Med School Life Update | Chit Chat GRWM

[@gigileon25]

I am 25 years old, married with two children and recently...I've had a strong desire, a will, an inner call... begging, SCREAMING to be an emergency medicine doctor! I had a rough upbringing. "Rough" is lightly putting it. Long story short: I was never a good student because I never had anyone at home to help or even care about my homework, grades, attendance, etc. -high school dropout.- Fast forward to present day. Graves' disease, heart failure, total thyroidectomy, marriage, kids, financial burdens, and a plethora of other issues, made me "grow up"and mature. At age 23 I realized the importance of an education and a degree. I'm studying radiography at my local community college. My cumulative gpa is 3.81. I am the student always up front, taking notes and participating in class. I truly have acquired a love of learning. It's amazing to experience this "happiness" in learning. BUT... my inner me reeeeeallyyyyyyy wants to go into medicine. Specifically emergency medicine. I can't bring myself up to it because I am afraid to miss out in my children's lives. School plays, Halloween parades, class parties, pta/ class mom meetings. The soccer games and dance classes. I never experienced that as a child. I was the kid in school plays- searching to see my mom or dad in the audience... but knowing deep down inside- they would never be there. A bit sad I know, but you can see why I am so involved with my kids. I am there for every milestone, every school event , I am always there on time, everyday to pick them from school dismissal. THAT is what holds me up from pursuing my dream career. I am afraid of missing out on precious moments. That is why I choose not to pursue medicine. The studying, stress, residency, and years of education doesn't bother me at all. It's the fear of missing out in my children's lives that does. I am probably making this bigger issue than it its... and all this may sound a bit depressing lol. I live vicariously through your videos. I imagine myself in med school. I watch your videos and several other KZbin videos, follow Facebook pages, blogs, you name it, all about emergency medicine, med school and surgeries. Your channel gives my inner "doctor me" life. Thank you. I'm cheering you on girl. I'm wishing ya the best :)

[@pricillacvanterpool6549]

Gigi Leon-Gonzalez Hope you went after your dream. As long as you have a vision make it happen. And planning planning is key.

[@RockWithRonee]

I really love your videos, Jenny. You're so inspirational! I've been married for three years now and my husband and I have experienced the same issue. We also read the Five Love Languages and it has helped us tremendously. He shows love through giving and receiving gifts, while I show love through affirmation. That book is so amazing! Thank you for sharing the intimate details of your personal life. I think it is a great way to connect with your subscribers. It's nice to know that we all experience the same trials and tribulations in our lives.

[@RoseyyLi14]

Jenny, I'm in my second year of kinesiology and you are honestly such an inspiration. You remind me that you can have a life outside of school and still do well academically. Keep up the amazing work, you're going to go so far in life!

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much! Tell us more about what school in Kinesiology entails!

[@markos1491]

You are so smart and so gorgeous! I am really glad that things are starting to go your own way. Congratulations on the wedding!

[@Kenton-Habiba]

love your message and channel. I am a medical doctor who finished med school in 2000 and went on to do Internal medicine & have a solo practice. Love to see other inspiring females. Good luck -Habiba

[@aniagui530]

Currently still undergrad , from Texas the way bottom of it to be exact lol . I'm very certain in going into the medical field , I at times take a moment and step back and think if I were to not be studying biology what els I would want to pursue and nothing interests me more than bio. I'm wanting to be an ophthalmologist but I also know once I would get into med school I would be exposed to so many other interesting body parts and all . I love how you state in the video about you and your other classmates/friends wanting to be In control all the time because that's certainly me ! Lol love your videos !! Much love ❤️

[@Jacciix]

Hey I really love your videos! I am Jacqueline from Germany and I want to study medicine in a few years. You are a real inspiration for me because you show us that you can study medicine and still keep up with other things in life. A lot of love from Germany xx

[@Nana-ng2gx]

Hey, I'm a first year med student. I usually don't leave comments but, I have to say I love watching your videos and hearing your opinions on things. I love that you're giving us a general idea of things to expect and little tips and tricks to use in studying, rotations, how to put your best foot forward. Thank you so much for taking the time to make and edit these vids - that's impeccable time management skills! Looking forward to more of your videos :)

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for commenting. It honestly makes me feel so happy to know that I am helping someone. Enjoy medical school - it goes by fast!!

[@caitlincarter7915]

I'm starting at a DO in August and your videos have been so helpful! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Good luck in the match, I hope you're happy with the outcome. Can't wait to hear about it!

