Top 5 Myths of Becoming a Doctor

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Myth #1: 2:13
Myth #2: 4:23
Myth #3: 6:08
Myth #4: 7:40
Myth #5: 9:12
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I'm about to be 31 so hearing I'm not too old is a huge relief. I know it can take 15 years to get there but I haven't had the chance to get in school until now. This is what I want.

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You can do it!

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Hi, Here is a video to answer your question but short answer is no. No age is too old. Enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJKYdZSnaLR-gdE

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[@jarenlesser8470]

Myth #1: 2:13 Myth #2: 4:23 Myth #3: 6:08 Myth #4: 7:40 Myth #5: 9:12

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[@senpai538]

This video really helped me out a lot of stress has been taken off my mind. Good to hear from someone like Doc Webb. Myths 1 - 5 #1 Too old to be in medical school #2 You can’t get into medical school with a low GPA #3 You have to be smart to become a doctor #4 You will know everything after medical training #5 You have to know exactly what doctor you wanna THANK YOU DR. WEBB YOU ARE THE MAN!!

[@howtomedicate]

I agree with all of them!

[@antoniowebbmd]

No problem! Thanks for watching!

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Ricky congratulations! I slacked freshmen / sophomore year in high school so now I have a low gpa :( I hope I can do it!

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[@howtomedicate]

I agree totaly! I am finishing my med school right now and I still do not know what topic I want to specialize in. And I surely do not know everything! The more you learn, the more you see what you do not know, haha. Good luck to all my fellow medstudent! Keep it up!

[@eduardosantos-xp3iw]

In medical school you learn so much, but also you’ll forget a lot in time onces you specialize

[@antoniowebbmd]

True. Most people narrow down the learning to their particular field once specialized

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[@antoniowebbmd]

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[@erinjk123]

I'm applying to a few nursing schools. I would like to know as much as a doctor even if I'm not in the doctor role.

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Good stuff!

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I’m overwhelmed by your enthusiasm

[@juliamihajlovich]

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[@flypnay704]

Dr. Webb, thank you for providing a logical thought process. These are surely things that are weighing on our minds as medical students and pre-meds. Great to know that we are over analyzing some things!

[@Dimps567]

Thank you for this!!! Sooo helpful.

[@antoniowebbmd]

You are welcome!

[@katvtay]

I love this. One of my favorite doctors just retired after practicing for 50 years. He continued to do surgery until his retirement. Another doctor of mine graduated medical school in 1969, and he’s still practicing. He doesn’t miss a beat. Even if one begins med school in one’s 30s and beyond, there are many more years to be a practicing physician! Just a few weeks ago, Dr. Carl Allamby was featured on CBS’s Morning show. He is a first year ER resident at age 48. His story is amazing. I remember posting on a premed/med message board a few years ago, and a med student mentioned a fellow classmate being in his 50s. He decided to go to med school after being a dentist for years. There are more stories like this than people realize. It is never too late, folks!

[@antoniowebbmd]

True words- it’s never too late!

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Thank you for this! Great video

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NP!

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Keep em raining with those motivational videos! Keep reviving the medical dream inside me, because when I always look at the financial requirements I lose hope since I am poor! :( I have pretty high grades in every subject so info is no problem for me.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hi, good question and that is a common concern. Most people take out loans and pay for school that way. That is the most common way people pay for it, even if you don't have money

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Great video DR. Webb, absolutely loved this information :)

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Thanks for the great video!

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No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@dean5101]

Thanks you give me so much hope! :)

[@antoniowebbmd]

You are welcome!!

[@petergirgis6524]

This may sound irrelevant but what did you get on ur ACT and what college did you for your undergraduate studies? Thank you for making this video, it really gave me a larger insight over medicine!

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I really enjoyed this video!

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hi, I'm glad you found the video to be helpful! Be sure to subscribe to receive the newest videos posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com facebook.com/awebbmd instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: amzn.to/2ydvHwd

[@beautifullyfree7899]

This was awesome, sometimes you assume all these things are blocking your way; when really its all a myth! You can do whatever you want & work hard for

[@antoniowebbmd]

I agree!

