how i got into medical school & what i've done to apply to residency (first-gen college grad)

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  @RachelSouthard · 3 years ago (edited) · pinned

  PLEASE READ THIS:<br><br>I&apos;m a first-generation college graduate, I went to community college, took 6 years to get through undergrad, took the MCAT twice, NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD DO ANYTHING WITH MY LIFE...Here i am now, a 4th year medical student that has gotten to be involved in so many different opportunities just because i put my mind to it! <br><br>This video discusses everything i&apos;ve done to get to medical school, and then i also mention the various extra curricular activities and research projects that i have done WHILE in medical school to bulk up my application for residency. <br>If this isn&apos;t a video that you need to watch in terms of content, I encourage you to just watch for some inspiration, as I mention some things about obstacles and overcoming difficult things. <br><br>Hope you enjoy :) Comment your story down below. I&apos;m eager to read.

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  @treece_rose · 3 years ago

  I&apos;m 44 years old and have gone back to school to finish my undergrad so that I can apply to medical school. &nbsp;I&apos;ve followed your videos for the last few years, and I have to say they were a huge motivating factor for me to take this huge leap. &nbsp;Thank you for the info, the realism you give, and the enthusiasm with which you attack life. &nbsp;Great job, I&apos;m so proud of you and for you. &nbsp;Thanks for everything you do for us all!

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  @kazookid4357 · 3 years ago

  Wow…this story brought me to tears. As a first year community college student struggling with self-doubt, I always come to your videos to relieve my worries. You are such an inspiration. You are and will continue to be amazing =-]

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  @DiebloedeAlte · 3 years ago

  As a med student from Germany it&apos;s crazy to see what you have to do to get into med school in the US 😳 And then you have to pay SO MUCH money.. &nbsp;So much respect for you and your hard work ❤️

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  @tesaballanco5236 · 3 years ago

  This is so helpful, I dropped out of high school at 16, took my GED, did not take the SAT or ACT, went to JC and now am about to complete my undergrad in Integrative Health with a minor in Biochem. I also have a midwifery degree, and now I am on the road to med school. I’ve been working as a Licensed Midwife for two years and I’m scared, but I love knowledge and I’m really looking forward to what’s next. I want more training, and I did a cost analysis and ironically the MD/DO is cheaper than the CNM MEPN, and I keep coming back to med school. Your videos have inspired me. It’s taken me 6 years to work through my undergrad, and figure this out. Thank you for these videos! And congratulations on your choice of specialty! ❤🎉

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  @bri_and_bands · 3 years ago

  Honestly, this video truly helped me. I&apos;m at the stage where I&apos;m in community college wanting to eventually become a medical student but I&apos;m having trouble staying motivated and focused while also not entirely believing I could do it. This is the first time I&apos;ve seen a video of someone in medical school coming from a similar educational background. Thank you for posting this video seriously. This made me feel so much better about my future honestly. I love you and your videos!

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  @burnt.norton · 3 years ago

  currently a senior in high school, and i just wanted to comment that you’re the only first-gen med student i know who actually talks about imposter syndrome. i have a lot of self doubt from being a first-gen student, and it probably won’t ever go away, but your videos really do make a difference in mine and all your other viewers’ lives. ok this is getting long but i just wanted to comment lol, thank you ❤

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  @Lolagomezzzz · 3 years ago

  I&apos;m currently a second year caribbean med student and have been feeling depressed and unmotivated recently but this video lit up my passion and desire once again. Thank you Rachel for reminding me that hard works always wins!! You are so kind and deserve all your success.

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  @chelseecooper3974 · 1 year ago

  I’m 27 will be 28 in June and will be returning to school through community college to start my journey towards Med School and hopefully Derm residency

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  @viancazavala999 · 3 years ago (edited)

  I LOOOVVE an honest book that highlights self growth. I can’t wait to read what you’ve recommended. Two books that helped me reframe my mindset are The Defining Decade and Supernormal: The Untold Story of Adversity and Resilience both by Meg Jay. I’m super excited for this video, thank you so much for this inspiring content Rachel ❤

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  @viancazavala999 · 3 years ago

  I needed to comment again Rachel haha. I think the most inspiring thing I took away, of course as well as how hard you’ve worked and all your success, is how loving and kind you’ve managed to stay. With so many responsibilities I feel like it’s so easy to grow resentment and fatigue for all the work that needs to be done. It is wonderful that you have maintained such a warm and safe presence within yourself and for others, thank you ❤.

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  @enterusername2855 · 3 years ago

  Whats great about YouTube is how we can track your entire journey. You never think the day is going to come but its crazy how fast and slow it went. Congratulations Dr. Southard!

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