[@drjennale]

Congratulations!! Medical school is amazing. I am sure you will enjoy it.

[@salsaplease]

I feel like all too often it's easy to get caught up in the general idea of being a doctor and all the positives associated with the career. Could you make a video about the potential cons of becoming a doctor? for instance, concerns about insurance companies or being overworked, etc. ? Thanks :)

[@drjennale]

That is a great idea! I will add it to my list of videos to film.

[@salsaplease]

Yay haha can't wait. thanks for responding!

[@sheylahernandez2941]

omg! please do. that would be amazing. Not to discourage anyone or anything like that but it would definitely set my feet on ground. I myself am an aspiring OBGYN, but i just want to know its not just a romanticized idea. Currently working my way up, but i want to know from an inside perspective :)

[@volleywilsonsophia]

I love you!!! Watching your videos has inspired me throughout school to keep going. I am so excited for med school

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much!! Med school is amazing, you'll love it.

[@chinad723]

Love this! So glad I found your channel! I am currently a 2nd semester Junior in nursing school and then I am headed to med school to get my doctorates in order to become a CRNA. Still have a long road but love watching others on the medical path too!

[@mariahpasswaters-stamper1629]

Thank you for making videos! You are inspirational and your perspective is so refreshing, relatable, and educational! I would love to have a doctor like you someday and hope to follow in your path!

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much!

[@hannahchung2907]

Hi I'm a second year undergrad trying to decide whether or not to pursue med school and I recently found your channel and I'm absolutely loving all your videos! You're super down to earth and you give real and honest advice! Keep doing you because you rock! :)

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for watching! I hope you figure out what it is you want to do.

[@andreasbeauty3041]

I love your channel Im a 5th year pre med Student About to start my general surgery rotations un march Im from South America Venezuela

[@minimakki1842]

Hey! I love your videos. I am currently in high school but wanting to go into the medical field. I came across your channel and fell in love with it and you! You are truly an inspiration to me.

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@jasminebuchanan1236]

Hi Jenny! I'm a sophomore in high school and I've wanted to go into medicine to become a doctor since 6th grade. Your videos really help me put things into perspective and I love how humble you are about things. Thank you for making videos that are so full of information. I really can't wait to see what my future holds and congratulations on starting your residency this year.❤ Much love from Tennessee 💜

[@drjennale]

You are very lucky to know what you want to do so early! Thank you so much for watching :)

[@jasminebuchanan1236]

Jenny Le no, thank you for making videos! You don't know how much they help me!

[@cicikash6639]

I loved this video! Please do more videos like this! You are such a down-to-earth, awesome person ❤️❤️❤️

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much! :)

[@jessicabracamontes4880]

girl i love love love ur channel! sometimes im so busy with med school M2 that i forget im a female and that i love makeup and hair. . . and when i see u all cute it reminds me that i need to take care of myself

[@babywinnny]

Hi Jenny! I am from NYC and discovered your videos whilst watching other medical student vloggers. I went into college wanting to become a nurse, but now I am exploring other medical professions such as PA or NP. I am still trying to find myself and find that your videos provide a broad insight of what the medical field is like so I deeply appreciate it. I love how you're so humble and just genuinely passionate about this field, which is why I always click your video first when I see it in my subscriptions! Please try to upload more vlogs. Good luck on your matches, but I bet you dont need it hehehe

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much. I do want to do more VLOGS, I guess I just needed that reminder. The ophthalmologist I was with actually finished a Peds Residency before he started pursuing ophthalmology so it's never too late to change your mind. Best of luck on your medical journey!

[@giuliadibella4932]

Jenny! I got so excited to hear that you're in San Diego! That's where I'm from and I'm starting medical school in the fall!

[@drjennale]

Congratulations!! Thats amazing.

[@nelindlovu1727]

From South Africa! currently doing a science degree, hoping to get into med school next year. Your advice helps me out so much- and seeing you is so motivating. I love this channel

[@AM-vi7cs]

I'm Angie from FL and I just got into PA school! I love your channel!

[@ValentineLissar]

Hey, nice to meet you! Started intermittently watching your videos a month ago, and I like watching your stuff. I'm also a fourth year osteopathic student and I'm hoping to match IM. Definitely agree with how stressful third year with figuring out specialties and setting up rotations was since I've only done away rotations for my fourth year. My latter half of my fourth year has been superchill now that my sub I 's are done and nearly all of my interviews are done. I also love that you have the Anastasia palette! I have the modern Renaissance palette and its so wonderful and would recommend it!!! Thanks for this lovely chitchat.

