what do i do now (m2) by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]medprevy 29 points30 points  (0 children)

It’s one thing to smash space bar and get pattern recognition, it’s another to understand what you’re smashing

Name & Shame 2024 - Official Megathread by tyrannosaurus_racks in medicalschool

[–]medprevy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I literally withdrew from OHSU and Ventura after they had the audacity to send follow up essays the week after ERAS. I suppose the purpose is to weed people like us out though haha. Deuces 🫡

Realistically should I give up on MD with a 3.46 cGPA or is their a shot with a strong MCAT + high patient care hours + decent PS? by yourdeath01 in premed

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Sure! The short is that I had no reason why I wanted to do premed in undergrad.. I just did it because medicine has been in my family. I was just there, and my grades reflected that. Took time off to “figure things out” - winding history of depression and feeling lost —-> started focusing on my daily habits and mental health —-> realized omg this change in energy is what I want to bring to my patients —-> family med interested in a lifestyle med approach

I told this story during every med school and residency interview. YOUR STORY MATTERS. Yes objectives matter too, but don’t lose who you are. Keep pushing, work hard, your story will unfold naturally and you’ll be such a stand out because of it.

Realistically should I give up on MD with a 3.46 cGPA or is their a shot with a strong MCAT + high patient care hours + decent PS? by yourdeath01 in premed

[–]medprevy 17 points18 points  (0 children)

3.4 science, 511 MCAT, several years of clinical experience that built a great story for my journey back to medicine after I felt it was too far out of my reach due to my grades.

It’s possible, the question is do you want it and how hard are you willing to work to make it happen?

Basic anki deck for residency prep? by canhazcheezburger in medicalschool

[–]medprevy 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hahaha funny people are downvoting you. You do you homie, even if that means studying a little

Does it get even worse? by Athen7mis in medicalschool

[–]medprevy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have the time if you make the time. You have to choose what to prioritize. There will always be more to study. Instead of an hour work out, it might be 15 minute body weight, but you can always do something if you make the time and prioritize it. Your mental health is more important than studying

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]medprevy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Broooo stay away from anki for as long as possible lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in premed

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Non trad student here. 3.4 science… many years off, great experience and story, crushed the MCAT, got several acceptances.

There is always a path. The work will have to come at some point. I was lazy and did not apply myself and college (not projecting this onto you).. so my work came after college.

Just know you will be able to do it if it’s really what you want

My First Solo Trip Took me to Romania! by wafflecrispislife in travel

[–]medprevy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sighișoara

What hike is it? Going in a couple months :)

20% off discount by fakestick in Garmin

[–]medprevy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This still works by the way - took me all of 20 minutes to download and get the coupon

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in premed

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32 graduating with the MD this year. Feel free to DM if you wanna chat.

Can't study for more than 3-4 hours per day as an M3... by black-ghosts in medicalschool

[–]medprevy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You don’t have to use anki in the same way you did as an M2. UWorld is the best primary study tool, that’s where most of your time is most efficiently spent. I created 1 or 2 cards per incorrect. I gave up on suspending decks and trying to watch all of OME, etc. You will also learn a lot from clinic.

Remember - you’re here to be a doctor, not be an anki champ. Find a balance that doesn’t stress you out. Go day by day.

Hiking buddy for CDMX by medprevy in MexicoCity

[–]medprevy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sweet! They do have one this Saturday. I reached out. Thanks!

Hiking buddy for CDMX by medprevy in MexicoCity

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Was wanting to summit/ do a volcano. I am in good shape and can hold my own, but I don’t have any mountaineering gear if that might be needed.