My Advice to a 49-Year-Old Considering Med School | OldPreMeds Podcast Ep. 265

[@aky19832001]

I'm 37 and I'm a 3rd year. I thought I was old. But I fit right in. I look young and stay in shape. It's only late if you want it to.

[@feverhawkbrowne3035]

I’m 49, a combat-veteran and finishing my pre-reqs! I'm so motivated to continue to serve my community!

[@zacharymiller9403]

How are you doing in your journey? I am a 40 year-old returning to school to do my pre-reqs. I am also a veteran. 7 years as a 68W, combat medic.

[@jaligawesa]

@@zacharymiller9403You guys are inspiring!!

[@seankennedy9662]

@@zacharymiller9403hey all, just finished 20 years as a 68W, starting my premed spring 25! Hope you all are doing well!

[@AmjadAshkar]

I'm 47 and starting medical school this fall. Work hard and commit. You can do it.

[@jaligawesa]

You guys are inspiring 😮

[@bitario723]

What if you have a family? How do you pay your mortgage and bills and food?

[@jfrausto8148]

This helped me. Im 46 completing my pre-requisites. That person should do it. Age is just number, and we will bring experience, wisdom, and Grit!

[@CloudslnMyCoffee]

Thanks for

[@jaligawesa]

You guys are an inspiration!😅

[@StudentDoctorAntonioPatterson]

I am 50 and I will be starting my second year of medical school in August. I made it through the first year but it was an ABSOLUTE grind! If you are over 40 and considering a career as a physician, weigh the pros and cons. Is it worth it? In my opinion, it is but there is a sacrifice and a lot of HARD work involved.

[@andre1987eph]

Embrace the grind buddy and do NOT under any circumstance drop out. I dropped out in 1994. You never get over it. Also hopefully you're attend a state school with lower tuition. The issue is the student loans.

[@ANGslave]

I'm 53 , want to be a PA and very much needed to hear this discussed.

[@ralphmelvin1046]

I'm 61 and would love to go to medical school not to actually become a doctor but just go through the process and learn what it's all about.. I know this is probably a dream that will never be fulfilled but I really would love to do it

[@dionnewilliams1560]

Thank you doctor. This is thr first time I came across you videos and I'm so glad that I did. I've wanted to be a doctor since childhood. I'm now 47 and still want to pursue my dream, but felt discouraged due to my age. Greatly appreciate your positive words and encouragement!!

[@elizabethsmith4674]

I love the support of older non-traditional pre-meds on this channel! I'm 30 and have been considering a career in medicine. Hearing about others who are doing the same is highly motivating!

[@thenightdances21]

Definitely go for it! I’m 29 & I’ll be 30 this year 🙋🏽‍♀️

[@elizabethtorres7085]

Thank you so much for this video. I am currently 33 and preparing for the MCAT.

[@elizabethtorres7085]

@C B to me it will be worth it even if I have to

[@yogurtpimple3455]

wishing you best of luck ! you can do it !

[@Khantruheart786]

Hi Elizabeth, I see you are 33 studying for the Mcat. I am 29 and I have not taken my premed courses yet. I feel like I want to take this route. I thought maybe we can connect. See if I can hear about your story. my email is [e-mail]

[@blanca7720]

This message is from heaven! Old IMG pursuing my dream as a Physician in USA. Keep it up. Thank you for your coaching!

[@JoseyTurn17]

This choice is not 'mid-life crisis',...it is mid-life affirmation! 😁👍🏾

[@ladylove474]

“Would that desire to be a physician ever go away, probably not”. Best advise ever.

[@jaligawesa]

I’m in tears 😭 it’s inspiring

[@wangeciirene2287]

Waoh, am soon joining Med School. Thanks for the encouragement. Never thought my desire after being in a different career for a while

[@andre1987eph]

I washed out of a top med school in 90s because of immaturity when I was 26. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE QUIT MED SCHOOL. Im all for a mature 49 year old going to med school. That can give him a good 10 to 15 years to practice medicine. The issue is the student loans however.

[@larissariley2411]

Thank you for your positive words of advice.

[@kidcrash3052]

This one really spoke to me , thank you !

[@kempacademy]

Boldly encouraged... I wish I can start Med school at my 40s

[@eoinMB3949]

Thank you for your encouraging words my friend, you've helped me and many others

[@fantasankoh1616]

This is so inspiring. Thanks so much & God bless you.

[@cheetahgoldenfire]

Thank you for this video definitely needed this positive encouragement!❤

[@kevinfranzen9733]

I'm wanting to take classes and be eligible for medical school at 45 or 46. My concern is that I did FP that I would have financial burden all the time practicing as being in my 50s as a starting Doctor..

[@cheetahgoldenfire]

I am 38 going to start prerequisites around 40. Hopefully be in medical school when I'm 42.

[@zacharymiller9403]

This was helpful. It is also helpful to hear all the comments from others who are also starting on their dream later in life. I am a 40 year old combat medic veteran who is starting back to school. My first attempt at my academic career reflects the difficulties I was experiencing at that time, housing insecurity and undiagnosed ADHD and PTSD. As my grades for this attempt were over 2 decades ago, how heavily will potential med schools weigh them? Is there anything I can do to have them weighed less?

[@joyleenstrozier4295]

Hi Medical School Headquarters, I like your content. I love watching your videos.

[@sreetamadeb108]

I am 40 yrs old, now wanted to fulfill my dream of becoming a medical practitioner.. Can you help me where can I get admission? Please mention which universities or medical school offering mbbs courses for people like us... Please help me out.

[@nicole4779]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@lillianharden4581]

Thank you.

[@ekaterinik7951]

bravo!!

[@hassanomer22]

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[@zay86]

Probably bad advice. The desire to be a physician should be balanced against a person's financial and other personal circumstances. For some older people, the decision may be a good one. For many others, pursuing medical school would be unwise given their age and personal circumstances. In my opinion, wisdom should guide this decision.

[@DoctorVinnieBoombatz]

mid-whiffery

[@nakberkenalanboleh]

WOW...EX MILITARY JOIN MEDICAL SCHOOL 😅