HPSP: Commissioned Officer Training week 1.

[@sirralph2859]

I like how he says, "you wake up, get yelled at", "you eat breakfast, then get yelled at" just so casually

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

SirRalph hahaha that is exactly how casual it is though! Don't forget to subscribe!

[@trevorwalden6097]

Because it is casual

[@saanyolsuswam699]

I'm so happy to have found your channel! I am currently in the application process for the med HPSP and your content is so informative. Keep up the great work and I wish you all the best!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Let me know if theres any content youd like covered too!

[@Tahassaleem]

how do you get this scholship ?

[@Spaceshotx7]

Why do they have strict military discipline in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps?

[@sds6303]

What about physical fitness? I’m thinking about joining this however working out hardcore is a MUST for me.

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

You workout most mornings... Although the workouts I'd say weren't very challenging during officer school. After training you're welcome to continue working out on your own time.

[@zoy13]

You are doing the process to become a Ensign

[@jazzlyngonzalez930]

Just found this video! How many weeks was the training?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

My training was 5 weeks but I'm not sure how long they are doing doing training now

[@ErikaCorrea]

Great video! I'll be commissioning as a dentist in 3 years so this video was helpful. I don't know how I will handle the yelling but I'll keep your tips in mind. Is this training in Rhode island? Do you get free time to explore while you're there?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

You'll do just fine! The training will be in Alabama at Maxwell Airforce base! You w ok not have much time, but the last week of training you may have some free time!

[@graceschmidt1826]

What did the physical training look like each day? Were there routine workouts you would do each morning? Also, do you have contact (either over the phone or in person) with any loved ones during the training?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Workouts were very mild. You typically work for like 30-40 min every other day and could be a run, or stationary exercises. It was very low intensity unless you aren't a very athletic person you shouldn't struggle much.

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

They never take your personal items so yes I was texting my family at night and you usually get inperson phone privileges by the end of week 1.

[@sds6303]

That sucks about the physical fitness. I want intense workouts like weight lifting, hiit, martial arts, etc. Why don’t they train the Navy like the do the Marines & Army?

[@Commander-Arcamus-]

I just got accepted myself as an Podiatric Medical Student and now Commissioned Officer 2nd Lieutenant, got any tips in general to better discipline and/or prepare myself? As of now I'm trying to wake up earlier, and trying to incorporate physical demands

[@ladypixie15]

Do you know if enlisted Marines would have to do all phases of COT as well?

[@ladypixie15]

Also how do people who are afraid of heights overcome obstacles?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Hello great questions! For COT they were transitioning from 5 week class to the full 10 week course. And yes prior enlisted were still required to go through the entire process! As for people who are afraid of heights yes I had some in my flight and they did overcome their fear of heights to do some mild height obstacles, but nothing crazy.

[@kelseypruitt5192]

Which black backpack do you recommend? Thanks for your help in advance!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Kelsey Pruitt hey thanks for watching! Really any black back pack is ok. I had an Oakley one that I wore from school. You really only use it to carry your class materials. The bag I'm wearing in this video is a camel back that they will require you to buy for the program. You'll have to wear that the entire time you're there. Don't forget to subscribe!

[@kelseypruitt5192]

Subscribed! :) Thanks for the clarifying information! I'm heading to COT next week and am currently trying to collect all necessary items. Your videos are great. Thanks for sharing, and congratulations to you!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Kelsey Pruitt no problem and thanks!!! If any questions come up while you're there don't hesitate to ask! Hope it goes great and good luck!!

[@ElohimEssaim]

Music?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

The source is Audio Library. I can't remember the song, but here's the link. They have a bunch of great stuff to use: kzbin.infomusic

[@isaacgarlobo5815]

Do they train you on hand to hand combat and how to use a fire arm?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

No, but they may add some of that stuff when it transitions to the 10 wk program.

[@BlazerBrass]

Thanks for showing what an average say is like in officer training, this is exactly what I was looking for. I graduated pharmacy school and am interested in being a pharmacist in the military, but I'm not really sure where to start. I'm just trying to figure out if this is something I should pursue.

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

I'm glad these videos are helpful! Hope everything gets figured out!

[@corrinehuffman784]

I’m already enlisted. So I feel like me going to OTS won’t be such a shocker like it is for other ppl .

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

If you're already enlisted, this will be a cake walk for you!

[@anniehuang2645]

Are you allowed to have a fitness tracker like samsung gear to track the PT?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Annie Huang yes! Just make sure it's not a noticeable color. Normally, black is the only thing you're allowed to have. Dont forget to subscribe! I'll be posting another update about COT this week!

[@anniehuang2645]

Student Physician Network Thanks so much for the info! I appreciate your channel, what camera are you using?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Annie Huang thanks!! Sometimes I use a Nikon D3200, but lately I've just been using my cell phone. It provides comparatively great video and I feel like the sound quality is a little better!