[@ValentineLissar]

Haha, my parents were never openly affectionate with each other too.

[@drjennale]

Hello! These four years passed by so fast. I really can't believe we're starting residency in July. I wish you the best of luck. and "may whatever happens, be it the right thing that happens for you"

[@ValentineLissar]

Thanks and same to you!!!

[@emersynd.4556]

hi jenny! i love your videos and have been learning a lot through them - thank you! my name is emersyn. i live in philadelphia & have my masters in product design. i have been working in health care innovation for the past year, and from this exposure to the medical field/work alongside clinicians, i've realized i want to become a doctor! i'm now preparing to apply to post bac programs and then ultimately med school. excited to keep watching your videos & learn more about you!

[@drjennale]

Hi Emersyn. I'm so glad you found an interest in medicine. I've been to Philadelphia once and the architecture is so beautiful!

[@OliveHazyMama]

Hey Jenny! I'm finishing up bachelors degree in Washington State University, and hoping to go to Med school after. I love your honesty and contents of your videos. Good luck and keep staying strong!

[@drjennale]

Ekaterina Berulava Good luck! Lots of my friends are Cougs

[@gtelle8579]

Love your videos!! I'm from NY and I just got into pre med program so I'm excited but I am a sophomore in college! 😊

[@drjennale]

Hii !! That's awesome. I started pre med around the same time too. Good luck :)

[@catrocks89]

Hi Jenny! I'm a first year MD student, and I found your videos before I started last summer. They've sort of been my way of seeing that there's still hope for fun things in rotations after the first two years of mostly class work. I'm also long distance with my fiancee, so I know it's pretty tough to be separated from your significant other temporarily. It'll pass, and you'll be together soon where ever you match this year (how exciting!!).

[@drjennale]

Med school went by so fast! Enjoy every minute. How often do you get to see your fiancee?

[@catrocks89]

I'll definitely try to. First semester flew by for me lol. Usually we try to see each other for a four day weekend after every block exam (4 to 6 weeks), alternating who visits who. It works out just fine, but it's an adjustment since we lived together for nearly a year before I started school. We Facetime every day, so that really helps.

[@drjennale]

catrocks89 Same here. Stan would visit after big block exams. Hang in there! It constantly gets better

[@naomicole7192]

Hello my love! I'm going to matriculating this summer at my dream med school. I absolutely love your videos, they are so informative & get me pumped to start the journey. I'm not sure what I want to specialize in, but not gonna lie..that plastics clinic looks so cush lol best of luck this year! Besos 😘

[@drjennale]

Congratulations!! And yes, the plastic surgeons in LA are living the life. haha

[@vanhoot2234]

My father is an ophthalmologist. I wanted something that allowed me to walk with ppl in vulnerable moments. I also wanted to feel more fulfilled then I was at feeling working at the bank in tech. Love the vlog. Love the level of detail you go into about your rotations. I am not as interested by the make up but still love the level of detail.

[@cierradawn490]

Hi! I'm a senior in high school who is going into pre-med next year at my dream college! Love your videos!

[@drjennale]

That's awesome! Congratulations!!

[@USAkitten]

Hi Jenny!! My name is Anna, 17yrs old, and am a junior in college. I changed to biology last summer, and didn't decide to take the turn for med school until last July. So now I am playing catch up with my classes and trying to figure out what experience I need or what I need for my resume. My dream med school is University of Alabama at Birmingham and I may be transferring for my senior year in the fall if I can get money. That's basically where I'm at now, just excited to work to be a missionary doctor. :) Thank you so much for your videos and your care to help us pre-med/med students on this crazy journey!

[@drjennale]

Hi Anna!! I wish you luck on your journey. Most people take out school loans for medical school. In my humble opinion, don't like money be a factor in pursuing your dreams. I can always pay back loans after I become a doctor.

[@USAkitten]

Jenny Le That honestly was just what I needed to hear!! Thank you so much for being such a encouragement and for sharing your experiences and wisdom with us. And congratulations on nearing residency and being able to fully start your life with your husband. ☺️

[@drjennale]

3:16.Godistheway.4:13 Any time 🤓

[@elviratornay2070]

Im a 1st year med student from Spain and I love your videos! I really like to hear your opinions on different topics and how do you deal with your long-distance marriage. I hope you won't stop making videos after you graduate although I know you'll be very busy.