[@Dabomb1237]

Thank you for this, Dr. Webb!

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hi, I'm glad you found the video to be helpful! Be sure to subscribe to receive the newest videos posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5pm CST Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com facebook.com/awebbmd instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook Dr. Webb's new book, Overcoming the Odds (ranked 5 STARS!) is available NOW at: amzn.to/2ydvHwd

[@richardquansah9868]

Thank you so much docotor Webb for this. So many of us have the desire and passion to make it in the medical field but we notice that our weakness and little things that comes our way turn to make us doubt if we can make it. I really appreciate the fact that you have made it clear that medical students are all like us and not some superhuman. And thank you for the hints on things to do to make it to medical school.

[@SurajSharma-bw7fv]

Hello, I want to ask one thing from you guys whenever I see any doctor or visit any hospital I feel like they have huge respect and importance and everyone needs doctor. So i should do it. Is it a right reason for pursuing medical school ?

[@dimizoe777]

This guy said he's not smart 😂 at least you're humble

[@Saveren_]

I have a question. What if I take all my prerequisites at a community college? I’m a career changer and just didn’t take the prerequisites while in undergraduate school. I’ve applied to post baccalaureate programs who all have said that bc I didn’t take enough science courses while in undergraduate, I should take another route. Thus, I’ve decided to take them at my community college all while volunteering as an EMT and working as a CNA part time. What do you think my chances are?

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Liked the video before even watching

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Same!

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Why

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Haha classic!

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susim Singh because his contents are amazing and informative ❤️❤️

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@@KarenInUSAthat's true, he is amazing . But, why would u like (and comment) before even watching the video.

[@zadeh79]

I would say part of being smart is having a good attention and being able to inhibit emotions

[@DoctorFashion]

thank you.

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BritxBrat2Fashion are you in medical school?

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@@Stoneface_ I'M PRE-MED

[@alangillette4699]

Dr. Webb, how do you feel about going back to get a second bachelors vs taking a post bac program? My credits are going past the maturation cut off, wondering what would you think is the best course of action.

[@antoniowebbmd]

No, most would recommend a graduate level program

[@rafaelazoubel2842]

Can you make a video about No-US IMG in high competitive specialities?

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hello, I don't have much experience in that arena but I would say the best way to get into a US residency is to find programs that accept foreign graduates and rotate there. If you can get more when one rotation set up, that would be better. Long as you get your foot in the door then work extremely hard/make connections then that may help. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions! Check out this video and interview with Dr. Tishangi Kumar, a IMG, graduate of Ross University and now Cardiologist! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6qrc4yIlq5ng8U Dr. Webb www.antoniowebbmd.com twitter.com/drwebb82 facebook.com/awebbmd www.amazon.com/author/antoniowebbmd kzbin.info instagram.com/overcomingtheoddsbook www.linkedin.com/in/antoniowebbmd Connect with other pre med students and ask questions, get tips handed down, visit here: facebook.com/groups/soyouwanttobeadoctor Or Go to facebook and search: "soyouwanttobeadoctor"

[@TROOPERfarcry]

Honestly, I was only held back by the first five. But that hasn't stopped me from ... uh... dreaming about it. Jokes aside; in Augusta, GA, it only takes about 2-and-a-half months, and $1,100 to become an EMT-B (basic). This will get you a job in an ambulance. A job in an ambulance will help you with acquiring 'hands-on' patient care, and it will put you in a roller-coaster of extreme stresses, and utterly boring calls. The pay is awful. The work conditions are awful. But your ability to put that experience onto your application is highly, highly valuable.

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Do I see the Kramer painting on the back wall

[@buckydent2286]

Sidney Williams lol!!!! The Kramer

[@Melissa-gy9dp]

Remember, there are people who start medical school at 50/60 years old! Everyone has their own journey.