[@anniehuang2645]

Student Physician Network wow! You're allowed to use a cell phone during COT?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Annie Huang thanks. You are allowed to use cell phones when specifically given privileges. Otherwise you are not authorized use of a cell phone.

[@densestlemon6241]

Hi there! I’m hoping to be a military doctor some day in the future, and I wondered, what was your undergrad GPA and MCAT score to be accepted into the HPSP program?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

So I had a 507 MCAT. If you get at least a 505 and no less than 125 on each section you automatically get accepted. You need at least a 503 and no less than 123 on each section to get interviewed for a spot. My GPA was 3.8 but I think a 3.4 is a qualifier for automatic acceptance while 3.2 is the minimum! Dont forget to subscribe!

[@densestlemon6241]

Student Physician Network oh wow, so you mean if you meet those requirements you’re accepted into the program, no questions asked? I hadn’t heard that before, but I’m definitely happy to find that out!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Densestlemon Densestlemon that may be misleading. I think a more accurate term is pre approved. But that's how it happened for me. I didnt have to go through an application process and It seemed like i was automatically accepted. I also was accepted into school way early compared to most people so perhaps that was a factor too!

[@planningreelalaska4121]

Is this the same for air guard medical officers?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Hmmm I'm really not sure. I know the program slightly varies based on what force you do. But the training I'm not sure

[@marcusbrandt1137]

Army Medical Recruiter here send me your questions!

[@marcusbrandt1137]

Darion Crawford waivers are case by case for approval or denial. You can still apply with a waiver.

[@miliandealba5095]

How does is work for dentist?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Milian Dominguez HPSP?? It works almost identical as it does for a med student

[@CompiChao]

i am a captain and going to COT soon, do I get my own room if I am an officer?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

You'll get the same room like everyone else does (since everyone going to COT is a commissioned officer). Very similar to what was shown in my COT 1 video! The captains in my group both had a roommate and we had a major that had a roommate as well. It's very similar to a college dorm room.

[@CompiChao]

thank you!@@StudentPhysicianNetwork

[@isaacgarlobo5815]

I have a question, i am currently getting ready to apply to medical school and take my mcat and i am really considering hpsp but i dont know what branch to pick because bc as a doctor in the militarily i dont want to be stuck in the hospital but i want to be "in combat or front lines" and i dont know exactly what" job" as doctor i need to be looking for in the militarily ?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

I would say Army would have more opportunities to be closer to combat than airforce. However, as a doctor you wont typically be in combat at all. That is more of a medic role (but there are opportunities though). I would recommend looking into Army HPSP and going into a GMO role if you're really itching to be closer to combat otherwise reevaluate whether you want to be a doc and look into a medic role ( which is more like an EMT)--not sure how to go that route though.

[@Chelpey]

So you only do the training for 30 days ? And then you can go home/back to school

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

I'm sorry this comment must of slipped by my attention! Yes, you do the training then go back home. Some people, depending on where they are at in the program may have to go to something else like AMP (Normally done your second year). It's just a 2 week class in Ohio that discusses Aerospace medicine.

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Don't forget to subscribe!

[@jayrathod4169]

Hey, thanks for the videos, they're super informative!! I leave for COT Sunday for the 18-05 class and just wanted to know what you thought of the initial fitness test. Thanks in advance!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Jay Rathod the initial PT test isn't too bad as long as you've been working out at least a little bit. I would make sure you can do at least 40 push ups, 40 situps, and run 1.5 miles under 12 min to be safe. Otherwise try for 50,50, and under 11 min, that got me in the 95 percentile

[@christianaspiras7635]

Is this the summer after you graduated college? Were you in AFROTC in college?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Christian Aspiras, for me yes. However, you can do COT either the summer before medschool or the summer after your first year. I am not apart of ROTC. COT is a 5 week program. I encourage you to subscribe to the channel for more updates!

[@bevbean]

Do you remember how long into COT you received any phone / email privileges?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Beverly Bean our flight cc gave us cell privileges to call home the 3rd day. We officially got phone privileges at night after the first week.

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Beverly Bean dont forget to subscribe!

[@simplyyjhez]

Is this the same process for the army as an HPSP candidate ?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Yes it should be very very similar

[@ricabaccay]

Do you know how this works for Nurses?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Are you referring to COT or HPSP? From what I understand nursing HPSP is almost identical to medical HPSP, the difference being in the amount of time commitment for nursing (nursing being a shorter program).

[@cynthialeaf8358]

And now the pattern of the BDU's has changed!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Cynthia Leaf yes! It's kind of annoying since I just bought the ABUs and they start selling the new ones next month!!🙄

[@jackras6139]

What’s the “getting yelled at” like? I’m not trying to sound like the stereotypical young guy, but I don’t tolerate any level of disrespect. Now I’m sure that the director above you isn’t being disrespectful in any way, but I still don’t really know how well I would receive it lmao

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

So they'll never attack you personally while yelling but they are more likely to yell about your actions and yell commands to fix them. Its more about correcting your actions than yelling at you as a person

[@alanf403]

@jack ras "but I don’t tolerate any level of disrespect" Time for you to look for another career young man.

