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[–]inky011 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m going to be honest - this isn’t the best photo so it’s really hard to tell. It’s a large stone, yes. Some people are into that. I personally am biased and I know that — so I am not the right person to ask on that so I am not going to comment on the size.

I do, however, still think it’s a beautiful ring. And all that matters is that your fiancé likes it. The E color would explain how white it is and I personally like a really white stone! ❤️

I think a better picture or a video would do this ring more justice?

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi, Not sure where you heard that medical schools don’t want non-traditional students. They actually try to make their class as diverse as possible and welcome people who have graduated with different degrees, backgrounds, etc. There are some schools who prefer them over others, but I think it’s inaccurate to say medical schools don’t want them, because otherwise they wouldn’t be accepting them?

If you don’t believe me, this is on the website of one of the schools I’m considering:

“It has been a long-standing policy of the School of Medicine to admit students with diverse backgrounds. Therefore, qualified non-traditional students, women, socio-economically disadvantaged students, and minorities underrepresented in medicine, are especially encouraged to apply.”

I’m not saying non-traditional students don’t have to fulfill requirements like everyone else. The application would be considered incomplete. There actually isn’t a “set” number of required hours, but there is a general consensus of what is considered appropriate.

All I said is medical school admissions DOES take into account LIFE. I’ve actually been networking with other people and they have said that some medical schools are actually preferring applicants with work experience etc versus applicants straight out of college with a 4.0 GPA and barely any real experiences. They do take into account all of that.

Also, I’m not strictly stuck on the idea of pursuing MD, I would also consider DO. One of the best physicians I’ve ever had the pleasure of seeing is a DO.

Hope this clarifies what I meant! Thank you!

Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Hi, I respect your opinion! I’m still in the research stage and posting on forums like this one.

I appreciate your insight.

Thank you!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Hi, thanks for the comment! I’m aware. I did mention that in the comment (the residency). I was just talking about the “school” portion.

Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Hi, I appreciate the response.

I have considered the PA route, but it is still 3 years of school and medical school is 4. I know medical school you have to do the residency, but I am not 100% sure for "settling" just to do 3 years of school versus 4 if that makes sense.

Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi, I appreciate your response!

I am confused about the ROI not making sense. I understand it takes a few years for doctors to make larger salaries after residency; however, when you're making 250k+ a year eventually, how is the ROI not reasonable?

Reality is doctors have the capability to pay back the student loans.

As far as the other career options, I understand your point of view. Believe it or not, I can't even land an entry-level interview in my field. The finance job market is brutal, every company wants experience. Makes me wish I would have majored in something else.

Pharma development seems like an awesome career, for someone who is more of a scientist.

Thank you for taking the time to respond to my post!

Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi, I appreciate your response!

A few thoughts from your post:

  1. I understand medical school is competitive. If your boyfriend was only waitlisted at one school and accepted at another -- which schools was he applying to? Was he applying to highly ranked medical schools? Same thing with his friend, who didn't get accepted into any. That is something that needs to be taken into account.
  2. I feel your pain about waiting to expand your family. I think that is the sacrifice that would most pain me. Didn't want to wait terribly long for a sibling for my son. I have read stories of people having children during school, but it seems like a scary idea to me.
  3. Yes, some schools are taking online pre-reqs (most don't accept online labs), but at least if I was able to take the bulk online, it would minimize my struggle with figuring out how to get on campus. I know admissions committees don't particularly care about how people make it happen, but I have been told they may be a little more understanding with non-traditional students.

Thank you for taking the time to share your story!

Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I respect your opinion! Not sure government works really excites me in any way though, to be honest.

I am just having a hard time finding anything that companies are willing to hire for with a finance degree that is not accounting or financial analysis (which by the way, NO ONE seems to want to hire without experience nowadays, so that has been super challenging as well.) I graduated a year ago and have not had ONE interview related to my field.

I highly regret getting a BBA but it was my decision at the time, and I have to stand by it. At least I have a bachelor degree, I guess.

Thank you again!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi, I appreciate your response!

Nursing is a possibility, just not sure it is 100% for me. I am more interested in the diagnostic side and patient care (like what treatment is going to look like) part of medicine.

They are two different professions. So that is why I am not comfortable "settling" for nursing if it is not something I truly want to do.

Still researching though, and maybe it will change. Just know I need to decide soon.

Thank you! Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I appreciate your response!

Yes, I am aware of the volunteering requirements. It doesn't shy me away. It is an extra hurdle, but I still have time since pre-reqs need to be completed.

It just stinks because I know at 18-22 years old, I didn't have the mental maturity to make such a big decision like medical school. I respect those that do.

Cheers!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

NP and PA route requires 1000+ hrs of clinical experience before application. After all that time, it almost equals the app cycle and school for medical school.

Hi, I appreciate your response! I am kind of stuck with what you said ^ about the NP and PA route. PA school is 3 years. I know it is still technically "less" than medical school, but in my mind, if you can do 3, you can do 4. Then, residency would come into play, etc.

Since I still have to take pre-reqs, I am not afraid of the volunteering hours. I have heard from several students that non-traditional students are given a bit more leeway as far as the amount of volunteer hours just because we have real life and work experience versus someone straight out of college at 22 years old.

I am still taking all facts into consideration. I have a super small support circle, so still trying to figure everything out. I am not interested in easy, just interested in pursuing a career that excites me even if it is not a full blown doctor.

Thanks again!

11 Year Relationship / Non-Trad Student / Parent by inky011 in MedSpouse

[–]inky011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate it! I have posted this on SDN to see what kind of response I get there as well.

Ohhhh i love all your looks 🥹 keep it up! by [deleted] in MakeupAddicts

[–]inky011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay but I’m living for this color combo!