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How would I apply to residencies and med school?
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Erin’s Answer
I agree with Yasemin's answer. You must take required pre-requisite courses to be able to apply and then must take an admissions test.
Things may have changed since I applied to med school as far as exactly what admission committees are looking for and how each factor is weighted, but in general the most important things they looked at in choosing students for medical schools were: overall GPA/science GPA and MCAT score. The caliber/reputation of undergraduate institutions attended is considered. Then the student's overall performance during the in-person interview is very important, because verbal communication skills and confidence are important to your success in taking care of patients and coordinating care with other staff and specialists. You will also need strong letters of recommendation. Research experience and meaningful volunteer experiences can also be helpful.
During medical school, then, your GPA from your coursework and performance on the national board exams are important to get your foot in the door for interviews at your desired residency programs. Letters of recommendation and performance on interviews is also important here. Research and any publications might be considered. The process of application is very similar to applying to medical school, but this time around they can see how you did in clinical rotations (taking care of patients) and your measure your medical knowledge using standardized tests (versus basic science knowledge).
Hope this helps!
Things may have changed since I applied to med school as far as exactly what admission committees are looking for and how each factor is weighted, but in general the most important things they looked at in choosing students for medical schools were: overall GPA/science GPA and MCAT score. The caliber/reputation of undergraduate institutions attended is considered. Then the student's overall performance during the in-person interview is very important, because verbal communication skills and confidence are important to your success in taking care of patients and coordinating care with other staff and specialists. You will also need strong letters of recommendation. Research experience and meaningful volunteer experiences can also be helpful.
During medical school, then, your GPA from your coursework and performance on the national board exams are important to get your foot in the door for interviews at your desired residency programs. Letters of recommendation and performance on interviews is also important here. Research and any publications might be considered. The process of application is very similar to applying to medical school, but this time around they can see how you did in clinical rotations (taking care of patients) and your measure your medical knowledge using standardized tests (versus basic science knowledge).
Hope this helps!
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Yasemin’s Answer
Hi Anthony! To apply to medical school you first need to complete a 4 year university education and earn a Bachelor's. As a premed student you will be taking prerequisites such as biology, chemistry, physics, etc. but regardless of the core science classes you can be any major and apply to medical school. The application process is either through AAMC and/or AACOMAS- one is for MD and one is for DO ( I would personally research about both application processes and the meaning of MD and DO which are both certified medical doctors). For residency you apply in medical school, usually in your final year. By your fourth year of medical school you will have decided on your specialty and will be taking part in electives pertaining to it- such as psychiatry or pediatrics to name a few. For now based on where you are right now in your education and path, I would focus on your classes and stay active with community service, shadowing, getting experience in medicine and staying in contact with your premed adviser.
I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have further questions!
Best of luck!
Check out AAMC/AACOMAS
Check out Dr.Gray on Youtube for more advice
Do well in classes and stay involved with clinical/ nonclinical service related activities
I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have further questions!
Best of luck!
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