[@1006kaitlyn]

Love your videos...so helpful! I am a physician assistant student and will be graduating this spring! =)

[@drjennale]

Congratulations! Do you know if you want to work in a specific speciality?

[@laralara8663]

So pretty w/ and w.o make up! As always awesome video and channel!

[@luizabarros5247]

Hi Jenny! I really love your videos! Here in Brazil, we don't need a undergrad to get into medical school, we do a college entrance exam after highschool and then if we pass we can get in. The problem is: it's really really hard. Medicine course demands the highest grades ever, and being a doctor in Brazil is praised profession and every parent dreams of their child being a doctor so it's very competitive. Anyways, I didn't get in and I'm going to try again this year! So 12 hours + classes of studying for the exam in 2017!!! I'm scared but I'm also really excited to go into this journey. Wishing you all the best with your interviews and your future jobs! x

[@drjennale]

Take it one day a time. If this is your passion, I have no doubt that one day you will achieve your goal. Best of luck! You can do it!!

[@luizabarros5247]

Thank you! I will try my best. x

[@fuzyloli]

Thanks Jenny your video is so informative. I'm so glad that I came across your channel couple months ago and since then you have become one of my role models. I just found so many things that we have in common. I'm Viet. I love makeup. I'm currently a pre-med at UMN. I want to go back to Vietnam at some point in my undergrad years to volunteer; etc. (also my forehead looks almost like yours haha). I'm about to start my second semester in college and at this point I'm pretty sure that I want to go to medical school. One thing that I worry the most is communication. English is not my first language. Sometimes I found it is really hard to get into deep conversations or discussions with other people. Can you please give me some advices on this? Also, do you know any doctors or any friends who are in med school that English is not their first language? Thanks

[@drjennale]

English was not my first language either (I remember taking ESL in elementary school). And there are plenty of people who pick up english even later in life and that are in medical school. Many people may not know this about me, but I use to have the worst fear about public speaking. I would start sweating, my voice would tremble - just know that you are constantly growing and improving. You may think your english is not good now but one day it will be. Just keep practicing and one day you will get there. Reading a lot also helped develop my english and my vocabulary.

[@fuzyloli]

Thanks Jenny!

[@jennysango58]

I'm 13 and I was diagnosed with Juvenile Arthritis, I loved art and animation but since I was diagnosed with it I gave up and ended up in depression and loss of hope. Then I met a doctor who was very kind and showed how does the diagnosis work, I was amazed and inspired to this day to go to medical school. Heck, I've been studying stuff that isn't in my grade category and listening to this video makes me even more confident and wanting to strive to become a Pediatric Rheumatologist. I'm glad I saw this video!

[@drjennale]

That's awesome! One of my close friends and fellow med student was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis but that never stopped her from doing the things she loves. I am so glad you found your passion.

[@jadehymel]

I really enjoyed this whole video.

[@drjennale]

Lol thank you for accepting me even when I'm a hot mess.

[@maryrosedipiro7363]

A little late, but I'm a high school student struggling with procrastination. Watching your videos and thinking about my goals in life motivates me to keep on studying. I hope to one day be a pediatrician ( I LOVE kids) or even a neonatologist. 😁

[@adelebedarida7282]

I'm a first year med student in Switzerland, I've been following your channel for a few months, I love it !!! The system in Europe is a bit different from the US I think : in Switzerland and France for example, pretty much anyone can get into first year of med school, but you can only get into second year if you pass the final exam. Wich is REALLY tough. In my university only the150 students who got the best results will get to pass in second year . And we are almost 700... So I'm not doing much besides studying... and watching your videos ! :D

[@drjennale]

Adèle Bédarida You are amazing! I'm sure you'll do great. I know some Asian countries test in high school to get into medical school.

[@alliedavis8111]

Every few nights when I wind down from school, I watch your videos. They're so inspiring, confidence-boosting even. So glad you started your channel! Which version of the 5 Love Languages did you purchase?

[@drjennale]

I look back on my videos sometimes and it amazes me to see how much I've changed. Thank you for sticking around. lol I put a link to the 5 Love Languages in the description box!

[@adfbgpaisrhga]

What is your take on international medical students & their path to securing US residencies? Specifically those who attend Caribbean schools/international programs with year 3 and 4 rotations in the US. Thank you for your wonderful videos thus far Jenny!! I am glad to have gotten to know you more through this chit chat video as well :) Looking forward to more of these!

