My Path to Medicine & the Journey to Medical School

[@queent6078]

Omg her hair is evvveeerryytthhiinnggg 😍

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you my love 🥰😘

[@BloomEarlee]

Thank you so much for sharing! I loved hearing your story. I am also a first-generation college graduate and currently completing my master's in biomedical sciences with a goal of applying to med school next cycle. I wish you all the best! 🥰

[@thejuliacarter]

You are so welcome! I'm rooting for you, girl 😊

[@christinac4472]

as a non traditional student, this is SO helpful! thank you!!!

[@thejuliacarter]

You're so welcome!

[@frantzfudoshian1548]

I love how you kept it so real, love this video

[@thejuliacarter]

Always gonna keep it real! Thank you so much 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@blu3boidripz240]

Hey Julia, thank you so much for your video. My name is Denisse, I finished undergrad in 2019 as a Biology-Biomedical./ My goal had always being to become a doctor and a general surgeon. On my last year of undergrad, I met my husband and well got married and now we have our son. This two gap year I did my Certified Medical Assistant which I am working as a CMA in a Family practice and I also finish school for Hemodialysis Technician. I had been back and forward about becoming a Physician Assistant as I work will them mostly or do my dream for actually becoming the surgeon I want to be. I would love for you to give me some more inspiration. I am a minority, parents are from Mexico and I was a first college graduate in my family. I haven't stop studying because I love everything related to medicine and now I do not know If I will be a good applicant for Med school only with my undergrad and the two certifications I did or if I should go for an masters degree as well before med school. I am 23 right now, graduated at 20 from college. Thank you and sorry for the long comment.

[@danieljoseph24]

What makes someone stand out on your application to college specifically someone on the path to becoming doctor. What can they do in high school specifically?

[@translucentheart27]

Tbh nothing stands out to the adcoms anymore - just be yourself, do activities you actually like, tbh high school activities don’t matter unless they’re clinical or volunteering. So focus on getting extracurriculars starting freshman year! And don’t try to impress, just be you! 😁

[@justper9196]

wow id love to hear your journey. the discord boys and i support you bless up. PS love the curls.

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you so much!

[@user-bro0921]

You are amazing 🤩🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 Honestly, you set goals and crushed them, step by step one by one. So proud of you 💙

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@Blamour523]

I’m late on this video but this was very encouraging and so helpful ! I ended up completing a masters in biomedical science after my bachelors in biology with the original intention of PA school. I am currently studying for the MCAT to apply to med school !

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you so much Brithney! And congratulations 💛 You are going to be great!

[@brittanywarner6915]

Thanks for sharing your story I also went to Penn State and I plan on heading to Med school.

[@thejuliacarter]

That's awesome, Brittany! Much luck to you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help through your journey 💛

[@behindthewhitecoat6560]

Thanks for sharing! The journey is the best part! Same thing, I didn't know what I wanted to do in high school or even college. Still enjoying this crazy ride.

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you so much! I totally agree. It's been a rollercoaster, but there is nothing else I'd rather do 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@itskarimarima]

thank you for this video!! also love your hair and makeup!!! you’re goals 😍

[@thejuliacarter]

Thanks Karima! 💖💖💖 Been trying to find excuses to actually do my hair and makeup these days lol

[@joslynsantana8236]

🔥💪🏽👏🏽🙏🏽❤️ thank you so much for sharing your story

[@keishabonner3245]

Thanks Dr. Carter! Very informative.

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you Keisha! ❤️

[@Natasha.faith.c]

I am doing pre med, worse off the program is one year with a lot of work, I am taking chemistry,physics, mathematics and biology I just hope I make it, eish its challanging

[@jayspark1091]

Thanks for sharing your story! I'm an incoming M1 this July and also a huge fan of Survivor. Look forward to seeing more from you. I've started my own journey on KZbin to document this crazy ride. Wish you all the best : )

[@thejuliacarter]

Congratulations! I wish you all of the best as you jump into this next chapter. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions at all 🙏🏽

[@darealmk3458]

This was a lot of help!! Thank u

[@thejuliacarter]

My pleasure 🤍

[@iam.christina4238]

-I know you from Survivor and have been following you since then. -I'm interested in PA and even looked into Rutgers. -Although path to PA, I'm really interested in your channel and what you have to tell about Med school and overall healthcare. -And oh yeah...💙We Are!!!

[@thejuliacarter]

Yesssssss Christina 😊 Welcome, and thanks for the love! WE ARE!!!! 💛💛💛

[@annoyingvegan98]

I love your energy, just subscribed!

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you so much! Welcome 🙏🏽💖

[@joslynsantana8236]

Second this! 🙌🏽👏🏽

[@sarasoliman694]

WE ARE!

[@thejuliacarter]

PENN STATTTTTEEEEEEE 💙🤍

[@victoriarichardson-zl5zn]

I am very jealous but also proud of you as a disabled black woman

[@doctorsteamdrazmedicals9076]

Hi there , when can I get your used old books , sketchy, boards without borders , first aid etc ?

[@thejuliacarter]

LOL I wish I could give them up, but the way medicine is set up... I will be using these books for YEARS. By the time I am done with them, there will be 5 newer ones.

