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Inspiring Stories

There's a story behind every application. Read about some of the inspiring journeys others have made from applicant to medical student to physician.

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Overcoming Illness
Kyle Gospodarek
Kyle survived multiple surgeries and a stroke during medical school but ultimately graduated in 2016. He says, "It was an absolutely grueling experience, but I
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Leslie Pensa
Leslie was diagnosed with ADHD during her first year of medical school and wants to remind others to never be afraid to ask for help.
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Luis E. Seija
Luis took the MCAT® exam five times and applied to medical school twice.
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Lynne Holden, MD
Dr. Lynne Holden is the co-founder and President of Mentoring in Medicine, Inc.
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Marianne Seneczko
Marianne was inspired to serve in US Military Medical Corps after volunteering at a military hospital in Ukraine during her Fulbright Fellowship.
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Marius I. Chukwurah
Marius was inspired by his parents who immigrated from Nigeria, and the doctor who stabilized his scoliosis.
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Mary Becker Rysavy
Mary describes her work with the American Medical Women’s Association and addresses the unique concerns that face women in medicine.
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Michael On'Gele
Witnessing the health disparities in his community motivates Michael to want to practice in urban areas.
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Navin Kesari
Navin is inspired by his parents who immigrated to the U.S. and made sacrifices so that he and his brother could pursue the American dream.
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Nicholas Beam
Nicholas encourages premeds to explore interests outside of medicine because they will make you a better doctor and person in the long run.
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