[@drjennale]

I think it is doable, it will just be much much harder for internal students. Especially since class size in medical schools of the US are increasing while residency spots are not. I have a friend who is in FM residency and he told me that they had to apply to 100 residencies! As compared to medical students in the US would only apply to on average 20-40 and interview at 8-12. I also heard that it is a lot harder to pursue other specialties outside of primary care - like surgery, dermatology, ophthalmology, etc.

[@SophieHaas1]

Hello!! I'm a high school student in Michigan. I've known I've wanted to be a doctor forever and I love medicine and helping people. I didn’t really realize how much I enjoyed helping others until I joined Ski Patrol as a jr. first responder when I was 12. I didn’t expect much out of it, I just liked skiing and my hill needed a little extra help. There I helped people who had gotten injured on the slopes. I gave people casts, took pulses, put on neck braces and basically stabilized people until EMS arrived. Unexpectedly and all at once, I fell head-over-heals in love with medicine. I dreamed of wearing scrubs and being board certified and someday working in a field combining my two favorite things: medicine and helping people. It makes my eyes sparkle and my heart happy and I can't imagine doing anything else. I've shadowed lots of specialties and I'm so excited to go to college!! Sorry this was so long haha. You're an inspiration to me and you're so kind and amazing. I loved this video and loved getting to know you better!! Good luck on matching! I'm sure it'll go great :)

[@drjennale]

Hi Sophie! It is so amazing that you were able to discover your passion so early in life. I can tell you will be a great physician one day. And college was one of the funnest (if funnest is even a word) time in my life. Remember to enjoy it :)

[@SophieHaas1]

Jenny Le awe thank you so much!! I will :) 💗💗

[@Laurittta2014]

Thanks for the videos inspiring other women 🙌

[@Mockingj226]

I am from Naples, FL and I am a senior in high school and I will be getting my LPN when I graduate! I plan to do pre-med in college and become an emergency medicine doctor

[@_biomacromolecules7782]

I love you! been with you since I found you last year! you're so inspiring and well versed and such a lovely addition to my virtual behind the screen family♥ im an indian muslim girl, pre med and really hoping to crack my exam this year :)

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for sticking by me! I feel like pre med was worse than medical school but you're almost there!! Good luck!

[@_biomacromolecules7782]

Jenny Le thanks so much, it means a lot♥

[@mmM-ee1ci]

Lovely makeup!

[@drjennale]

mm M Thank you so much 🤓

[@erinfarley4727]

Hey! I'm a senior in high school right now, currently in the process of choosing my home for the next four years. I'm from Wisconsin, but I am looking at USD, UP, and Lewis & Clark as my top choices right now. I've wanted to be a psychiatrist since the 6th grade, so I'm really excited to get into what I've been dreaming about for my whole life. If you've got any advice for undergrad as a pre-med student, or even any opinions on which of my top choices would be best for a pre-med student, that'd be awesome!

[@erinfarley4727]

Also I'd love to hear about how you made money while in college/med school, such as any jobs you had or little tricks to get a few dollars.

[@drjennale]

I feel like you have a better understanding of which school is best for you from your research. In college I worked in a lab part time and in the summer I also bartended.

[@erinfarley4727]

Jenny Le Thank you!

[@alexcullen8868]

Hi I'm Alex I'm from Melbourne Australia, I'm a highschooler hoping to go into med next year (in Australia you can go into med for undergrad) your channel has inspired me so much 😊❤️

[@07SoccerChick07]

I am a junior in college. I'm a Pre-Medicine major. My family is full of doctors and nurses so I have always been around medicine and wanted to become a doctor as well. Right now my goals are to finish strong and get into Medical School, score great on the MCAT and try to do all this while being married and being a mom

[@drjennale]

That is amazing! You are such an inspiration.

[@ayoesther6042]

Your videos are so informative. Especially as I'm trying to rule out specialties:) I'm a first year medical student in California, originally from Canada and Nigeria:)

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for watching! You'll get a better grasp of what you want to do in third year when you do clinical rotations. I just think its unfortunately that the time frame is so short for students to "figure it out"

[@ayoesther6042]

Jenny Le Thanks! I feel exactly the same way:)

[@jeneenkhrais7699]

I'm in high school and it has been a dream of mine to become a doctor and watching you really inspires me to follow my dream and to work harder to achieve it and I really appreciate it and I m looking forward to see much more of you keep doing you, ILY love from #dubai

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much! Much love from California.

[@trustingthepotter]

Hey University freshman aspiring Neonatologist and love your channel this video in particular I found extremely funny 😊😊

[@drjennale]

LOL thank you, you and me both.