[@aniabella8229]

I’m still in undergrad but very determined to get into Dermatology, how did you get your medical assistant job? I would love an opportunity to get my foot in the door but don’t know where to start. Btw thank you for sharing your story it’s very inspiring💗

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you, Ania! 💛 I got my job literally by searching on Indeed in the area I was in. Luckily, I did not need any license or certification to be a medical assistant there, and they did all of the training on site in their private practice. I think it was a good find, but this is a common thing, especially in private practices. So I would start there! 😊

[@franciscafadairo6067]

Thanks for sharing this. I was thinking about how my post college years would love like. I also want to be a biology major although I was scared that it would be a boring and common major but your reason about having something to fall back on reminded me about that. I plan on taking a gap year as well. Would you say the MCAT goes beyond what we learn in college even on a pre-med track? Do you think it would be better to take a gap year to study and then apply or to apply if you feel ready?

[@Britneyeller2]

Hi, I have a question. How do you know when you you have to take a post-bacc or masters program? what grades are considered competitive

[@01kezy]

First, thank you for the channel and sharing your experience! I just tuned in today, so forgive me if you already answered this. Were you able to become a medical assistant because you did a program and trained, or did they hire you and train you because you had a bachelors and masters ?

[@thejuliacarter]

I was hired and trained on site so I did not need a certificate or training beforehand!

[@portiathompson3199]

Do you have any advice on getting a MPH and MD at the same time, kind of like dual programs?

[@thejuliacarter]

DO IT! Not only is the degree helpful and interesting, but in the competitive landscape of medical education, I think the dual degree sets an individual apart in the residency application process and gives them that edge.

[@MotivationalNu]

Hi julia! If you don’t mind me asking what was your undergrad GPA? Also did they use your masters GPA and not your undergrad? I’m debating on doing my MPH or MBS

[@thejuliacarter]

My undergrad GPA was a 3.72. They use both your undergrad and any graduate or post-bacc GPAs you have as well.

[@eziisreal]

so pre med is 4 years after high school then 4 more years of med school dam i feel like i will be old before i become a neurosurgeon is there a shorter way or am i getting this all wrong?

[@thejuliacarter]

Yep! You got it right. There are some college programs that cut down the amount of time by doing 2-3 years of college and going right into medical school, but they usually have separate applications so it requires some research beforehand!

[@eziisreal]

@@thejuliacarter your in your third year so how old would you be

[@yonijoni4636]

@@eziisreal there is no shortcut buddy .

[@eziisreal]

@@yonijoni4636 kind of is you can take 2 years of pre med if you want

[@hillary1925]

Thank you for this. You're so beautiful. #girldoc

[@thejuliacarter]

Thank you, love 💛💛💛

[@sunnyraesunnyrae3472]

Hi Julia, how could I join your mentorship program?

[@thejuliacarter]

Hi love! 💛 I appreciate your comment so much. Unfortunately, I do not have a formal mentorship program at this time. I am so busy and wouldn't currently be able to keep up with a mentorship program. Therefore, I make these KZbin videos as a way to provide mentorship and guidance to whoever views them. Hopefully one day soon I'll be able to get a mentorship network going!

[@sunnyraesunnyrae3472]

@@thejuliacarter thanks for getting back with me! ❤️And I understand. I’ll stay posted just in case you open it again. Good luck on your journey!

[@tiffanyt1993]

I'm 27 and I'm finishing my BA in psychology. I only have work experience in accounting but I have this voice in my head to pursue medicine. Do you have any advice for volunteering or more exposure to medicine during the pandemic?

[@thejuliacarter]

Hi Tiffany! It may be a difficult time to shadow and get more experience, as many clinics and hospitals are not having visitors for shadowing due to the risk of exposure. I think it is still worth reaching out and trying to see what opportunities are out there though. You can reach out to local clinics or doctor's offices. You can even volunteer your services to screen incoming patients (take their temperature, distribute masks, etc.). Worth a shot!

[@sukhmanik7682]

you said u got full tuition scholarship at med school! can u plz guide me upon that...plz reply

[@thejuliacarter]

Sukhmani, I made a video about the scholarship. Check that out, and let me know if you have any specific questions! ☺️

[@flamebows5814]

You look a lot like an East African! What is your nationality?

[@thejuliacarter]

I am biracial - White mother, Black father. East Africans are beautiful 💛

[@awanderer7201]

i am going to become a nurse too! 😏💦

[@thejuliacarter]

I'm in medical school to be a doctor, but congratulations to you!

[@kevinherring7433]

YOU LOOKN AT YOURE MALE VIEWERS AMOREOUSLY 95N NOO SMH I NEED YOU RITE HERE WIT ME🥰🥰

[@genesiscampbell4013]

Hi Julia! I am currently a first year at a college in Pa! I would love to connect with you, I have a couple questions about my pre-med journey.. as I am thinking of transferring colleges at the moment. If you have any additional time, I would love to gain some insight from you! Is instagram or email best point of contact? :) Thank you so much!! Wishing you the best on your journey through medicine

[@thejuliacarter]

Hi Genesis! Email or DM is great. I offer one-on-one advising sessions via my website www.thejuliacarter.com/risingstars so check it out! 🤗