CRNA OR Anesthesiologist. but seem to lack confident in myself. WATCHing your video give me hope that maybe one day i can make it. THAnk again for sharing your journey it mean a lot to me as a women of color

[@3anesthesiame40]

Wow, thanks for watching Amber! This is encouraging..I hope you pursue your dream because you CAN do it! You’ve already come this far! All the best to you!❤️

[@johnkunsulte8552]

I'm a dentist and planning to study medicine

[@wisdomok99]

International trained why not dentistry ?

[@yusufahmed35]

Hey Dr. Francois! Thanks so much for the video. Wondering if you could talk about the flexibility of anesthesia in a different video - it's unclear what schedules are realistic and what schedules are unrealistic! I.e no call schedules, schedules with night call (i.e no 24 hour call), schedules at 0.8FTE, schedules with 2 or 3 weekdays plus 1 call day (more days off).

[@3anesthesiame40]

Hi Yusuf, great suggestion! Yes it really does vary a lot depending on where you work! Thanks for watching.

[@bemotivateandinspire1237]

Oh my god l!! I was looking for this kind of video Thankyou so much

[@donnaphones3884]

I have worked in public health policy for many years. I wanted to join medical school when I was in my 20's but since I was an immigrant, I could not get any student loans. The desire to study medicine remained and I have enjoyed working alongside doctors to develop policies. I hope to apply to medical school next year in 2023. I will br 48 years old. I am a bit concerned about managing the study workload as I have been going through menopause and sometimes struggle with fatigue. Can you provide some advice? Do you know any women who have completed medical school in their 50's or 60's?

[@cberryman9189]

Another great video! I believe I read somewhere that 35+ yo applicants represent approximately 1% of med students in the US. It’s encouraging to see that I’m not the only one considering a career change later than I should have. But I’m done focusing on age. I did see a video where someone recommended NOT mentioning your children in your personal statement. As a mom who put aside my career ambitions specifically to become a better mother I think my family represents a big part of my story/journey to med school. What do you think? And also, could you do a video on how to write a good personal statement? I won’t be applying for a couple more years but I’m trying to get a head start lol.

[@3anesthesiame40]

Definitely things I will make in the videos to come. Thanks for watching and stay tuned

[@reley6392]

Thank you for the encouragement

[@Doc_McStuffins]

I will enter med school this year at 38. Woop, woop! Thanks for the video! How did you handle the challenge of to a new state and the uncertainty of not knowing where you would train? I am finding that aspect stressful, as my spouse is settled in his career and unable to move for now.

[@esraaelbaz598]

i am 22 years old , and i am a nursing student, but I can't forget my real dream 🥺 ! what should i do

[@keri471]

Is it possible for an international student to get scholarships to study medicine in the USA? I am a Chemical Engineer but I still want to study medicine but I feel like age is running away from me although I am 28 this year.

[@okidokidoc]

Looooove this video! ❤️ thank you, Doc!

[@lisaatkinson7812]

Happy holidays thank you for this video. I am a non traditional student. I didnt even start the prerequisite course yet. Do you have a a skin routine video. Your glowing!!!!

[@3anesthesiame40]

Thank you and thanks for watching! I don’t actually have one yet..

[@lisaatkinson7812]

@@3anesthesiame40 your welcome!!!!

[@music528]

Hello, thank you for this video. I'm been contemplating about going into the healthcare as a second career. I keep hearing negative feedback and not to pursue it at this stage in life. I'm concerned about the time and finances to do this.

[@pan0rahmah]

Im looking into applying to med school after my dpt degree i want to work as a PT but now my goal has changed and im leaning towards med school i hope im making a good choice

[@alexandra734]

I am 19 years old and from October I will be a student of electronic engineering and telecommunications, but in my soul I know that medicine is the thing I want to do every day until the end of my life. Is it too late to start medicine next year?

[@SimplicityBeatz]

Providing anesthesia is a dream job of mines. I don't think I can do 12 years of schooling to become an anesthesiologist. I will consider CRNA school though.

[@3anesthesiame40]

A great option! Go for it!

[@carengarcon201]

have the same name as you and if i'm assuming you're haitian based on your last name then that's 3 things we have in common! (technically still in med school but you get the point)

[@3anesthesiame40]

Hey Caren! My husband’s family is Haitian but mine are from Jamaica, Antigua. But we’re still in the sisterhood! ♥️ Thanks for watching

[@januelcobb9331]

Happy merry Christmas

[@3anesthesiame40]

Same to you, and a happy new year.

[@forever_golfer1981]

I’m going to have to

[@monicagonzalez1889]

I really want to get into this field , i think I’m just researching the part if I mess up on a patient 😞

[@3anesthesiame40]

Don’t focus on that, or you’ll feel overwhelmed. Every job has its challenges..don’t let it stop you! All the best to you!

[@monicagonzalez1889]

Thank you so much ✨

[@alek7195]

Im thinking of going to med school for either radiology or anesthesiology, I was just wondering if the hours are harsh? ie: do you work weekends? Do you work holidays like christmas? how many hours in a 7-day week?

[@3anesthesiame40]

Hi Alek, thanks for watching! It really depends where you work. For me, in a non-private practice setting, I have reasonable hours and if full time, you will likely work weekends in this type of setting. If you work in a small group you’ll probably work the holidays more often. In my particular case I’m frequently able to get the holidays off ( I was off on Christmas). In a typical week I work about 50 hours (varies if I’m on call).

[@zakiya3173]

I have a question. Are non-degree holders able to get into medical school? I can see how an RN or someone in a stem field is able to transition to medicine but how would that look for someone with no bachelors, no college credits, and worked a regular trade job?

[@3anesthesiame40]

College degree/Pre-requisite courses are required for application to medical school. It is quite competitive so your best bet is matriculation into an undergraduate degree program on a pre-medical track or completing those courses in a post-bachelors program if someone had a different career path before wanting to become a doctor (even RNs do this). You won’t be able to apply any other way.