[@itschanellee]

Hi Jenny! Love your videos! I currently just graduated college and right now taking a gap year before applying to med school. I watched all your previous videos about advice, however I was wondering if you had advice for those who don't have that much research experience on what you can do to make your application better? Currently I'm studying for the MCAT and just trying to get more shadow/volunteering hours. I was a research assistant for 2 labs but was only there for a semester for each lab. Thank you if you read this!

[@drjennale]

itschanellee Don't worry too much if you don't have strong research already. Your application seems strong is other aspects. Just study smart and do well on the MCAT - that will take you further than having some research. Remember that medical school looks at your application a whole. They know that not everyone is perfect. You can excel in some areas where others do not. Good Luck!!

[@bhavinicastaneda469]

I love these videos! What products do you use to take care of your hair?

[@drjennale]

Thank you! Most of the time I use Pantene Pro V and I let my hair air dry to minimize heat damage. But I think the key is a healthy diet.

[@JessicaMHernandez]

Looooved this GRWM+chit chat😁

[@drjennale]

YAY!! Thank you ... I thought it was a hot mess, but it will get better!

[@gregmatthew5964]

Hey! I am currently in College, studying in London. I am from St.Maarten (*located in the Dutch Caribbean * ) I wanted to become a Neurosurgeon since I was in 9th grade. ps. love your videos

[@eyala5858]

hi i am a medical student from tunisia i looove your videos

[@rachellynmara]

I'm an interior design student from Ohio and I watch your videos and lots of other med students for the tips on forming habits and staying disciplined. while it doesn't seem like it from the outside, my major is scientific also in that we learn about ergonomics, psychology and how humans are affected by their environments, and the sustainable and chemical properties of products to see if they are suitable for human use. :)

[@drjennale]

That is so interesting! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@madamshante17]

Love these types of videos! You have such a great personality and are so down to earth. Question, are you Filipino?

[@drjennale]

+shante edwards I'm Vietnamese but everyone thinks I'm Filipino 🤓

[@mollystephenson2565]

Hi! I'm a freshman in High School and I live about an hour away from Yakima❤ I've been doing really good in school maintaining a 4.0 while taking honors chem and other honors classes. I really enjoy your videos because I wasn't really sure about want I wanted to do. Having this insight into what medical school is really like has been so helpful. 😊 I was wondering if you had any tips for me in high school if I want to pursue medicine, later on in life? Thank you❤

[@drjennale]

Thats awesome! I would suggest shadowing a physician so you see first hand one aspect of the medical field.

[@mollystephenson2565]

Jenny Le Thank you!

[@MissyZuzu]

I am a senior in high school and I'm interested in pursuing a career in the medical field!

[@priyaheera2298]

My name is Priya! ( Trinidad ) Great videos!

[@ashaa1810]

I'm a freshman in High school and I really want to go into General surgery. I'm doing really well in school but I don't thinks it's enough. Any tips on getting in to Medical school? Thank you:)

[@drjennale]

I have a video "How I got Into Med School" In that video I give some tips on who to boost your resume and med school application. Hopefully it will answer a lot of your questions.

[@ashaa1810]

Jenny Le Thank you:)

[@terezahusarova1790]

Hi :) I'm last year med student from Europe, and I wanted to ask if your away rotations or externships extra to your curriculum have to be usually in University hospital? I would love to apply for residency in the US, and thus get some experience, exposure and perhaps LOR, but I don't need the credits for my university. You mentioned private practices... so I thought maybe you would have some advice :) Is it ok just to try and arrange few weeks in some private hospital/ practice? Thank you very much for all the videos, honestly love them! :)

[@drjennale]

The private practice physicians have contracts to be preceptors/educators for my school. But I'm sure you can arrange to work with a physician a few weeks as long as the physician allows it.

[@terezahusarova1790]

thank you for advice :)

[@AM-vi7cs]

Mascara > eyelash extensions I tried them and I noticed that as my fake eyelashes started to fall out, my real eyelashes started to fall out with it. You lose your real lashes and you almost feel like you have to keep getting the fake ones to make it look full.

[@jemy7]

You can do a voice over when you doing your makeup or something like that 👌🏿

[@_biomacromolecules7782]

Jamal Alhajj great idea!

