The biggest decision of my life....

[@ug8179]

I’m an NP and I’m very happy with my decision with work life balance. I’m a mom and I love to workout. Run not having to be on call. Sleepless nights. I’m grateful to be able to maintain healthy lifestyle. Get enough sleep. Spend time with my kids, my family and friends AND take vacations! You brought up a very important point about hybrid program. I was able to work full time and go to NP school (it’s not gonna be easy) but I graduated with debt free so that’s a big plus.

[@JayFriedrichs]

@@ug8179 nice that’s awesome! Are you glad you went from nurse to NP

[@ug8179]

@@JayFriedrichs yes! When I was in my late 20s I thought about PA and MD school too. NP school was frustrating just a lot of theory but after you’re done. There are so many options you can do with it.

[@JayFriedrichs]

@@ug8179 awesome thanks for your insight! I might actually be deferring NP school for now just because it’s not very financially feasible at the moment. But plan to update video soon.

[@swamphawk6227]

Nice. I was a Surface Force Independent Duty Corpsman. I almost went to PA School. I figured I'd try nursing first and did one semester at Chamberlain then just jumped fields to IT.

[@christinevu5260]

your vibe and quality of videos is unmatched, rooting for you no matter where you end up

[@JayFriedrichs]

This means a lot to me! Thank you very much 😌😌

[@KelToHell]

Thank you for making this.

[@LanaUSA212]

I did not like FNP program. Too many nursing leadership classes and not enough medical science. PA s have better medical education.

[@Joseph24AR]

Man, this video really made me do some reflection if I want to pursue nursing or PA as post undergrad student . Nursing seems like the "safe" route to go but I see myself pursing PA school eventually anyways. I can relate to your interests in wanting to learn the medical model vs the nursing model. But not only that, I love the idea that I get to critically think every day to diagnose, treat, and educate patients about medicine. I will try to keep up with your journey my dude! Wish you all the best :D

[@jaysonemile6633]

Wish you the best of luck, very cool to follow your journey.

[@AJaySmiles]

This topic has been chasing me my entire life. Either way, you'll make the right decision 🎉

[@tylerfrench8358]

Best of luck on the future Jay! I just finished up my BSN and am excited for what the future holds

[@JayFriedrichs]

Congrats!!

[@jordanmiller4381]

Hey current med student here, been watching your vids for a bit! Be happy to chat with ya about the app process. DO is also an option in addition to MD!

[@NurseMaddyW]

This is exciting man! Love how you broke down your thought process and studied the pros and cons. Good luck to you!

[@TheKsingh1990]

Been a pleasure following your journey! I remember couple years back I commented about getting into nursing school, and now I'll be graduating this upcoming December. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@hyperdayo]

dude, congrats! im a 3rd year nursing student and i had that "did i actually want to be a medical student instead of this" idea one too many times. I pray that you never have any regrets

[@austinc6270]

good stuff jay bone

[@virgiliod.9436]

I think if you are good at memorization and have no problems or issues with seniority/authority maybe an MD may be for you. You can also study in the Philippines to become a doctor many citizens from other countries become doctors in the Philippines.

[@rashidhassan11]

Good luck on whatever path you do end up choosing

[@claireBwiza_4029]

Any strategies to passing the license exam 🤷🏽‍♀️🤔?

[@JayFriedrichs]

It truly is the amalgamation of your studies during nursing school. I would look for effective studying videos from people like Ali abdaal. You have to quiz yourself. Uworld is helpful. Good luck (:

[@claireBwiza_4029]

@@JayFriedrichs Thank you 👌🏽😊

[@jljordan1]

A lot of states anymore are doing independent practice for APRNs but not PAs

[@poodledaddles1091]

Interesting!

[@jonrothlander9522]

All of that talking just for you to tell us that you are truly called to coaching basketball. Happy for you, but I would’ve gone the NP route for sure. (JK)

[@JayFriedrichs]

lol I’ll for sure be coaching on the side probably basketball and running ! I love coaching 😂😂

[@JudivanMedia]

Congrats Dr Freddy🎉 You definitely made the right decision.

[@jam6web84]

if you're not gonna be a doctor am gonna be upset lol

[@DanielSanchez-tv6vh]

Hey thanks for sharing! I'm just to let y'all know that Jesus is real and he created you for a purpose. If you believe in Him he will reveal His will for your life. Most importantly Jesus is coming back soon for those who love him. God bless. ✝️

[@tonilafaele1045]

Amen brother

[@JoaquinParker]

Awe ❤

[@lfrancis8980]

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