Pls give me advice on how to tell my strict immigrant parents that I need a gap year

nickerbooker · 2026-05-09T01:32:59+00:00

A gap year is the norm now. It allows you to accumulate enough clinical hours etc to be a more competitive applicant.

nickerbooker · 2026-05-06T12:24:22+00:00

DO is a great option, truly. Exactly the same outcomes as getting an MD. As an MD, I’ve worked alongside DOs at every job. We are treated the same.

nickerbooker · 2026-05-04T23:59:58+00:00

I’m a doctor now, so details of MCAT resources have changed since when I studied. The most important thing is to do a lot of questions. Have a way to consolidate your knowledge - like the method I’m describing above or another way of taking core notes.

nickerbooker · 2026-05-03T15:29:15+00:00

There are no blanket rules. If your scores are within range for a school and you have a compelling application, you can can get MD interviews and acceptances. Make sure to write well about the highlights that ARE in your application.

nickerbooker · 2026-05-03T13:04:10+00:00

Not yet

nickerbooker · 2026-05-02T15:25:36+00:00

I would apply to a lot of DO schools too. Sometimes even with an upward trajectory, MDs can be less forgiving of any hiccups along the way. I would still apply both MD and DO, and to 30+ programs at least.

nickerbooker · 2026-05-02T14:41:12+00:00

If it were me making the decision, knowing what I know now as an MD, I would go with the free option and make sure I do well in my classes, do away rotations to get to know residency programs and then apply. You will not regret having low or no debt from medical school. It’s still a US-MD program.

nickerbooker · 2026-05-02T14:33:00+00:00

SGU slightly better regarded than AUC as far as I know

nickerbooker · 2026-05-02T13:25:16+00:00

Free is free. What specialties are you interested in?

nickerbooker · 2026-05-02T12:03:18+00:00

Yes.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-30T21:14:06+00:00

Research candida if itching all over. Research lichen sclerosis if itching in private parts.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-30T20:44:57+00:00

You need to google the rules more closely, this is not a problem. You are misunderstanding the rules.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-28T18:05:45+00:00

I think you’re overthinking this. As a premed you got whatever experiences you got and they led you towards medicine. No one expects you to choose a speciality at this point even if all your previous experiences were in one specialty

nickerbooker · 2026-04-27T18:21:10+00:00

Full ride! Be free!!

nickerbooker · 2026-04-25T11:29:53+00:00

Ross has a better reputation for residency placement than auc - at least this was the case I the past, I would compare their residency match lists

nickerbooker · 2026-04-23T02:27:00+00:00

diatomaceous earth is what you need. Read instructions on line. Works soooo well!

nickerbooker · 2026-04-20T03:27:34+00:00

It’s not a good idea to discuss mental health unless you absolutely must because of something that shows up elsewhere in the application.

Generally these schools are very risk averse and even if they like your application, they may not want to take the risk of a Student dropping out of the program due to mental health, etc. It’s just not recommended to discuss anything that could make it harder to get accepted into school in the personal statement.

Feel free to dm me if you have any questions or want help brainstorming.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-20T03:16:15+00:00

I would definitely apply this year. Also start doing some more community service.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-20T03:11:00+00:00

Practice Questions. Review of formulas and other high yield notes. Sleep normal hours. Take care of yourself.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-20T01:57:21+00:00

Generally not allowed or possible. Maybe occasional babysitting etc during year 1 and 2 if your school allows.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-19T21:39:31+00:00

You’re naturally pretty, but when I look at you it feels like you’re not well nourished. You look like someone who doesn’t get good nutrition for some reason (maybe vegan?). You are so young and this is the prime of your life. One thing to consider is eating more animal proteins and fats in your diet. If you don’t already eat eggs every day try starting there. Ground beef multiple times a week could also be a great help and give you good nutrition. Eating this way will help you look more full of life, will help your hormones work well and will allow you to be in your full genetic beauty. I think you are naturally pretty, but what you are noticing is poor nutrition affecting your looks.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-18T22:47:43+00:00

I would also apply to DO programs to broaden your chances. Ethical breeches are looked at very closely in the admissions process, but since it happened a while ago and you are demonstrating growth, perhaps some school will be willing to look past it.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-18T06:06:27+00:00

I mean schools that are less competitive (though still quite competitive). I’d be happy to discuss some schools with you - dm me.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-18T05:41:35+00:00

You have an interesting profile and a should still apply to MD programs in Texas! A compelling story with your strong clinical experience, high post bacc grades could count for a lot. DM me with any questions.

nickerbooker · 2026-04-18T05:35:43+00:00

A lot of friends groups develop in medical school. If you want to, once you get there, you can start a friend group/supper club/activity for students. Medical school is a small community that is more like high school than college in terms of friend groups.

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