[@krissy4265]

Hey girl! I'm Krissy from Cincinnati. I am a first year Respiratory Therapy student! I work at my local Children's Hospital doing equipment and I graduate May 2018. (:

[@drjennale]

Hey Krissy. I think you've commented on one of my other videos before saying you were a Respiratory Therapy student. You're almost done!! so exciting :)

[@krissy4265]

Hm yeah I probably have! Lol It is exciting, I am thinking of going to PA or Med School in a few years so we'll see! Even if not, I love living vicariously through you and other youtubers in Medschool :)

[@TheVibrantMed]

Hi Jenny!! I'm another Jenny med student!! I'm a 4th year in NYC and I want to go into Derm. How do you like the hourglass primer??

[@drjennale]

Hii ! I like it but if I had to choose I think I would repurchase the Becca backlight priming filter

[@liisaflower479]

Hiii😊 I am from Germany and I also want to study medicine when I am finish with school

[@rebeccawillis2078]

I'm in Michigan. I'm finishing up my undergrad in Biological Sciences, I have not yet took my mcats, so I was wondering how do you know which medical schools to apply too. should I try to find a particular field of study or should I look for universities with a lot of hospital partnerships... I just am lost completely if you have any advice I would appreciate it.

[@drjennale]

The advice I got when applying to medical school was "spread your net wide and choose later." Its better to have choices once after accepted than be so set on certain schools and not get in. Also, medical schools teach the same thing, it is only in residency that you pursue your specialty.

[@martinaxanitram]

Hi Jenny! I'm thinking about becoming a dermatology pa and I was wondering if you heard anything good or bad about it. Also, would it be difficult to find a job after pa school? Thanks!

[@drjennale]

During my dermatology rotation, two of the Dermatologist's MA's were applying to PA school. They also wanted to work in dermatology after they graduated. Haven't heard anything negative. As for finding a job after graduation - I think that would depend on your location.

[@buthainaghaithalyahyai1439]

heyy jenny ❤ im a 3rd MD i decided to make 2017 be about these 2 quotes i found: " try to say nothing negative about yourself for 3 days, for 45 days, for 3 months. See what happens to your life. - yoko ono" " this year, try living by the '5 by 5 rule'. if its not going to matter in 5 years, dont spend 5 minutes upset by it. - active in style" Do you have any favourite quote(s) at the moment ?😍

[@drjennale]

Oh gosh - say nothing negative about oneself for 3 months is hard! A quote I just shared with my friends on the blog was "Good friends are like stars. You don't always see them, but you know they're always there"

[@buthainaghaithalyahyai1439]

Jenny Le yes it is very hard! Your quote is beautiful! you know, This is what i love about quotes, some of them, we could be reading everyday but it only takes that one day/situation for it to truly make its impact on you! i really wish you luck in ur journey and im happy that you reached to your definition of happiness!❤❤ xx

[@drjennale]

Thank you so much for your positivity. I feel like it just brightens my whole day. Best of luck on your medical journey.

[@buthainaghaithalyahyai1439]

Jenny Le awwwww❤ thank u so much!

[@lovelytangcalagan9264]

Screenshotting these quotes for myself. ❤️

[@gtelle8579]

I just applied to volunteer at a hospital but I was wondering how I should ask a physician if I could shadow them?

[@drjennale]

You can just ask doctors directly! Or ask the hospital you volunteer at if any physicians are willing to take students. I find that nurses always know which physicians are willing to take students so you you can try that if the hospital gives you a hard time.

[@gtelle8579]

Thank you!!

[@volleywilsonsophia]

This year I am working on increasing my Gpa and moving out of my moms

[@drjennale]

Happiest day when I moved out of my mom's!!

[@jemy7]

Jenny i love your videos I'm from saudi arabia ❤️❤️

[@amandabekka6636]

What do you mean when you say you are constantly moving around? I know you said your rotations are every four weeks but I cant imagine a school expecting you to literally move every time you have a new rotation for med school....Im just unclear how this works?? Love your channel!!

[@drjennale]

so fourth year is a little different. I have to fulfill certain requirements like internal medicine, surgery, and elective. As long as my clinical rotations fulfill these requirements, I can go anywhere there is a board certified physician whom is taking medical students. It is set up this way because a lot of four year you are doing audition rotations or sub internships at hospitals and residencies you hope to match into. So depending on how you set up your rotations, you can be moving to a different city every 2-4 week or you can be staying one one spot.

[@drjennale]

I spend the last month and a half in 3 different cities, in three different rotations.

[@amandabekka6636]

Oh okay I see now, thanks for explaining!

