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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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Inspiring Stories
How one medical student balances a life as a newlywed, newly med, and a mommy.
Jasmine Johnson
Inspiring Stories
Jason was inspired by his mother’s work as a social worker and decided to go into medicine to help people. Learn more about his journey to medicine.
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Inspiring Stories
Jessica shares how she balances going to medical school and being a professional pianist.
Jessica Means
Inspiring Stories
Juliet, a first-generation immigrant to the U.S., started off working her way through community college and took two years off before medical school.
Juliet Siena Okoroh
Inspiring Stories
Chronic pain and hospitalizations exposed Julio to medicine at a young age, now he wants to use his experiences to help others.
Julio Mendoza
Inspiring Stories
Justin's two unsuccessful application cycles allowed him to have gap year experiences that confirmed medicine was right for him.
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Inspiring Stories
After shadowing radiation oncologists, Kendrick decided to change careers to pursue medicine thanks to the support of his wife and daughter.
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Inspiring Stories
Kofi's work with children with terminal illnesses led him to pursue an MD and a PhD.
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Inspiring Stories
As a first-generation college student and an African American male from the deep South, Kristian was inspired by the need for more diversity in medicine.
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Overcoming Illness
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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