[@jackras6139]

@@alanf403 You're probably right. It's a shame, I was really looking forward to committing war crimes and dying for oil. I was hoping maybe I'd be the one who got to hit the big red button for one of those drone strikes that kills dozens of innocent Muslims, it looked so fun! jokes (are they though?) aside, I don't think not tolerating disrespect is disqualifying of any job. obviously, it's clear that I didn't mean I would snap uncontrollably at the smallest level of criticism, but screaming in the faces of people to prove your dominance over them is just rude, unnecessary, and dehumanizing. But hey, it has been the USA's practice to dehumanize their soldiers to get them to do whatever they want.

[@alanf403]

​@@jackras6139 Slow your roll there Sparky! I'm just saying, this is the U.S. Air Force where I am an Airman first and a Nurse second. You think an attending isn't going to rip you a new ass sometime during your PGY1? I served my country well and worked with a great team of like minded Docs and Nurses. In all honesty, some of the writings in your diatribe would probably surface during your scope and without a clearance we can't use you.

[@rianycadag2049]

I was just wondering how competitive it is to join? Are they taking all applicants that are licensed? Thanks

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

What do you mean by liscensed? Like accepted to Medical school? If youre accepted you'll have to go through an application process and interview. Shouldnt be too terribly hard to get in.

[@OfficialJamesGardner]

Hey man so I wanted to go into UMKC accelerated program. It’s bachelors and MD combined. So it’s only six years instead of 8. Could I still do the hpsp program?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

That sounds like a really great way to go. Unfortunately, I can't be certain, but there is no reason that you still shouldn't be able to! I'd say talk to a recruiter and find out! The Airforce is always looking for new applicants and there is no reason they'd turn you away because of your special circumstance. Let me know if you have any other questions pertaining to HPSP I'd be glad to help. Hope this helps! Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned for more videos!

[@jameslawe7895]

DJ, Your videos are very informative, especially considering I cannot find much information on this scholarship program with the education center on base. I was curious, do you know of a centralized location on the internet that has all the information on this program? This definitely seems like the smart thing to do in order to prevent debt, but I wanna make sure I make the right choice. Thanks in advance! JLaw

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Hey James; glad these videos are a help. There is an HPSP factsheet online that I will provide the link to at the bottom of this comment. It is helpful, but it only seems to discuss the positives for HPSP. There are potential drawbacks of HPSP that I have addressed in prior videos, but not to the extent that I would like. I will be putting up a video on that information later. The important thing to realize is that this program is not for everyone, so, you need to take your time to deterine if this is the right path for you. I would try to talk to people in the program that are attending your medical school or the school you will be attending. Stay tuned and don't forget to subscribe! www.airforcemedicine.af.mil/Media-Center/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/425437/hpsp-fact-sheet/

[@studentdoctor2lt625]

Hi! Super awesome video! I may, or may not make it to COT this summer (depending on when/if my contract and necessary paperwork go through). However, will they let you know before hand if we will need to purchase the ABU or the new OCP uniforms that are being phased in and are in use at some bases state side? Again, great video and I cant wait to officially be 2nd LT!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Thanks for watching! As for your question, they may let you know, but if you dont find out they will take a group to buy your uniforms, supplies, etc. I would call the altering store at Maxwell and ask if they've transitioned to OCPs for Officer School! If you're in HPSP you could also send an email to Kelly Adams and ask! Hopefully that was somewhat helpful! If you have any other questions I'll try to get back to you as fast as I can! Good luck LT!

[@studentdoctor2lt625]

@@StudentPhysicianNetwork that is very helpful!! Thank you!

[@laptopsformilitarydocs4440]

Thanks for the informative video!

[@jamaalevans1364]

Do you have a roommate? Do some people not have roommates?

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Jamaal Evans, I do have one roommate! Everyone has one roommate in your dorms where you will have dorm inspections. I will be interviewing my roommate in the next video!

[@jamaalevans1364]

Thanks your videos are great.

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

Jamaal Evans thanks man I appreciate it! I'm trying to get a little better with each video!

[@kelsipilcher5818]

Hi! Do you know any JAG's with a YT channel??

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

I dont!! I was trying to make time to do a video with a JAG, but we can out of time at officer school! But you could subscribe anyway😊

[@idhungw]

Hi there. I'll be leaving for cot next month. Thanks for your information. My question is after you graduate from cot do they ship you right to your home base or can you return home to gather your belongings and then go to your home base? Thanks again!

[@StudentPhysicianNetwork]

idhungw it really depends on your program. For me since I'm going to school still I got sent home to go to school. For others I believe they give you travel days to move from your home to your new location. They usually give about 10 days to find somewhere to live too.

[@idhungw]

I was looking for cot information to remind me of what I went through at cot and came to your channel without realizing that I came to your channel four years ago. Man how four years in the Air Force flew by. Just surpassed my four year mark in September.