[@beyondthestethoscope04]

And maybe you can blink your eyelid while putting your mascara on. 😅A makeup tip i saw from other youtube makeup artists

[@NotoriousOBG]

I am in high school at the moment and I know that i want to go into medicine but i don't know exactly what i want to do. Is this bad and do i defiantly need to know what i want to do?

[@drjennale]

Not at all. Some of my friends in medical school still struggled with what specialty they wanted to pursue all the way up to third year of medical school. You are not alone. Just expose yourself to as much medicine as possible. This will help you figure out what you want.

[@NotoriousOBG]

Jenny Le Thank you for the advice, this made me feel much better about my situation☺️

[@tasneemali11]

hi Jenny Le im a junior in high school and i really want to get a bachelors of science in nursing then go to med school would this choice be helpful? thanks for being an inspiration.!!

[@drjennale]

Tasneem_Channel It depends on why you want to do nursing first. My suggestion is try straight to medical school if that is your ultimate goal.

[@tasneemali11]

Jenny Le thanks for replying I wanted to do nursing first to get the experience and then go to med school to become a pediatrician also I have a question how long would the process of becoming a pediatrician take if I want to be a general pediatrician

[@tasneemali11]

Ms. Alexia Thank you

[@drjennale]

I would recommend going straight. Medical school is 4 years + 3 years of pediatric residency to become a pediatrician.

[@tasneemali11]

Jenny Le so you would recommend not getting a nurse degree and just do my premed requisites and going straight to medicine? Because all of the universities In my state to go to med school I have to have a bachelors degree.would nursing be a long road

[@DoctorNikkiP]

Nice video!

[@riseabove1256]

Do you want or have children? I really want to go to school for pre-vet in the fall but I also want to have at least 4 children in the future. I'm worried if I'd be able to juggle school/work and parenting. Any thoughts?

[@drjennale]

Yes Stan and I want to start a family in the near future. I have classmates whom have had children while in med school. Life doesn't stop just because you pursue a career in medicine. As long as you have a supportive partner, you can do it!

[@riseabove1256]

Jenny Le Thanks so much for your advice, good luck with you future! 😄

[@emmalamberson4969]

I'm a freshmen in high school and I think I want to be a neurosurgeon. Do you have any tips to help on my journey to Med school?

[@drjennale]

I have a video on how I got into med school - there I share a lot of tips. But if you want neurosurgery specifically, I would try to shadow a neuro surgeon asap.

[@sarahj2106]

Hey! I'm a med student from Ireland ☺️. Keep up with the videos, they're so great 💕

[@elygurl02]

Hey Jenny As a med student where does your income come in from? Is it possible to work and study?

[@drjennale]

Most students take out school loans. I wouldn't suggest working while in med school (unless its at a library or something) because most of your time will be dedicated to studying.

[@beyondthestethoscope04]

Can i ask you something? Why did you choose to get married in med school and then get pregnant too while doing your residency?

[@maggie0105]

Was med school as hard as people make it out to be?

[@drjennale]

It is hard but you'd be surprised of what you're capable of.

[@uyenmai1128]

hi, my name is Uyen. I am a 2nd medical student from Vietnam. I am interested in your videos. 😊😊 i have six-year md program in Vietnamese.

[@drjennale]

Hello Uyen! I've had the amazing opportunity of working with some medical students in Vietnam when I went there for my medical mission.

[@uyenmai1128]

Jenny Le Great! So do you have any good memories about your mission in Vietnam?

[@drjennale]

Oh yes, I want to go back when I become a physician!

[@marvinherrera9311]

Do you receive financial assistance from your parents?

[@drjennale]

Sadly, No. Like most people I have to take out school loans to go to med school

[@essamabuobaida8081]

I would be more interested if u try to speak or just to pronounce some arabic phrases , in the next vid jenny !

[@drjennale]

Oh gosh, I can barely speak english but I would love to try! I've been trying (and failing) to pick up spanish.

[@artikoth]

Kurisu?

[@drjennale]

YES!

[@artikoth]

nice! i'll be rotating there in july! any advice/tips or anything?

[@drjennale]

supernovagirl They're all super chill so just show up with a positive attitude and you'll fit right in. PS they're super healthy - they don't even have a microwave so lunch has to be heated up on the stove. Lol

[@maheenkhan3818]

I'm sad u cut ur hair 😭😭😭

[@drjennale]

I did!!! But its ok, hair grows back. On the bright side, I feel like I have so much more volume now.

[@softbreezy6052]

Are you prego? (or planning a family soon? :)

[@drjennale]

softbreezy Yes soon - when we can be in the same zip code lol