[@steveabraham3052]

I appreciate that you touch on the “not being too old to become a doctor” but I do feel like I’m too old 😒 I’m not afraid of the commitment, just the age factor... I’m in my 40’s and haven’t finished a bachelors degree yet. I’m late in the game 😒

[@lilrabbitcuz]

Steve Abraham my friend just got accepted to medical school at 42 years old. Don’t be discouraged

[@sphynxnightmare]

Don't let age slow you down. If you love and want it, you are never too old to chase it. Better to do it and reach your dream than sit around wondering "what if". When your time comes, you don't want to look back and regret passing up on this.

[@user-zj9kw9lh1i]

dont let your dreams be dreams just do it ! all this talk about too old is not doing nothing for you ! just do it !

[@paulc4091]

100% go for it. Dont let an arbitrary number get in the way.

[@antoniowebbmd]

Hi, Here is a video to answer your question but short answer is no. No age is too old. Enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJKYdZSnaLR-gdE

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Adnan A KZbin king came through as always lol

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Dude you really love med you're are so dedicated that you watch all videos ... I really wish you the best and I pray you become the best doctor you can be

[@taranoish4309]

Just some things I have heard such as the admission committee discriminate against people who have children, and a student with a 3.7 GPA is not high enough for MD and that they have to go to DO school and that if you have even one F your automatically eliminated as a candidate. This comments were made by a Post Bacc school. I don't agree with them but they tell students this all the time. I find the process of applying dishearten because of these types of comments. Thanks for trying to clarify.

[@kadehendershott8976]

Besides being a doctor if you could be anything what would you be

[@antoniowebbmd]

Videographer, chef maybe ha

[@abanoubarmanious9743]

Can someone explain to me what a fellowship is?

[@brentpal]

The medical equivalent to apprenticeships for specialties i believe

[@antoniowebbmd]

Fellowship is training after residency to sub-specialize. Examples would be cardiology fellowship after internal medicine residency or Plastic Surgery fellowship after general surgery residency.

[@brianacorrielus8890]

Who else is in highschool right now

[@rustyshackleford2841]

Wasted my youth, waiting for that special moment where I would find out what I wanted to do. 35 now still don’t know. Take advantage.

[@bonh798]

Brian I am there too 🙈

[@LewisLivingLife]

@@rustyshackleford2841I know your comments 4 years old, but it’s okay to not know what you want to do. Unfortunately it’s society that say you need to be perfect (non human) in that respect, so don’t worry.

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Lydia is something like skills share

[@antoniowebbmd]

Thanks, will look into it!

[@jerealkiara]

I’ve always heard doctors never go home ..

[@randytran8804]

Oof thank you! Anyone that can answer this, so I have a B in American literature. Will that affect my chances or is it mainly focused on math/science GPA? And a C in one of my history classes (it was a really boring class). Thank you!

[@Theredheadguru]

Randy Tran no they look mostly at sciences

[@antoniowebbmd]

Overall GPA but mostly science GPA. Just continue working hard!

[@eduardosantos-xp3iw]

American literature I don’t think it will affect you lol

[@RealSamsonKing]

Can one expect to do well in a post bacc 2 decades after leaving school though?

[@HotepSaoirse]

Samson Adepoju you might have to take classes over if it’s been too long otherwise, you can

[@Theredheadguru]

If it’s been longer than 5 yrs you’ll need to retake the prerequisites

[@antoniowebbmd]

I agree with Khadedra. Courses must be within 5 yrs

[@RealSamsonKing]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. I’m referring to not having done the science prerequisites back in the early 2000’s and trying to get good grades in a post bacc now. Does that mean, expect to take each post bacc class twice?

[@RealSamsonKing]

Antonio J. Webb, M.D. you mentioned a musician that went back to be a doctor. How can he expect to pass chemistry the first time?

[@diana3599]

book smart vs people smart

[@lankeymckanky2401]

I’m 13 years old and I suture as a hobby, bananas,teddy bears and suture kits, is this normal?

[@susim9697]

As long as you stay away from living organisms

[@Theredheadguru]

Lankey McKanky yes people who are premed by suture kits for fun

[@susim9697]

@@Theredheadguru same can be said about tailoring enthusiasts

[@iwantmyfriescrispynotburnt3981]

Yeah nursing school is a competitive jungle. 🙃 yall just do not know

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r u married ?